Question on Encapsulation Method Used for These Coins

FrankK1963

Here's a question for the experts on this forum, or those with more knowledge than me! In the years that I've been collecting coins, I have never seen coins encapsulated in this manner. These coins (a 1908 $5 Liberty Head and a 1908 Indian Quarter Eagle) were passed down from my grandfather to my father and then to me. Aside from a small fitted black cloth case, there is no documentation. Does anyone know the origin/history of this encapsulation method and (if I decided to sell them in the future) whether it would be better to sell them "as is" or try to remove them from the enclosure and have them graded?

mrkbrown87

That's a capital plastic holder. If you are gonna ever sale them then I would submit for TpG. Nice gold btw

davewesen

They can be removed with a standard screwdriver on the slotted side of the 4 corner posts. Put the screwdriver in the slot and turn counterclockwise. Removal will make coin evaluation much easier.

Swampboy

With provenance like that I would keep them in that holder. Just me.
Unless of course circumstances made it necessary to cash out.
Welcome.

ricko

Very nice .... Welcome aboard FrankK1963... I would keep them 'as is', unless you are planning to sell....then, if they are really nice... slabbing them by a TPG would be a good idea. Cheers, RickO

1630Boston

Welcome, don't be a stranger here...post often with questions and comments.

FrankK1963

Thank you all for your comments and advice. It's very much appreciated!