My most recent purchase, ex-Pittman
DeusExMachina
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I usually purchase light side stuff (please forgive me) but this coin jumped out at me. The images on Heritage's site were so-so. I went to the Long Beach show and saw it in hand and was amazed. It has pretty thick skin over proof like surfaces. I sent it back to PCGS for the Trueview service. Other than that, I know nothing about the series but I do like the design. What do you think?
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I thought PCGS stopped the Trueview Service. No?
<< <i>Nice Mexican Gold.
I thought PCGS stopped the Trueview Service. No? >>
I've heard that from other board members but I've never had any problems. When I send in my invoice, I mark the extra/blank box and write "Trueview". I'm going to the LB show in about a month and I'll ask them in person. I sent this to PCGS in early Dec '07.
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Nice coin. The only information I know to share with you may be obvious but FWIW >
1/2 Escudo
The "MO" (O is lowercase above the M) left of the date is the mintmark & MO = Mexico City Mint
The "ML" right of the date is the assayer or mintmaster initials
Weight 1.6900 grams with a gold purity of .8750 for .0475 oz. AGW
KM#378.5 / FR.107
Obverse:
Displays the Mexican Arms, an eagle perched on a Cactus bush with a snake in its beak. This national emblem derives from an old Aztec legend in which their Gods told them to settle at the place where they found an eagle sitting on a cactus bush tearing apart a snake with its beak and claws. Lore is the Astecs saw this very sight at Lake Texcoco, where they established the great city of Tenochtitlian (current day Mexico City). Above the arms is the inscription REPUBLICA MEXICANA-- REPUBLIC OF MEXICO.
Reverse:
Center device is of a hand holding a Liberty Cap and pointing to a open book of law. The inscription surounding the top of the coin is "LA LIBERTAD EN LA REY" -- LIBERTY UNDER LAW. The bottom inscription (Left to Right) "*1/2 E" --denomination, "MO" --Mintmark, "1840" -- Date, "ML"- Assayers Initials, and "21Q" -- metallic fineness of 21 carats (quilates).
Is it me, or are those adjustment marks on the obverse?
<< <i>Is it me, or are those adjustment marks on the obverse? >>
Across the hand .. probably so.
What is the grade ??
<< <i>What is the grade ?? >>
MS62
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<< <i>What is the grade ?? >>
MS62 >>
Really? I would have guessed higher. Maybe it's the photography style, but those fields look incredibly mark free for a 62...
1/2 Cents
U.S. Revenue Stamps
<< <i>Congratulations on such a beautiful piece.
I second that!
I give away money. I collect money.
I don’t love money . I do love the Lord God.
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<< <i>What is the grade ?? >>
MS62 >>
Really? I would have guessed higher. Maybe it's the photography style, but those fields look incredibly mark free for a 62... >>
The fields are incredibly clean. I agree 62 is probably too low but given MS coins are tough to find, I didn't mind. Besides, I was the buyer so the 62 was better for me.