@rhedden said:
Nice counterfeit 1872-S Seated half (in a real slab).
Thanks- it is a pretty (in)famous struck counterfeit. There have been several articles written about this "variety" by the LSCC as well as 2 I wrote for both Coin Week and the Numismatist.
Recent addition to the type set of chopmarked Seated Halves, still need an 1853 and an 1873/4. The 1839 No Drapery almost certainly doesn't exist with chops:
As an aside, does anyone know of a Capitol Plastics (or similar) holder for Seated Halves by type?
@jedm said:
This is a super clean example. Is it certified? If so what grade did it receive? If not I'd be very curious to hear some opinions on this one.
Thanks jedm!
Yes, it's certified. Our host saw it as a AU55, I have always looked at it as closer to an AU58. At that point we're splitting hairs though. It's a Very Choice example ... strike, surfaces and skin alike.
“We are only their care-takers,” he posed, “if we take good care of them, then centuries from now they may still be here … ”
One look at the reverse and even with some fine scratches, I couldn't pass this common date raw coin up on eBay. I'd grade it at VF30 but don't really care much what grade it is when it has the 'look'.
I just discovered I can go find and copy my abandoned photos on Photobucket on to my computer using the snipping tool.
Here's a coin I won off eBay for a low price from a dealer in the Philippines with poor photos and they didn't accept returns. No wonder, it took about a month to get to me. The gamble paid off, though. I grade it VF20 but wonder if it might get bumped to VF25 when I submit it for grading. Any opinions on the grade?
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I’ve looked for the perfect 1841 for quite a while. Considered a common date but try to find one looking like this. I had to have it....
This coin is very close to having a 360 degree die crack on the reverse!
A beauty. Congratulations
Nice counterfeit 1872-S Seated half (in a real slab).
Thanks- it is a pretty (in)famous struck counterfeit. There have been several articles written about this "variety" by the LSCC as well as 2 I wrote for both Coin Week and the Numismatist.
V-8ua, with the rising die line in the drapery under the pole.
V-10u, far left date and strong right ribbon tip.
From the latest update to the 1872-s half dime attribution guide.
https://sites.google.com/view/clintcummins/half-dime-attribution-guide
Thanks - bookmarked!
Recent addition to the type set of chopmarked Seated Halves, still need an 1853 and an 1873/4. The 1839 No Drapery almost certainly doesn't exist with chops:
As an aside, does anyone know of a Capitol Plastics (or similar) holder for Seated Halves by type?
A recent addition to the seated half dollar set i'm working on, I like the look of it. WB-2.
Love Seated Coins!!! Here is my MS-67 Pogue 1854 Arrows 25 cent.
and my 1884 dime in PF-67Cam
This one has a few nasty scratches, but hey, it's still a nice coin in my opinion.
Photos courtesy of me.
sarasotanumismatics.com
Here is one of my favorites, the color is so nice and original for a circulated coin. I had it for a really good price too!
sarasotanumismatics.com
PCGS PR63 — will get a TrueView of this one day...
Nothing is as expensive as free money.
Wow, some beauties here lately.
Newp into my collection, PC-45:
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It's not having what you want, it's wanting what you've got.
Beautiful coin!
The double dimes need to be represented!
my 3d 1846 and I'm finally happy!
Looks like the 3rd time is a charm. Well done!
Pics for this PM, newp into Paesan's Stash, PC45:
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It's not having what you want, it's wanting what you've got.
Recent new purchase, 1881 dime.
Some nice coins so far! From dimes to half dollars.
PCGS MS64
Still have this one
“We are only their care-takers,” he posed, “if we take good care of them, then centuries from now they may still be here … ”
Todd - BHNC #242
This is a super clean example. Is it certified? If so what grade did it receive? If not I'd be very curious to hear some opinions on this one.
Thanks jedm!
Yes, it's certified. Our host saw it as a AU55, I have always looked at it as closer to an AU58. At that point we're splitting hairs though. It's a Very Choice example ... strike, surfaces and skin alike.
“We are only their care-takers,” he posed, “if we take good care of them, then centuries from now they may still be here … ”
Todd - BHNC #242
My first visit to this thread... I'll add my two examples:
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My new seated half.
One look at the reverse and even with some fine scratches, I couldn't pass this common date raw coin up on eBay. I'd grade it at VF30 but don't really care much what grade it is when it has the 'look'.
Excellent look to that raw 77-S.
Your SLH's blow my mind, particularly the 1860-O (!!).
Edited because I just posted my 77-CC from ARCO. I haven't posted my avatar 1851 in a while...
I just discovered I can go find and copy my abandoned photos on Photobucket on to my computer using the snipping tool.
Here's a coin I won off eBay for a low price from a dealer in the Philippines with poor photos and they didn't accept returns. No wonder, it took about a month to get to me. The gamble paid off, though. I grade it VF20 but wonder if it might get bumped to VF25 when I submit it for grading. Any opinions on the grade?
Working on my picture taking skills with a new camera, PC15:
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It's not having what you want, it's wanting what you've got.
P53, photo credit GFRC
Looks good Vern. Plus a nice SLD
New purchase from David Kahn (his pics)....