Oregon Commem - Common MS66 cost?

Prethen

I'd love to get a "generic" Oregon Commemorative for "type" and the date does not matter. It would be great to get a dazzling MS66.

This is one of those times I'd actually prefer pure "white" as usually the toning I've seen on these, even in higher grades, is either blotchy or just not attractive overall. I'm sure there are many exceptions, but I'd also rather not pay the premium for one of those "exception" coins.

I've heard dealers say that I should be able to find one in the $200-$300 range in NGC or PCGS plastic. One of those dealers who specialized in these things (saw him at the ANA show with a case full of PCGS/CAC commem's, but forgot his name) emphatically stated that, as of now, CAC stickers give the coins zero premium. I thought that was strange but he was quite explicit and pointed out some of the pricing of the coins he had in the case. That said, I would prefer having one CAC'd rather than not.

I also know that these coins are just about as common as dirt. So what dates/mints am I looking for? What would be the easiest source to find one example for a decent price and what should I limit what I expect to pay? I guess, I could try eBay given a specific set of dates to search.

lcoopie

this is not what you are looking for

Staircoins

If he says ("emphatically", even) that CAC stickers bring no premium, then why not go ahead and choose a coin that has one?!?

I'd suggest looking for one that you like, stickered, in a PCGS holder. You'll thank yourself come resale time.

LindeDad

I think your price range for a MS66 might need to go up a little. I paid almost your bottom price for a nice AU58 recently.

Prethen

Yep, that type of subtle toning might work. I've seen way too many blotchy example in high grade holders though that seem to hold the coin back for me.



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Kove

If you're only buying one Oregon, you will not find a "nice" 66 example in the $200-$300 range. If you want nice, rich luster, it's more like $350-$425. $200 will not buy a nice 66 Oregon. Oregon's are one commem where there is a noticeable difference between NGC and PCGS grading in 66 and especially 67. I would stick with PCGS-graded Oregon's. Regarding, CAC, it has been my experience that they tend to sticker a higher percentage of most commems than they do, say, Saints or Peace dollars. The premium isn't high at the 66 level, so why not go with a CAC sticker for such a small premium?

The highest quality Oregon dates are the last 3 Denver mints, 1937-D, 1938-D, and 1939-D. In my opinion, the best date for price vs. quality for a type set is the 1937-D, while the 1939-D is great because it adds a rarity factor with only 3,000 (!) minted.

A 1937-D in PCGS MS 66 is an ideal Oregon type coin. You can also stretch a little an get a 1937-D in PCGS 67, or a 1939-D in PCGS 65, either for around $600, both of which will be very desirable coins when you go to sell.

Prethen

Kove, thanks a bunch. I will seriously consider those dates.

Justacommeman

I concur on the 37-D as they come nice and a really high proportion of them are untoned it seems to me. However, if you are only looking for one for type the world is your oyster and any of the dates/mintmarks will do. None will be remotely scarce in 66 so they should really just price out on sheer eye appeal. Fortunately for you it's untoned that you are after.

MJ

Prethen

<< <i>I concur on the 37-D as they come nice and a really high proportion of them are untoned it seems to me. However, if you are only looking for one for type the world is your oyster and any of the dates/mintmarks will do. None will be remotely scarce in 66 so they should really just price out on sheer eye appeal. Fortunately for you it's untoned that you are after.

MJ >>


Almost always, I look for original surfaces and natural, attractive toning. However, this is one coin I really set out as an exception for looking stunning in blast white full luster. Another type of coin that I like that way are Standing Liberty Quarters.

Justacommeman

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<< <i>I concur on the 37-D as they come nice and a really high proportion of them are untoned it seems to me. However, if you are only looking for one for type the world is your oyster and any of the dates/mintmarks will do. None will be remotely scarce in 66 so they should really just price out on sheer eye appeal. Fortunately for you it's untoned that you are after.

MJ >>


Almost always, I look for original surfaces and natural, attractive toning. However, this is one coin I really set out as an exception for looking stunning in blast white full luster. Another type of coin that I like that way are Standing Liberty Quarters. >>



Oregons, SLQ's and Peace dollars IMHO all look great blast white with lustre and this is coming from a toned guy. MJ

OGDan

<< <i>...and this is coming from a toned guy. MJ >>


Really? Are you NT (born that way or sat out in the sun) or AT (tanning salon)?

Justacommeman

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<< <i>...and this is coming from a toned guy. MJ >>


Really? Are you NT (born that way or sat out in the sun) or AT (tanning salon)? >>



I'm a soak in the sun day yoga boy

Something about the smell of burnt skin at the tanning saloon that freaks me out............MJ