MY MPL"S HAVE NOW BEEN TRUEVIEWED AND REHOLDERED
Steve
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Early this year I learned that PCGS was introducing their new "prong" type holders which allows viewing of the edges of coins. Then I learned that the first quarter's collectors club special was a 50% discount on all coins submitted for "TrueView" pictures. It seemed like a great opportunity for me to get my nine MPL's professionally photographed and then have them put into the new holders where I could see the edges of these proof coins. And so, on February 21st I sent them off to PCGS. I finally got them back today and I am very pleased with the results. The pictures that Phil Arnold provided fairly show how the coins actually look under good lighting. I was surprised because when I first saw the pictures on the internet I didn't think they all looked the way they were shown. I was wrong! I am very happy with the results because I wanted accurate pictures of my coins. I am also very happy with the new holders and how they display my MPL's. I know some people are disappointed in the new holders, but for display of MPL's I think they are great. For me this has provided additional enjoyment with my Lincoln cent collection and particularly my complete Lincoln proof cent with major varieties set registry. Steve
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WS
Also great to see that you have owned these coins for 20 years. You are a true collector.
Knowledge is the enemy of fear
- Bob -
MPL's - Lincolns of Color
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I really like the look of the 1910 and 1912 in particular, but also the 1916. I don't even mind the carbon flecks. We're so used to seeing unreal looking high grade matties that to see a more classic imperfect look makes me think of and get nostalgia for collecting as a kid.
Anybody else think the 1913 is a strong 65RD candidate?
Edited to add: I know you were on pins & needles with your MPL set gone for 30 days
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Dave Kelly: My 1937 IS iridescent and would probably look nice as a TrueView. I may do it someday. I've owned my MPL's for about 20 years with the exception of my 1909VDB which I got 10 years ago this month at the Central States auction. Mike Sturgeon knows ALL about that story!
Bob Campbell: I did like the old coin numbering system on the old holders but that is now history.
Coppercolor: I purchased my MPL's primarily for their historical significance and their rarity. The imperfections were secondary. Now with TrueView I have an accurate depiction and a greater appreciation of what the coins actually look like and that gives me greater satisfaction in owning them.
Mike Sturgeon: I was a little anxious but I was insured. PCGS does a nice job of protecting them while there and the trip took only two days out and then one day back.
Again, thanks to all of you for your nice comments.
Steve
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My Complete PROOF Lincoln Cent with Major Varieties(1909-2015)Set Registry