@BarberFanatic said:
Justin, I honestly think if you cracked and resubmitted your 04-S to PCGS it would come back VF30 and CAC would sticker it again for you at the new grade. It's a great example.
My recent returns from our hosts had some cracked NGC quarter submissions. As a rule, in just about every instance, I had a resulting downgrade... XF45 to 40, VF35 to 30, VF30 to 25 - a few were straight crossed. I, as a whole, typically crack and send in raw trusting the coin(s). On the back side, ALL but one of these ('98-P) passed with CAC sticker. So, as an example, is it better to have an XF45 holdered NGC? or XF40 PCGS with CAC? I guess it depends if you are doing Registry? and the $$$ spread.
A Barber Quartet is made up of Nickels, Dimes, Quarters, and Halves.
My experience was different. I sent in an NGC 95-O dime in 53. It crossed to PCGS as a 55. I do believe CAC prefers PCGS to NGC in my limited experience.
Jim
NGC is all over the board. Lately I have bought quite a few no brainer crackout Barber Half's! A few years ago an AU was all but a guaranteed notch or 2 lower!
Twelve days since I looked at thread and lots of nice coins posted. I'll comment on the 04-S half in VF-20.
My experience when it comes to acquiring tough coins that are, let's say, top of the class:
If I believe that I own a "top of the class" coin, or the nicest one for the grade, then all the others will drag it down....on paper. But I believe that someone will be willing to pay for it when I'm ready to sell. I think of my 01-O quarter in 58 as an example.
Justin, since everyone loves your 4-S in 20, I wouldn't worry a bit about it.
I picked up a 1908 O Dime in a PCGS AU 58 holder recrntly:
It has a PVC spot on the obverse, so I'll need to crack it out and fix it. The date is a bit of a challenge to find, so it's worth the hassle and expense.
@JeffMTampa said:
I picked up a 1908 O Dime in a PCGS AU 58 holder recrntly:
It has a PVC spot on the obverse, so I'll need to crack it out and fix it. The date is a bit of a challenge to find, so it's worth the hassle and expense.
After this summer I am attempting to become enthusiastic about collecting again. Maybe "popping" a few of these old O's will do it. ....Hope all are well.
That '99-O sure is beautiful Craig, agreed. I like the New Orleans Mint emphasis here. Reminds me of the Old Mint not having a capital plastics set on display. The quarters you have are nice and they are not easy to come by nice as a set. Great job!
A Barber Quartet is made up of Nickels, Dimes, Quarters, and Halves.
@DIMEMAN said:
What happened to Mike's sets that we had retired......looks like they are gone!!
I see them, at least Nickels, Dimes, and Quarters. He sold off most of his halves; they don't show.
His Liberty Nickels will be featured in the next BCCS Journal Centerfold. I'll work with John Frost to get some of his other coins in there as well. We all owe Mike and need to pay tribute to him.
@DIMEMAN said:
What happened to Mike's sets that we had retired......looks like they are gone!!
I see them, at least Nickels, Dimes, and Quarters. He sold off most of his halves; they don't show.
His Liberty Nickels will be featured in the next BCCS Journal Centerfold. I'll work with John Frost to get some of his other coins in there as well. We all owe Mike and need to pay tribute to him.
Sometime last year I remember Mike goading me on to "run through" and post the complete list of New Orleans Barber Quarters in the collection. I guess that got me going. So, I'll run through 1900-O through 1909-O over the next days.
Received back a few Barbers both from our hosts and CAC... let me unveil 2 of them today:
1901-O / Horiz O FS-501 (FS-010) Dime. DIMEMAN won't believe it (I still can't believe it) - it straight-graded to PC25. POP 1!!! - Not going to complain.
1897-O Dime PC25.
T
A Barber Quartet is made up of Nickels, Dimes, Quarters, and Halves.
It's a lot easier now than it was only a couple of years ago since PCGS has relaxed their strictness on cleaned coins. There's a lot of crap out there now in PCGS holders now that I wouldn't touch with a 10 foot pole! No Offense sedulous but that includes your 01-O/O dime.
@JeffMTampa said:
Congrats on getting the '01 O in a holder. As you know it's not an easy task these days to find raw Barbers that will grade.
Craig, whenever you're ready to part with this 06-O, I'm a buyer for sure! I like her a lot!
Also, what grade is your 04-O?
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.
This is one Barber Quarter that I would like to leave on the Thread for as long as it "lives". It is one I have owned for several years and one that was acquired through an interesting negotiation that always brings a smile to my face. ...No smooth Irish salesmanship on this one. ...ENJOY...
That is a beauty. Guessing from the pedigree you purchased it from Mike. Negotiations with Mike were always fun. Usually got a fair deal and a little education. Congrats on that acquisition
Comments
Pics for this PM, just back for Dan, PC50:
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It's not having what you want, it's wanting what you've got.
Great looking coin; tough date. Submitted raw?
My recent returns from our hosts had some cracked NGC quarter submissions. As a rule, in just about every instance, I had a resulting downgrade... XF45 to 40, VF35 to 30, VF30 to 25 - a few were straight crossed. I, as a whole, typically crack and send in raw trusting the coin(s). On the back side, ALL but one of these ('98-P) passed with CAC sticker. So, as an example, is it better to have an XF45 holdered NGC? or XF40 PCGS with CAC? I guess it depends if you are doing Registry? and the $$$ spread.
A Barber Quartet is made up of Nickels, Dimes, Quarters, and Halves.
My experience was different. I sent in an NGC 95-O dime in 53. It crossed to PCGS as a 55. I do believe CAC prefers PCGS to NGC in my limited experience.
Jim
NGC is all over the board. Lately I have bought quite a few no brainer crackout Barber Half's! A few years ago an AU was all but a guaranteed notch or 2 lower!
Twelve days since I looked at thread and lots of nice coins posted. I'll comment on the 04-S half in VF-20.
My experience when it comes to acquiring tough coins that are, let's say, top of the class:
If I believe that I own a "top of the class" coin, or the nicest one for the grade, then all the others will drag it down....on paper. But I believe that someone will be willing to pay for it when I'm ready to sell. I think of my 01-O quarter in 58 as an example.
Justin, since everyone loves your 4-S in 20, I wouldn't worry a bit about it.
Paesan
Great feedback and wisdom Lenny
A Barber Quartet is made up of Nickels, Dimes, Quarters, and Halves.
Neat addition to my Barber Half Collection!
https://forums.collectors.com/discussion/987596/neat-addition-to-my-essoteric-bar-half-collection-anyone-know-any-rooneys#latest
Had a wonderful coin show with Doug and Jim today. Nicer barbers and seated would be hard to find.
Jeff - 97-O was raw, from my friend Dan's collection. He sent a few in, maybe more to follow down the road.
Tim - My experience with the TPG's is like a roll of the dice. One never knows.
Paesan - Couldn't agree more.
Darrell - Neat item, an 1895-JR.
Pics for this PM, another of Dan's submission, PC55:
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It's not having what you want, it's wanting what you've got.
I picked up a 1908 O Dime in a PCGS AU 58 holder recrntly:
It has a PVC spot on the obverse, so I'll need to crack it out and fix it. The date is a bit of a challenge to find, so it's worth the hassle and expense.
Are you turning into a PVC magnet?
They seem to be finding me.....
Jeff
That is s nice crusty Barber. Good eye
Jeff - Nice original 08-O dime.
Pics for this AM, another of Dan's halves, PC55:
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It's not having what you want, it's wanting what you've got.
After this summer I am attempting to become enthusiastic about collecting again. Maybe "popping" a few of these old O's will do it. ....Hope all are well.
Craig, You roll out 'dem Barbers jus' like Mike Hayes used to do! Nice set.
A Barber Quartet is made up of Nickels, Dimes, Quarters, and Halves.
Hey, Did anyone receive the recent BCCS Journal yet?
A Barber Quartet is made up of Nickels, Dimes, Quarters, and Halves.
What happened to Mike's sets that we had retired......looks like they are gone!!
Perhaps they were not complete enough to remain in the roster.
The O's continue
-Forgot this early puppy-
-Now, to continue-
-Really like this PC55-
That '99-O sure is beautiful Craig, agreed. I like the New Orleans Mint emphasis here. Reminds me of the Old Mint not having a capital plastics set on display. The quarters you have are nice and they are not easy to come by nice as a set. Great job!
A Barber Quartet is made up of Nickels, Dimes, Quarters, and Halves.
I see them, at least Nickels, Dimes, and Quarters. He sold off most of his halves; they don't show.
His Liberty Nickels will be featured in the next BCCS Journal Centerfold. I'll work with John Frost to get some of his other coins in there as well. We all owe Mike and need to pay tribute to him.
Does anyone know what's happening to his coins?
He did mention he was consigning a bunch to Heritage. I suspect that is where they will end up if they are sold.
Craig - Welcome back, nice run of O's.
Tim - Haven't recd my BCCS journal yet either.
Pics for this AM, wonderful key that belongs to Jim, and has been the subject of a seperate thread, PC55:
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It's not having what you want, it's wanting what you've got.
Link to the 95-O dime thread:
//forums.collectors.com/discussion/987605/why-wouldnt-this-1895-o-dime-cac-now-with-the-answer#latest
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It's not having what you want, it's wanting what you've got.
Link to the 95-O dime thread:
//forums.collectors.com/discussion/987605/why-wouldnt-this-1895-o-dime-cac-now-with-the-answer#latest
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It's not having what you want, it's wanting what you've got.
My BCCS Journal arrived today. I see Tim has another article- I look forward to reading it.
I love that 95-O Dime.
The nicest circulated 95-O dime I've ever seen!
Doug
Sometime last year I remember Mike goading me on to "run through" and post the complete list of New Orleans Barber Quarters in the collection. I guess that got me going. So, I'll run through 1900-O through 1909-O over the next days.
Craig, Wow! All are nice but that '01-O is special... man. Anyone else have neat O-mints in their collections?
A Barber Quartet is made up of Nickels, Dimes, Quarters, and Halves.
Craig
Did you have a great great uncle who lived next to the mint? Nice coins
Craig, I really like your 03-O.
Is the 01-O in a 64 or 65 holder?
Paesan
Received back a few Barbers both from our hosts and CAC... let me unveil 2 of them today:
1901-O / Horiz O FS-501 (FS-010) Dime. DIMEMAN won't believe it (I still can't believe it) - it straight-graded to PC25. POP 1!!! - Not going to complain.
1897-O Dime PC25.
A Barber Quartet is made up of Nickels, Dimes, Quarters, and Halves.
Congrats on getting the '01 O in a holder. As you know it's not an easy task these days to find raw Barbers that will grade.
I have a raw 1901-O/Horiz O I found on Ebay I need to get graded. It should XF. It will be for sale as I have a PCGS58.
Tim - I'm amazed your 01-O straight graded, but congrats to you that the dice rolled your way.
Pics for this PM, more from Dan's raw set:
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It's not having what you want, it's wanting what you've got.
It's a lot easier now than it was only a couple of years ago since PCGS has relaxed their strictness on cleaned coins.
There's a lot of crap out there now in PCGS holders now that I wouldn't touch with a 10 foot pole! No Offense sedulous but that includes your 01-O/O dime.
No offense taken Darrell, I agree with you. I sent it in (01-O/HorizO) fully expecting a details grade. It was a surprise to me to.
A Barber Quartet is made up of Nickels, Dimes, Quarters, and Halves.
Thanks all. The 01-O Barber Quarter is in a PC 64 holder. ...To continue:
PC64
07-O - 09-O's: to follow-
Craig, whenever you're ready to part with this 06-O, I'm a buyer for sure! I like her a lot!
Also, what grade is your 04-O?
I agree with Cary, nice coin!
A Barber Quartet is made up of Nickels, Dimes, Quarters, and Halves.
...04-O is a PC58. To continue to the end of the O's....
PC64
PC63
END NEW ORLEANS QUARTERS
You guys are killing me with these O-mints. Love the 07-O. Love the 09-O. Love them all, actually. Awesome!
Dave
Not one but two '09-O's! I agree with Dave, beautiful specimens! thanks for sharing!
A Barber Quartet is made up of Nickels, Dimes, Quarters, and Halves.
Darrell - I agree, more coins that were bagged for cleaning are now given straight grades.
Craig - Nice way to finish off your run of O mints. That 63 looks undergraded to me.
Pics for this PM, more from Dan's raw set:
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It's not having what you want, it's wanting what you've got.
Beautiful Quarters guys!
This is one Barber Quarter that I would like to leave on the Thread for as long as it "lives". It is one I have owned for several years and one that was acquired through an interesting negotiation that always brings a smile to my face. ...No smooth Irish salesmanship on this one. ...ENJOY...
That is a beauty. Guessing from the pedigree you purchased it from Mike. Negotiations with Mike were always fun. Usually got a fair deal and a little education. Congrats on that acquisition
Jim,
Mike and I "danced"over this some time ago. We had some great times "picking" at each other.