The 1917 Doubled Die Obverse & An Early 30th Birthday Present
Browe
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Though I am an infrequent poster here I am certainly a daily reader, and have enjoyed and appreciate the on going conversations that these boards bring. I'd like to share a recent purchase.
For me cherrypicking isn't so much about the potential profit, but the successful hunt. I like to think most feel that way. Over the last 5 years I have been feverishly searching through listings, going to local shows and stores convinced that there had to be one 1917 DDO left out there undiscovered. This extends back to my childhood when I would go through my redbook, and search through rolls looking for the special ones. 5 years went by, and not even a low grade one could be found. Then on February 26, 2015 at approximately 8:05am it happened, the eBay listing of my dreams, clear as day... a 1917 DDO for $5. My heart was literally pounding out of my chest. I can't wait to send this off to be graded, and subsequently add to my set. I will cherish this piece for a long time. I think even if I eventually upgrade it as some point, I'll hold onto it. Thanks for reading.
P.S. Sorry for the less than stellar photos they were taken with my smartphone.
For me cherrypicking isn't so much about the potential profit, but the successful hunt. I like to think most feel that way. Over the last 5 years I have been feverishly searching through listings, going to local shows and stores convinced that there had to be one 1917 DDO left out there undiscovered. This extends back to my childhood when I would go through my redbook, and search through rolls looking for the special ones. 5 years went by, and not even a low grade one could be found. Then on February 26, 2015 at approximately 8:05am it happened, the eBay listing of my dreams, clear as day... a 1917 DDO for $5. My heart was literally pounding out of my chest. I can't wait to send this off to be graded, and subsequently add to my set. I will cherish this piece for a long time. I think even if I eventually upgrade it as some point, I'll hold onto it. Thanks for reading.
P.S. Sorry for the less than stellar photos they were taken with my smartphone.
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RMR: 'Wer, wenn ich schriee, hörte mich denn aus der Engel Ordnungen?'
CJ: 'No one!' [Ain't no angels in the coin biz]
<< <i>You should look at the reverse carefully--use a loupe. Focus on the area beneath OF AMERICA and the wheat stems. I think I see marks indicative of burnishing. >>
Sorry that's probably my lack luster camera work. The coin is quite wholesome, and original.
great read too...i love it...that bit about the hunt
at $5 for this example...."YOU SUCK"
and happy bday
Must be sweet after the long hunt.
Cool coin.
Here`s mine, not as nice as yours but a coin none-the-less
Sean Reynolds
"Keep in mind that most of what passes as numismatic information is no more than tested opinion at best, and marketing blather at worst. However, I try to choose my words carefully, since I know that you guys are always watching." - Joe O'Connor
<< <i>Nice VF. Congrats on the pick, and happy birthday. >>
I think it has a shot at XF40. If not that then VF35.
Congrats and as lasvegasteddy said, you do, indeed, SUCK.
It's one of the ones that get "doubled die" on the label for no extra fee, submit it as coin number 92497.
If you want the FS number on label then you gotta pay the fee.
<< <i>My heart was literally pounding out of my chest. >>
If your heart were literally pounding out of your chest, you'd be dead. Unless you were having open heart surgery.
(Sorry- silly pet peeve of mine- the word "literally" gets improperly used WAY too often these days.)
Now that that little bit of pedantry on my part is over, I will say... congratulations!
And happy birthday, too!
Nice cherrypick for sure!
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<< <i>Nice VF. Congrats on the pick, and happy birthday. >>
I think it has a shot at XF40. If not that then VF35.
Congrats and as lasvegasteddy said, you do, indeed, SUCK. >>
Could go either way. It's definitely at least a VF35, though, I agree with that. >>
First impression was VF30 here but the reverse is really nice and could carry it higher. If it goes XF40 that would be a homerun.
Sean Reynolds
"Keep in mind that most of what passes as numismatic information is no more than tested opinion at best, and marketing blather at worst. However, I try to choose my words carefully, since I know that you guys are always watching." - Joe O'Connor
I think of all the pennies and other coins ive bought in huge lots and never checked for DD and sold