I think acetone and a swab will work on the 64-S, but I also think it will be past most of our lifetimes before those little imperfections will get out of hand.
Also, I've checked out Ron's set on Gerry's site, and it is special. Congratulations, Ron, on so many really nice, tough coins.
Vern l It's not having what you want, it's wanting what you've got.
@oih82w8 said:
Here is one of my latest Seated Types in my collection;
Pretty coin.
Agreed. I love the gold-brown mellow look to the patina... looks like it slowly developed over a very long period of time of just sitting in a dresser and aging gracefully. I know that kind/coloration of toning isn't for everyone, but I personally LOOOOOOOOVE it.
My current coin collecting interests are: (1) British coins 1838-1970 in XF-AU-UNC, (2) silver type coins in XF-AU with that classic medium gray coloration and exceptional eye appeal.
Satiny to prooflike fields and attractive, frosty devices awash with stunning blue, magenta and peach toning. I didn't know the provenance of this piece when I bought it, but was completely unsurprised to find that it was James A. Stack specimen (sold the day that I turned two years old) - every Stack coin that I've ever handled has been both technically and aesthetically superior; the man had taste. It's believed that 16,000 quarters were struck in New Orleans in 1849, making this issue one of the toughest O-Mint Seated coins out there (it's ranked #3 for any denomination, in fact), and well-worn pieces command $1,000 and up. I've seen the NGC MS64 and it doesn't come close to this coin, which was acknowledged as finest known in the 1970s.
Bought from Mr. Eureka in a moment of extreme weakness.
What is now proved was once only imagined. - William Blake
1869-S 50c, NGC XF40, CAC green. From Northeast Numismatics. This date is just as difficult to locate in XF or better as the 1870-s, but it hasn't experienced the same price appreciation (yet).
The 1849-o quarter posted above is insanely nice. I was thrilled just to locate an average-looking PCGS F12 for my set, which was posted earlier in this thread. Regulated's coin is in another universe of numismatic niceness.
@rhedden said:
The 1849-o quarter posted above is insanely nice. I was thrilled just to locate an average-looking PCGS F12 for my set, which was posted earlier in this thread. Regulated's coin is in another universe of numismatic niceness.
Thanks - when I was offered the coin, I wasn't looking for an 1849-O, but knowing the issue, I couldn't not buy it.
What is now proved was once only imagined. - William Blake
My current coin collecting interests are: (1) British coins 1838-1970 in XF-AU-UNC, (2) silver type coins in XF-AU with that classic medium gray coloration and exceptional eye appeal.
I guess nobody wants to follow @Regulated ... and I can't say I blame them. I think we all will appreciate seeing that 49-O for a long time. But somebody has to keep the thread moving, so it might as well be me.
Nothing nearly as spectacular here. I liked the look of this one from the seller's photos and I've had good experiences with him in the past so I pulled the trigger... even if it was a slight overpay on my part.
My current coin collecting interests are: (1) British coins 1838-1970 in XF-AU-UNC, (2) silver type coins in XF-AU with that classic medium gray coloration and exceptional eye appeal.
Satiny to prooflike fields and attractive, frosty devices awash with stunning blue, magenta and peach toning. I didn't know the provenance of this piece when I bought it, but was completely unsurprised to find that it was James A. Stack specimen (sold the day that I turned two years old) - every Stack coin that I've ever handled has been both technically and aesthetically superior; the man had taste. It's believed that 16,000 quarters were struck in New Orleans in 1849, making this issue one of the toughest O-Mint Seated coins out there (it's ranked #3 for any denomination, in fact), and well-worn pieces command $1,000 and up. I've seen the NGC MS64 and it doesn't come close to this coin, which was acknowledged as finest known in the 1970s.
Bought from Mr. Eureka in a moment of extreme weakness.
btwini - Good looking half dime, thanks for posting it here. Also, no reason to rush buying the big tickets, getting coins you like is the most important part of enjoying collecting (IMO).
Pics for this PM, something I really enjoy having in my collection, even though it's common and low grade, PC15:
Vern l It's not having what you want, it's wanting what you've got.
I agree that is a fantastic coin. And many other great coins of many grades in this thread. I think if a new collector wants to learn about "originality" in seated coins this is the place to begin.
I just put my 1840's seated dollars, a humble mid grade group, onto Gerry Fortin's registry, as the ksparrow collection. have a look if you like.
@oih82w8 said:
I just got this one back from our host;
My current coin collecting interests are: (1) British coins 1838-1970 in XF-AU-UNC, (2) silver type coins in XF-AU with that classic medium gray coloration and exceptional eye appeal.
My current coin collecting interests are: (1) British coins 1838-1970 in XF-AU-UNC, (2) silver type coins in XF-AU with that classic medium gray coloration and exceptional eye appeal.
Has anyone seen or heard from Ron recently? He's been out of the mix in this thread here for a little while, and I just checked over on Gerry Fortin's Registry site to view some more of his eye candy... and guess what... apparently he's taken his Seated Liberty Quarter set off the registry there.
I hope everything is OK with him.
My current coin collecting interests are: (1) British coins 1838-1970 in XF-AU-UNC, (2) silver type coins in XF-AU with that classic medium gray coloration and exceptional eye appeal.
I cannot for the life of me post a picture of my newp! I have tried various ways but nope.
Well what do you know I finally got it to post - it takes quite a long time to upload. ANACS OWS 45
I wonder what happened? Ron is a great source of seated information and I always enjoy his posts!
Hey Barberkeys, that 1851 looks very, very familiar to me from Paesan's stash. If I can ever get a quality photo of my newer MS61 1851 I will post her.
It is not that life is short, but that you are dead for so very long.
1843 "Other" half dime as described in Stephen Crain's superb "The 1843 Shattered Reverse Half Dimes" in the Spring 2015 Issue of The Gobrecht Journal.
The fourth and final die crack has not yet formed on to any significant degree on this PCGS MS63 example.
@Voyageur said:
1843 "Other" half dime as described in Stephen Crain's superb "The 1843 Shattered Reverse Half Dimes" in the Spring 2015 Issue of The Gobrecht Journal.
Yep, those shattered reverses are so cool.
The fourth and final die crack has not yet formed on to any significant degree on this PCGS MS63 example.
Nice middle die state!
I added your photos to my 1843 image collection; I had not seen this specimen in auction images.
You have probably seen my attempt to list all the 1843 varieties: https://web.stanford.edu/~clint/hdag/index.htm
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Here is one of my latest Seated Types in my collection;
BST transactions: dbldie55, jayPem, 78saen, UltraHighRelief, nibanny, liefgold, FallGuy, lkeigwin, mbogoman, Sandman70gt, keets, joeykoins, ianrussell (@GC), EagleEye, ThePennyLady, GRANDAM, Ilikecolor, Gluggo, okiedude, Voyageur, LJenkins11, fastfreddie, ms70, pursuitofliberty, ZoidMeister,Coin Finder, GotTheBug, edwardjulio, Coinnmore...
I think acetone and a swab will work on the 64-S, but I also think it will be past most of our lifetimes before those little imperfections will get out of hand.
Also, I've checked out Ron's set on Gerry's site, and it is special. Congratulations, Ron, on so many really nice, tough coins.
l
It's not having what you want, it's wanting what you've got.
Pretty coin.
Agreed. I love the gold-brown mellow look to the patina... looks like it slowly developed over a very long period of time of just sitting in a dresser and aging gracefully. I know that kind/coloration of toning isn't for everyone, but I personally LOOOOOOOOVE it.
Larry - Very pretty coin, thanks for posting.
l
It's not having what you want, it's wanting what you've got.
Copied out of my entry at the registry:
Satiny to prooflike fields and attractive, frosty devices awash with stunning blue, magenta and peach toning. I didn't know the provenance of this piece when I bought it, but was completely unsurprised to find that it was James A. Stack specimen (sold the day that I turned two years old) - every Stack coin that I've ever handled has been both technically and aesthetically superior; the man had taste. It's believed that 16,000 quarters were struck in New Orleans in 1849, making this issue one of the toughest O-Mint Seated coins out there (it's ranked #3 for any denomination, in fact), and well-worn pieces command $1,000 and up. I've seen the NGC MS64 and it doesn't come close to this coin, which was acknowledged as finest known in the 1970s.
Bought from Mr. Eureka in a moment of extreme weakness.
What is now proved was once only imagined. - William Blake
1869-S 50c, NGC XF40, CAC green. From Northeast Numismatics. This date is just as difficult to locate in XF or better as the 1870-s, but it hasn't experienced the same price appreciation (yet).
The 1849-o quarter posted above is insanely nice. I was thrilled just to locate an average-looking PCGS F12 for my set, which was posted earlier in this thread. Regulated's coin is in another universe of numismatic niceness.
Thanks - when I was offered the coin, I wasn't looking for an 1849-O, but knowing the issue, I couldn't not buy it.
What is now proved was once only imagined. - William Blake
Regulated - That is a stunner, and of a tough date besides. Thanks for posting it here.
Ron - Good looking, under-appreciated half.
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It's not having what you want, it's wanting what you've got.
I guess nobody wants to follow @Regulated ... and I can't say I blame them. I think we all will appreciate seeing that 49-O for a long time. But somebody has to keep the thread moving, so it might as well be me.
Nothing nearly as spectacular here. I liked the look of this one from the seller's photos and I've had good experiences with him in the past so I pulled the trigger... even if it was a slight overpay on my part.
Cary - Good looking qtr.
Pics for this PM, from Paesan's Stash, PC30:
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My first seated liberty coin!
PCGS MS64+. Was happy to get it in hand and find unexpected semi-PL surfaces.
Phil - Great eye appeal on your 1875. Looks better than a 64+.
Pics for this PM, from Paesan's Stash, PC35:
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robkool - Nice look, thanks for posting.
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You got it !!!
this coin is absolutely beautiful!!!
Pics for this PM, from Paesan's Stash, PC25:
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Just started a few months ago, this was one of my first purchases as I'm still easing my way into wanting to buy big ticket items. Love it though!
btwini - Good looking half dime, thanks for posting it here. Also, no reason to rush buying the big tickets, getting coins you like is the most important part of enjoying collecting (IMO).
Pics for this PM, something I really enjoy having in my collection, even though it's common and low grade, PC15:
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It's not having what you want, it's wanting what you've got.
Pics for this PM, haven't posted a dime in a while, PC30:
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It's not having what you want, it's wanting what you've got.
That 49-o Is nothing short of absolutely stunning. I honestly didn't know there was one that nice in existence
I agree that is a fantastic coin. And many other great coins of many grades in this thread. I think if a new collector wants to learn about "originality" in seated coins this is the place to begin.
I just put my 1840's seated dollars, a humble mid grade group, onto Gerry Fortin's registry, as the ksparrow collection. have a look if you like.
I just got this one back from our host;
BST transactions: dbldie55, jayPem, 78saen, UltraHighRelief, nibanny, liefgold, FallGuy, lkeigwin, mbogoman, Sandman70gt, keets, joeykoins, ianrussell (@GC), EagleEye, ThePennyLady, GRANDAM, Ilikecolor, Gluggo, okiedude, Voyageur, LJenkins11, fastfreddie, ms70, pursuitofliberty, ZoidMeister,Coin Finder, GotTheBug, edwardjulio, Coinnmore...
kaz - Nice dollars.
oih8 - Nice album tone.
Pics for this PM, PC58:
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Trying to put together a "budget" set of Seated Dollars of only the better dates
semikey - No easy task to put together that set. Nice 1856.
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It's not having what you want, it's wanting what you've got.
Pics for this PM, from Elmo's type set, PC12:
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Some cameo contrast:
What is now proved was once only imagined. - William Blake
Regulated - IMO lots of contrast. What a beauty, thanks for posting.
Pics for this AM, from Paesan's Stash, PC50:
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Pics for this AM, from Paesan's Stash, PC35:
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It's not having what you want, it's wanting what you've got.
Pics for this PM, from Paesan's Stash, PC15:
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Pics for this PM, from Paesan's Stash, PC35:
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Pics for this AM, newp that just arrived, PC45:
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Just bought this in an AU55 holder - I prefer it to most of the low end BU coins that I've seen in my career.
What is now proved was once only imagined. - William Blake
Regulated - Just the right look IMO.
Pics for this AM, from Paesan's Stash, PC50:
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Pics for this PM, from Paesan's Stash, PC35:
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It's not having what you want, it's wanting what you've got.
I like the crust on that '51!
Has anyone seen or heard from Ron recently? He's been out of the mix in this thread here for a little while, and I just checked over on Gerry Fortin's Registry site to view some more of his eye candy... and guess what... apparently he's taken his Seated Liberty Quarter set off the registry there.
I hope everything is OK with him.
I cannot for the life of me post a picture of my newp! I have tried various ways but nope.
Well what do you know I finally got it to post - it takes quite a long time to upload. ANACS OWS 45
I wonder what happened? Ron is a great source of seated information and I always enjoy his posts!
Hey Barberkeys, that 1851 looks very, very familiar to me from Paesan's stash. If I can ever get a quality photo of my newer MS61 1851 I will post her.
Cary - I believe Ron posted on the 95-O dime CAC thread a couple of weeks ago.
freddie - Good looking '65 qtr. Glad you got it posted. Also, it's possible Paesan got it from you (perhaps with a deaaler in between).
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It's not having what you want, it's wanting what you've got.
Pics for this AM, from Paesan's Stash, PC25:
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Sellers photos.. have not received coin yet
Menomonee Falls Wisconsin USA
http://www.pcgs.com/SetRegistr...dset.aspx?s=68269&ac=1">Musky 1861 Mint Set
Musky - Be interested to hear how it looks in hand. Does that blue background affect the actual color of the half?
Pics for this PM, from Paesan's Stash, PC40:
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It's not having what you want, it's wanting what you've got.
1843 "Other" half dime as described in Stephen Crain's superb "The 1843 Shattered Reverse Half Dimes" in the Spring 2015 Issue of The Gobrecht Journal.
The fourth and final die crack has not yet formed on to any significant degree on this PCGS MS63 example.
Voyageur - Neat.
Pics for this PM, an oldie but a goodie, PC30:
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It's not having what you want, it's wanting what you've got.
Yep, those shattered reverses are so cool.
Nice middle die state!
I added your photos to my 1843 image collection; I had not seen this specimen in auction images.
You have probably seen my attempt to list all the 1843 varieties:
https://web.stanford.edu/~clint/hdag/index.htm