@JeffMTampa said:
Here's another raw Barber Dime purchase, an 1898 S:
...looks like the undesired machine doubling...
Clarifying, variety services unfortunately don't call these overdates is what I am getting at. Earlier on I was reminded of the same in this thread when I was showing doubling on the reverse of my '98-S quarter. I'll have to take mental note of this ('98-S coins being common with machine doubling) as a potential future study topic. I received an email this week from Steve Hustad asking me to submit an article to the BCCS Journal regarding the identification/locating of a "photographed" '97-S/S East dime I recently posted a few days ago... that '98-S dime of Jeff's has pleasing surface quality to me - nicely lustrous and reflective... the coin is definitely awesome!
Mike, Speaking of reflectivity... holy smokes! that '02 is beaming. Beautiful color on the second one. Proud ownership I am sure on both!
Craig, I have noticed my purchase interests have moved up the food chain lately into XF from F/VF... partially because my quarter set is nearly complete at the lower level (only need the big 3). It makes me some times divert my attention away from those and your thoughts makes me think if I ever decide to sell, will sadness take over later? yet we are constantly refining our pursuits as well and don't have unlimited funds. I used to work in the auto industry and got out of SE Michigan in '06 before the bankruptcies and '08 crash. It was a hard decision and I had to sell my home for less than I purchased it. Sale of my collection had to make up for the shortfalls at that time. I had a large number of gold Dahlonega $5's in those days. I was in the midst if a set - purchases in the early to mid '90's. Just like Justin said, circumstances cause stops, restarts, reconsiderations, and of course some sadness sometimes in the journey. I at least take comfort in knowing that my beauties sit in nice homes. Vern, Lenny, and Milo are good caretakers. You love your children, yes, but when you see them grow up, you sometimes gotta let them go - hoping they stop by and visit once in a while so you can see them (big hint).
T
A Barber Quartet is made up of Nickels, Dimes, Quarters, and Halves.
Here's my 1902 Phila from my Dansco - at first, PCGS wouldn't give it a solid grade - saying it was
AT... and I subsequently sent it ATS - where it came back as an NGC 58.
I later sent it back in the NGC holder [ a few years later ] and the coin was returned as an AU 55.
Here's the True View as an AU 55
Here are a few snaps of iot in the Dansco...
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Tim - Keep the F/VF set if you can as you build your XF set. Going through my Barber Quarters I can say I have no regrets recovering most of my old sales. However, prior to building the sets that I have (even a few good ones!) I invested in my most important investment, my children's education. The investment that lasts for my lifetime.
I wish you well and leave you with an old favorite.
Jeff, Nice job with the raw coins and the PCGS gods, and I agree, could easily be a 58. It will be up to Milo to get it upgraded some day, and then I'll be jealous.
Justin, I am a quarter collector (occasionally dimes) so since there are remaining half dates to be looking for, maybe I can help as well. I'll take a look at your everyman set for dates.
Mike, Always special when being able to see electric blue on your coins! The '92 and '02 are exquisite!
Vern, You don't buy junk, those Morgans and Washington must be special! BTW, I'll be coming back from a trip out East on the 27th. Might not be until the 28th when I am able to reach Schaumburg.
Lenny, Nice '95-S! whether in 55 or 58.
Craig, I don't have any intention of selling my F/VF Wayte Raymond set anytime soon. I want to enjoy gazing at coins sitting within those pages for a good number of years yet. What a splash of color can do to a quarter like that '95-S! Man 'o man!
Jim, Nice '12-P half!
Jeff, Thanks so much on the recent transaction. The '04-O and '15-S are nice upgrades for your set. Once again, the pictures look great! Too bad I can't agree and like the post at the same time.
T
A Barber Quartet is made up of Nickels, Dimes, Quarters, and Halves.
I received a dozen or so Barber Dimes and Quarters back from grading this week. A couple didn't upgrade anything; they'll just go up for sale. I'm having computer problems; it quit communicating with my camera during my photo shoot a couple of nights ago. Most of the newps will need to wait a bit for a photo session until I can get things working again. Mike will really like my new AU 58 Dime- guess why?
Here's the last coin I was able to shoot the other night, my new 1908 PC AU 58 Quarter:
I had a very difficult time finding a nice AU '08 Quarter; is it that tough a coin?
The 1908 Phila Quarter in Choice AU is a tougher coin to find than many realize.
I thought we discussed this not too long ago...I could be wrong though....
That's one sweet Quarter, Jeff. Now, what's the surprise awaiting me ? Some
amazingly beautiful toned Dime in a 58 CAC holder ??
The new 1892 Dime in PCGS 63 w/ Green CAC arrived today - as usual, they are
much nicer in hand than in the pics. Very pleased. It's going to Messydesk soon
for professional images as Valente151 is so bogged down.
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Tim - The Washington qtr is my kind of coin, just born 21 years too late and at the wrong location. The Morgans I saved from going to the bullion guy, as they have the hazy look I like in a nice AU.
Jeff - It never hurts to see a goodd looking Barber again.
Pics for this PM, newp into Jim's collection (hopefully he'll find a higher grade one he likes someday, so I can get this one), PC40:
And just because, here's the qtr that was born too late, PC55:
Vern l It's not having what you want, it's wanting what you've got.
Oh yeah I forgot about my halves! Ive owned these all for several years, bought back in 2010 at FUN. Had a great 1st time in Florida.
1903-S AU55 was hoping 58 but just a tad shy.
1905-S XF40
1906-D VF35
1908-D AU53
1910-S XF40
Vern: Your name is on the 11-S
Mike. Thanks for the kind words. That 11-S can tricky to find. This one was hiding in an ANAC slab at a local B and M. Thanks to Doug for bringing it to my attention.
Jim
Goodness! '96-P PC67 CAC with wild color? you definitely don't see that everyday!
Quality circ halves jinx. Love 'em! Dimes aren't bad either... especially the '07-S. IMO, the '05-S is a bit more common than the '07-S. It is interesting to me how the mintmark shapes and sizes can change from year after year.
Jim, Nice '11-S!
Vern, Tough '32-D. Nice looker.
Jeff, The '08-P is one of the sleeper (if not THE sleeper), tough mid-series dates. Although it may not be as expensive per se like the '13-P, in circ. mid-grades the '08-P shows up infrequently vs. all the other P dates. I haven't studied in full detail the higher-end AU grades but I would think it would not be far off from being in the top 3 or 4 of the toughest P dates for the entire series.
I am still waiting for our hosts to return my Barber quarter submissions.
A Barber Quartet is made up of Nickels, Dimes, Quarters, and Halves.
Lenny, Surprised you picked up a PC40 vs. the quality, high AU I have seen from Vern's pics as of late. Nice none the less! The strike and level of wear looks better than a 40 to me... closer to a 45.
A Barber Quartet is made up of Nickels, Dimes, Quarters, and Halves.
Lenny, I appreciated hearing the backstory. Nice pickup! I have an XF40 '96-P in the PC grading house that should return early May. I'll share more with everyone on the results when it arrives.
Separate note... always wondered what the mirror reverse of a Barber quarter obverse looks like:
A Barber Quartet is made up of Nickels, Dimes, Quarters, and Halves.
I picked up another 1892 25C, this one has some really nice rim tone and my eyes may be playing tricks on me, but I believe that I see some doubling on the lower portions of the letters in QUARTER on the reverse of this Type I. I don't have it in hand yet, scheduled for tomorrow, and I will follow up.
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Tim, I see what you are seeing... might possibly be. Nice '92-P Ty1 regardless. Love the rim edge toning. Let us know after closer examination in hand.
Tim
A Barber Quartet is made up of Nickels, Dimes, Quarters, and Halves.
The mirror image of the Barber Quarter looks very similar to Barber's design for the OBV of the $20.00
Double Eagle...I have those images buried somewhere.... Interesting !!
Mike Hayes ~~~~~~~~~~~~ Coin collecting is not a hobby, it's an obsession !
Lots of luster + !. A smaller level of cheek scatter but enough to pull it away from the Gem flash. Staying conservative, I think I will rhyme on this one: "MS63 on that '01-P" but I would plus it, CAC it.
A Barber Quartet is made up of Nickels, Dimes, Quarters, and Halves.
Jim, Vern... what a beautiful, inviting '98 Philadelphia half. Love the warm, gentle, mellow glow and soft overtones! I think it would be hard pressed to find one better in PC58. Wonderful.
A Barber Quartet is made up of Nickels, Dimes, Quarters, and Halves.
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Clarifying, variety services unfortunately don't call these overdates is what I am getting at. Earlier on I was reminded of the same in this thread when I was showing doubling on the reverse of my '98-S quarter. I'll have to take mental note of this ('98-S coins being common with machine doubling) as a potential future study topic. I received an email this week from Steve Hustad asking me to submit an article to the BCCS Journal regarding the identification/locating of a "photographed" '97-S/S East dime I recently posted a few days ago... that '98-S dime of Jeff's has pleasing surface quality to me - nicely lustrous and reflective... the coin is definitely awesome!
Mike, Speaking of reflectivity... holy smokes! that '02 is beaming. Beautiful color on the second one. Proud ownership I am sure on both!
Craig, I have noticed my purchase interests have moved up the food chain lately into XF from F/VF... partially because my quarter set is nearly complete at the lower level (only need the big 3). It makes me some times divert my attention away from those and your thoughts makes me think if I ever decide to sell, will sadness take over later? yet we are constantly refining our pursuits as well and don't have unlimited funds. I used to work in the auto industry and got out of SE Michigan in '06 before the bankruptcies and '08 crash. It was a hard decision and I had to sell my home for less than I purchased it. Sale of my collection had to make up for the shortfalls at that time. I had a large number of gold Dahlonega $5's in those days. I was in the midst if a set - purchases in the early to mid '90's. Just like Justin said, circumstances cause stops, restarts, reconsiderations, and of course some sadness sometimes in the journey. I at least take comfort in knowing that my beauties sit in nice homes. Vern, Lenny, and Milo are good caretakers. You love your children, yes, but when you see them grow up, you sometimes gotta let them go - hoping they stop by and visit once in a while so you can see them (big hint).
A Barber Quartet is made up of Nickels, Dimes, Quarters, and Halves.
Justin
PM me your want list and will keep an eye out for be-xf material. I believe we have similar coin "eyes". Good luck
Jim
Just look at his everyman registry set....Circ Only!
Here's my 1902 Phila from my Dansco - at first, PCGS wouldn't give it a solid grade - saying it was
AT... and I subsequently sent it ATS - where it came back as an NGC 58.
I later sent it back in the NGC holder [ a few years later ] and the coin was returned as an AU 55.
Here's the True View as an AU 55
Here are a few snaps of iot in the Dansco...
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New Barber Purchases
Looks like a 58 to me, Mike. Nice coin!
Jeff - Looks like the grading gods did well by you.
Darrell - Nice pickup. Barber halves used for love tokens are rare from what I've found.
Doug - My pics don't do your 07-O justice at all.
Tim - Lenny, Milo and I are happy that the great majority of Doug's qtrs stayed in the family.
Mike - Your '02 dime sure is a beauty.
Went to a local show yesterday and came away with a Washington qtr and two Morgans. I must be losing my mind.
Pics for this PM, newp into Paesan's Stash, PC55:
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It's not having what you want, it's wanting what you've got.
Any of my Illinois buddies going to the Central States show later this month?
A Barber Quartet is made up of Nickels, Dimes, Quarters, and Halves.
Lenny's newp looks 58 to me.....
Tim - Keep the F/VF set if you can as you build your XF set. Going through my Barber Quarters I can say I have no regrets recovering most of my old sales. However, prior to building the sets that I have (even a few good ones!) I invested in my most important investment, my children's education. The investment that lasts for my lifetime.
I wish you well and leave you with an old favorite.
Labelman's children are bright people... thank God they take after the Mrs.
Two beautiful 1895-S Quarters - now: I need to dig up what mine looks like - old men get forgetful....
...here's mine... AU 58
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Spotted this 1st Yr of issue - and loved the toning - Its only an MS 63 - but still...yummy !! LOL
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New Barber Purchases
Tim - I'm sure I'll be at Central States, both Thurs and Friday. See you there.
Mike - Nice '92 dime newp. All 63's should look so nice.
Pics for this AM, newp into Jim's collection, PC58:
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It's not having what you want, it's wanting what you've got.
Nice '12 Half Jim!!
Here are a couple of Barber Quarters fresh from the grading room, both raw pickups:
1904 O, PC AU 53:
This upgrades the current XF 40 in my set.
1915 S PC AU 50:
This upgrades the current VF 35 in my set.
Both coins are tough to find raw in AU (that will grade, that is).
Jeff, Nice job with the raw coins and the PCGS gods, and I agree, could easily be a 58. It will be up to Milo to get it upgraded some day, and then I'll be jealous.
Speaking of my 95-S quarter in previous post.
Jeff - You did well with our hosts.
Pics for this PM, now in Paesan's Stash from Joe W, ANACS-58:
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It's not having what you want, it's wanting what you've got.
Justin, I am a quarter collector (occasionally dimes) so since there are remaining half dates to be looking for, maybe I can help as well. I'll take a look at your everyman set for dates.
Mike, Always special when being able to see electric blue on your coins! The '92 and '02 are exquisite!
Vern, You don't buy junk, those Morgans and Washington must be special! BTW, I'll be coming back from a trip out East on the 27th. Might not be until the 28th when I am able to reach Schaumburg.
Lenny, Nice '95-S! whether in 55 or 58.
Craig, I don't have any intention of selling my F/VF Wayte Raymond set anytime soon. I want to enjoy gazing at coins sitting within those pages for a good number of years yet. What a splash of color can do to a quarter like that '95-S! Man 'o man!
Jim, Nice '12-P half!
Jeff, Thanks so much on the recent transaction. The '04-O and '15-S are nice upgrades for your set. Once again, the pictures look great! Too bad I can't agree and like the post at the same time.
A Barber Quartet is made up of Nickels, Dimes, Quarters, and Halves.
I received a dozen or so Barber Dimes and Quarters back from grading this week. A couple didn't upgrade anything; they'll just go up for sale. I'm having computer problems; it quit communicating with my camera during my photo shoot a couple of nights ago. Most of the newps will need to wait a bit for a photo session until I can get things working again. Mike will really like my new AU 58 Dime- guess why?
Here's the last coin I was able to shoot the other night, my new 1908 PC AU 58 Quarter:
I had a very difficult time finding a nice AU '08 Quarter; is it that tough a coin?
The 1908 Phila Quarter in Choice AU is a tougher coin to find than many realize.
I thought we discussed this not too long ago...I could be wrong though....
That's one sweet Quarter, Jeff. Now, what's the surprise awaiting me ? Some
amazingly beautiful toned Dime in a 58 CAC holder ??
The new 1892 Dime in PCGS 63 w/ Green CAC arrived today - as usual, they are
much nicer in hand than in the pics. Very pleased. It's going to Messydesk soon
for professional images as Valente151 is so bogged down.
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Coin collecting is not a hobby, it's an obsession !
New Barber Purchases
I think you;re correct, Mike. I' m getting old and forgetful.
Tim - The Washington qtr is my kind of coin, just born 21 years too late and at the wrong location. The Morgans I saved from going to the bullion guy, as they have the hazy look I like in a nice AU.
Jeff - It never hurts to see a goodd looking Barber again.
Pics for this PM, newp into Jim's collection (hopefully he'll find a higher grade one he likes someday, so I can get this one), PC40:
And just because, here's the qtr that was born too late, PC55:
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It's not having what you want, it's wanting what you've got.
That's a very nice 11-S Half !!
My last one came from Scott Mazetti's collection.
Another sleeper date, as far as I am concerned !
Ya done good, Jim.
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Ok, Jeff..... What's happening .... I'm still waiting for
that surprise you promised !!
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Sunshine Rare Coins
sunshinecoins.com/store/c1/Featured_Products.html
Nice '99 O Half David- that's a 58 I don't have. A tough coin to find!
I just looked over Sunshine Rare Coins website. Some amazing coins !
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Just added two new dimes to my sets. 1905 S in XF45 and 1907 S in AU58. Its been a slow year for me but looking to change that with a few purchases.
PCGS MS-67 CAC
Sunshine Rare Coins
sunshinecoins.com/store/c1/Featured_Products.html
Fantastic coin. Thanks for posting it.
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Oh yeah I forgot about my halves! Ive owned these all for several years, bought back in 2010 at FUN. Had a great 1st time in Florida.
1903-S AU55 was hoping 58 but just a tad shy.
1905-S XF40
1906-D VF35
1908-D AU53
1910-S XF40
Vern: Your name is on the 11-S
Mike. Thanks for the kind words. That 11-S can tricky to find. This one was hiding in an ANAC slab at a local B and M. Thanks to Doug for bringing it to my attention.
Jim
Jinx... I think you did very well on those Halves. All great coins.
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Coin collecting is not a hobby, it's an obsession !
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Goodness! '96-P PC67 CAC with wild color? you definitely don't see that everyday!
Quality circ halves jinx. Love 'em! Dimes aren't bad either... especially the '07-S. IMO, the '05-S is a bit more common than the '07-S. It is interesting to me how the mintmark shapes and sizes can change from year after year.
Jim, Nice '11-S!
Vern, Tough '32-D. Nice looker.
Jeff, The '08-P is one of the sleeper (if not THE sleeper), tough mid-series dates. Although it may not be as expensive per se like the '13-P, in circ. mid-grades the '08-P shows up infrequently vs. all the other P dates. I haven't studied in full detail the higher-end AU grades but I would think it would not be far off from being in the top 3 or 4 of the toughest P dates for the entire series.
I am still waiting for our hosts to return my Barber quarter submissions.
A Barber Quartet is made up of Nickels, Dimes, Quarters, and Halves.
Jinx - Good looking dimes and halves. Thanks for posting.
David - That's one stunning barber quarter, and truly worthy of a superb gem grade (unlike some that are in 67 holders).
Pics for this PM, newp into Milo's collection, PC58:
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It's not having what you want, it's wanting what you've got.
Wow Milo, exceptional '98!
A Barber Quartet is made up of Nickels, Dimes, Quarters, and Halves.
PR64 cac
topstuf - Good looking proof half, thanks for posting it.
Pics for this PM, newp into Paesan's Stash, PC40:
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It's not having what you want, it's wanting what you've got.
Lenny, Surprised you picked up a PC40 vs. the quality, high AU I have seen from Vern's pics as of late. Nice none the less! The strike and level of wear looks better than a 40 to me... closer to a 45.
A Barber Quartet is made up of Nickels, Dimes, Quarters, and Halves.
Tim, I'm full of surprises! I found that coin at FUN and I loved the quality and originality. Dollar for dollar it beats my AU.
Paesan
Lenny, I appreciated hearing the backstory. Nice pickup! I have an XF40 '96-P in the PC grading house that should return early May. I'll share more with everyone on the results when it arrives.
Separate note... always wondered what the mirror reverse of a Barber quarter obverse looks like:
A Barber Quartet is made up of Nickels, Dimes, Quarters, and Halves.
I picked up another 1892 25C, this one has some really nice rim tone and my eyes may be playing tricks on me, but I believe that I see some doubling on the lower portions of the letters in QUARTER on the reverse of this Type I. I don't have it in hand yet, scheduled for tomorrow, and I will follow up.
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Tim, I see what you are seeing... might possibly be. Nice '92-P Ty1 regardless. Love the rim edge toning. Let us know after closer examination in hand.
A Barber Quartet is made up of Nickels, Dimes, Quarters, and Halves.
Not sure if these images help you - or not....
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Spotted another nice Dime ... not as nice as what I already have - but - I thought
this was a very nice coin for the grade !
Care to guess the grade ?
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Tim - Your mirrored image barber (at first glance) looks like a foreign coin to me.
oih8 - Hard to say from the pics, look forward to what you see in hand.
Mike - No question about the RPD in your pic.
Pics for this PM, newp into Jim's collection, PC58
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It's not having what you want, it's wanting what you've got.
Tim:
The mirror image of the Barber Quarter looks very similar to Barber's design for the OBV of the $20.00
Double Eagle...I have those images buried somewhere.... Interesting !!
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Mike, Might be good to see a side-by-side comparison with the $20.
The '92-P DDO is easily seen under the '1' in the date. Like the dime!
A Barber Quartet is made up of Nickels, Dimes, Quarters, and Halves.
Lots of luster + !. A smaller level of cheek scatter but enough to pull it away from the Gem flash. Staying conservative, I think I will rhyme on this one: "MS63 on that '01-P" but I would plus it, CAC it.
A Barber Quartet is made up of Nickels, Dimes, Quarters, and Halves.
Jim, Vern... what a beautiful, inviting '98 Philadelphia half. Love the warm, gentle, mellow glow and soft overtones! I think it would be hard pressed to find one better in PC58. Wonderful.
A Barber Quartet is made up of Nickels, Dimes, Quarters, and Halves.
Another recent find. Tougher date and mint. 1909-D Dime NGC45. Adding to my mid-grade semi-tough Barber dime set...
A Barber Quartet is made up of Nickels, Dimes, Quarters, and Halves.
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