The Michael F. Hayes Barber Megathread

JeffMTampa · July 28, 2015 4:55AM

Great looking Quarters, Mike!

If only they were Half Dollars........

MFH · July 28, 2015 5:48AM

JeffMTampa · July 28, 2015 6:30AM

You da MAN!

Mike- that coin is not in your Registry set- a new toy? Not a coin for the feinght of heart!

MFH · July 28, 2015 6:38AM

Jeff,

That was once in my Registry set. I was looking for my current example.
I found a dozen VF20's, 25's, 30"s and 35's...but no 40's.

I have an XF 40 in my set now...just can't find it on Photobucket.
Need to re-examine my latest additions done by MV. I probably
just by passed it.

crazyhounddog · July 28, 2015 6:50AM

I'm speechless! There's some serious eye candy here and I can see many of you know your way around these Barber's. GREAT thread.

crazyhounddog · July 28, 2015 6:54AM

<< Here's a newly imaged Dime - yes - another duplicate

1812 Posts on Part 3 >>

Over the top beautiful!!

valente151 · July 28, 2015 6:55AM

<< Jeff,

That was once in my Registry set. I was looking for my current example.
I found a dozen VF20's, 25's, 30"s and 35's...but no 40's.

I have an XF 40 in my set now...just can't find it on Photobucket.
Need to re-examine my latest additions done by MV. I probably
just by passed it. >>

Here you go.

MFH · July 28, 2015 7:00AM

Many thanks, MV; just hadn't had a chance to look for it.

Glad to see you here, Crazyhoundsog !! I'm really glad you
like color on your coins.

LogPotato · July 28, 2015 7:55AM

crazyhounddog · July 28, 2015 8:35AM

<< Jeff...Great looking Nickels.

Mike V was nice enough to image all the newps I had built up since last year when he was visiting.

I promise not to deluge the thread with lots of pictures.

Here's a newp - basically a duplicate - for my Quarter set:

>>

Fabulous color here bud!!!!!! Lovely piece!

crazyhounddog · July 28, 2015 9:05AM

<< Here's a newly imaged Dime - yes - another duplicate

1812 Posts on Part 3 >>

What a beauty, superb eye candy my friend!!!! I love the color on this one

barberkeys · July 28, 2015 7:16PM

Jeff - Congrats on the 09-O upgrade. An under-rated date IMO.

Mike - Good looking 96-O qtr newp, bet it crosses.

crazyhounddog - Welcome to the barber mega thread.

Justin - Love your VF''s.

Pics for this AM, my current 96-O half, acquired raw from my friend Keith, now PC40:

paesan · July 29, 2015 12:05AM

I just love it when we have the 96-O date blitz! Nice job, fellas!

JeffMTampa · July 29, 2015 12:51AM

<< I just love it when we have the 96-O date blitz! Nice job, fellas! >>

The latest coin in my Barber Half Registry set- a 1896 O 50C PCGS AU 55:

It arrived in the mail after a complicated trade with someone on these boards. I shot the photos quickly last night; I need to polish out the scratches on the plastic and improve the lighting. It's a nicer coin than these images make it appear, but it has no color.

MFH · July 29, 2015 9:07AM

<< My newest 1896-O - [ newly imaged as well ] ...which is at our hosts being graded as I type this: EDIT Graded AU 58 today !!

My current older 1896-O - In case my friend ATS ( across the state ) has an interest

] >>

MFH · July 29, 2015 12:34PM

A fairly new coin - and recently imaged:

I upgraded my 92-S Dime - and here is the first image I have of it:

barberkeys · July 29, 2015 6:33PM

Jeff - Congrats on the transaction, what a tough coin.

Mike - Wonderful coins, great pics. How is your 09-S only a 63?

Pics for this AM, continuing the 96-O blitz, from Paesan's Stash, PC55:

And my two dimes, PC55 and 30:

MFH · July 30, 2015 12:51PM

TRUE VIEW:

Valente151 Images:

A cross over - ex: NGC 58

EX: Holsonbake Numismatics / dba: Americana Rare Coins

JeffMTampa · July 31, 2015 8:58AM

Mike- you're the KING of coins with color! They make me want to get out my Crayola's and touch mine up a bit.

A new raw Blast White half showed up in the mail this today, a 1904:

I don't think this one will 58- maybe a 65?

LogPotato · July 31, 2015 9:04AM

I believe you have an MS (64?) coin there, Jeff. I like my coins with at least a little skin, but for some reason I really like that 04.

valente151 · July 31, 2015 9:15AM

<< Mike- you're the KING of coins with color! They make me want to get out my Crayola's and touch mine up a bit. >>

Howd you know that is how MFH spends his retirement...

MFH · July 31, 2015 9:29AM

Hey, YN.

"The Truth Hurts"

I have never added or subtracted color from any coin.
Two weeks ago, I took your advice and cracked out
three Quarters ( all NGC ) and submit them raw to
our hosts. Which I did. I requested Tru View images
as I knew you had not seen some of the coins yet. I am
waiting to hear my True Views are available !

I'll be happy to put up your image(s) against the True Views.
As they say, put your money where your mouth is.

BTW: Valente151 knows how appreciative I am...we like to
exchange barbs every so often. It keeps him in his place.

JeffMTampa · July 31, 2015 9:31AM

<< I believe you have an MS (64?) coin there, Jeff. I like my coins with at least a little skin, but for some reason I really like that 04. >>

I suspect you're correct on the grade, but I can hope. I think you meant "color", not "skin"- this coin has totally original skin.

If you guys had any idea what I paid for this you would hate me. It will make a nice addition to my MS set no matter.

JeffMTampa · July 31, 2015 9:34AM

<< Hey, YN.

"The Truth Hurts"

I have never added or subtracted color from any coin.
Two weeks ago, I took your advice and cracked out
three Quarters ( all NGC ) and submit them raw to
our hosts. Which I did. I requested Tru View images
as I knew you had not seen some of the coins yet. I am
waiting to hear my True Views are available !

I'll be happy to put up your image(s) against the True Views.
As they say, put your money where your mouth is.

BTW: Valente151 knows how appreciative I am...we like to
exchange barbs every so often. It keeps him in his place.

>>

I'm pretty confident that the images Valente151 takes will look better than the True Views.....

LogPotato · July 31, 2015 9:43AM

<< 

<< I believe you have an MS (64?) coin there, Jeff. I like my coins with at least a little skin, but for some reason I really like that 04. >>

I suspect you're correct on the grade, but I can hope. I think you meant "color", not "skin"- this coin has totally original skin.

If you guys had any idea what I paid for this you would hate me. It will make a nice addition to my MS set no matter. >>

You are correct, that's what I meant.

LogPotato · July 31, 2015 9:54AM

Here's a half I have not shared before. One of the tougher P mint dates in VF. Credit to Jeff for the image.

valente151 · July 31, 2015 10:43AM

<< 
I'll be happy to put up your image(s) against the True Views.
As they say, put your money where your mouth is.

BTW: Valente151 knows how appreciative I am...we like to
exchange barbs every so often. It keeps him in his place.

>>

OOOOO. Snap. Better watch out, whats the difference between a Valente151 coin photo, a Truview or a picture of MFH parading around in a pink Tu-Tu.... I think any would be appropriate for the BahBah thread, and only an upload away.

Even his dobermans run in fear when the pink tutu comes out.

In all seriousness, I do enjoy lurking this thread. Nice 04 half JFT, should grade nicely for you. Clean fields, a little bit of roughness on the cheek which will probably be the grade determinant. I also enjoy the 96-O 25c that BK posted, would like to see the color on that in hand.

LogPotato · July 31, 2015 10:47AM

<< ...BahBah... >>

Is that Bostonian?

JeffMTampa · July 31, 2015 11:58AM

<< 

<< ...BahBah... >>

Is that Bostonian? >>

Classic

keyman64 · July 31, 2015 12:34PM

barberkeys · July 31, 2015 6:20PM

Mike - Two really nice dimes.

Jeff - I will guess 64 on your '04.

Justin - Another nice VF.

Pics for this AM, from my raw set:

MFH · July 31, 2015 10:35PM

Vern... I like the circ 1901-O. Nice coin for your raw set. My filler circs that I have picked up lately
we're all sent to CAC - and I was pleasantly surprised they all Passed. Thank God, I know how to
grade a circulated coin that is choice for the grade. If only I could hone my skills to include AU material.
I submitted 30 coins....1/3 Passed. Seems to be my running average. One coin I bought that did pass
was a surprise, as I thought it had been dipped to its max, and a coin I had conserved from an NGC 65
holder that wouldn't cross due to Altered Surfaces at PCGS, and was resubmitted and came back as a 64;
well, that coin did not Pass. It's clearly a 64+

Jeff.. ..I agree with the majority ... That 1904 is a beauty and worthy of a 64 grade, IMHO. Let's see what
my YN's younger set of eyes come up with. I'll be happy to post a few more later on today once I am back
from the dog park.

Justin.... You've been doing extremely well as of late picking up those Halves. They all are very choice
and I can see another fantastic VF/XF set is in the making. Looking forward to your newps.

Nothing new or exciting this past week. While Baltimore was in progress, I did pick up a nice AU58 - 1888
V Nickel. From the Gals at JJ Teaparty. No images yet, guess I have to wait till Valente151 comes down for
another visit.

Ok, have "fun with your coins" .

JeffMTampa · July 31, 2015 11:11PM

While talking about Liberty Nickels I'll post a new addition to my collection, a 1902 PCGS MS 62:

I purchased this in the current holder and have to wonder if I have any ability to grade. This looks like a 64 to me; I don't understand what I'm missing.

MFH · July 31, 2015 11:18PM

Jeff".. You are missing nothing.... The OBV looks 65 (IMHO ) and the Reverse
looks 63. The OBV side rules the grade, so the coin should have graded no less
than 63...and closer to a 64. What do I know, though. I've been called a blind
old man by two YN's this week.

Nice coin for a 62. I think it's choice and should Gold CAC ...worth a shot.

amwldcoin · July 31, 2015 11:28PM

Lottsa nice coins being posted!

Jeff, How is the luster on that 04? I know it is probably the picture .... yeah I'm tough on grading via pictures .... I hope it grades but wouldn't be surprised if they call it cleaned. I know it's not hairlined, but the luster seems off to me. You should see some of the coins PCGS has bagged on me!

JeffMTampa · August 1, 2015 1:41AM

<< Lottsa nice coins being posted!

Jeff, How is the luster on that 04? I know it is probably the picture .... yeah I'm tough on grading via pictures .... I hope it grades but wouldn't be surprised if they call it cleaned. I know it's not hairlined, but the luster seems off to me. You should see some of the coins PCGS has bagged on me! >>

Additional photos of the 1904 Half with higher contrast lighting:

Great luster- I don't see any signs of cleaning.

MFH · August 1, 2015 8:51AM

True View:

1896 - Valente151's Images:

True View:

1902 - Valente151's Images:

I found this older image

JeffMTampa · August 1, 2015 12:17PM

I guess Mike was busy with the Crayola's again. Great job blending the colors!

valente151 · August 1, 2015 1:43PM

<< I guess Mike was busy with the Crayola's again. Great job blending the colors! >>

MFH just has work on keeping it in the lines, looks like he got a little sloppy and let the blue into the hair.

<< I'll be happy to put up your image(s) against the True Views.
As they say, put your money where your mouth is. >>

As to the comparison posted, I know I'm biased, but I really like my photos. The biggest negative I can say on mine is the presence of dark spots, due to not being able to light the whole coin due to slab glare. Though this does allow for a bit more of showing luster. Oh well, photography can be a whole other thread. I wish I had more time to be able to offer to shoot more collections, maybe in the spring when I have 5 day weekends due to only 2 days of classes.

MFH · August 1, 2015 2:30PM

where is the image of Valente in the 1st grade coloring his picture book ?
His Mom took the crayons away from him as he was eating them.

Not a bad job if I say so myself. Thanks again.

barberkeys · August 1, 2015 7:52PM

Jeff - Good look on your '02 V Nick. Why a 62? Who knows.

Mike - Two more beautiful dimes.

Mike V - Like your pics better, more "depth", and the non-toned areas look more realistic.

Pics for this AM, a couple of days late but another 96-O for the parade, Doug's PC58:

Labelman87 · August 2, 2015 5:32AM

Having just caught up on the past 7 days of Thread, I guess it's time to get out the 96 Quarter set. So many 96's, so little time! ...LOL

JeffMTampa · August 2, 2015 7:32AM

Some rather striking '96 Quarters!

MFH · August 2, 2015 7:43AM

<< Some rather striking '96 Quarters! >>

Yeah, tell me about it. I had all of these coins at different times.
I found the 96-S for Labelman... hoping I could have kept it for
myself, but I had just bought a pile of Dimes from the seller ( JJ
Teaparty ) and funds were low. Not wanting it to go out of my
"reach", I contacted Criag, and I guess my enthusiasm convinced
him to buy it. I sold his 1896-O for him when he decided he only
wanted MS coins....ha ha ha...and the Phila. issue was from the
Elbesaar Collection sold in August, 2011. { I find it hard to believe
it's been 4 years since my sale }.

Each and everyone of those three coins is superior for its grade,
and it looks as if CAC agrees with me.

Guess, I should put up all my 1896 Dated Quarters .... Once I'm off
the iPad....

EDIT : My old coins:

My newps:

....My photobucket account is a mess - I have too many coins in too many files. I'll keep searching.

MFH · August 2, 2015 9:06AM

I sent in a few circulated coins that are hole fillers in my Quarter set, to CAC.

Three out of four were Green Beaned:

This one - the 1907-S - Did Not Pass:

MFH · August 3, 2015 4:37AM

I submitted three raw Quarters ( all ex: NGC ) and I got the grades back the other day,
and now, I'm waiting for them to be delivered. ( Which should be this afternoon ).

Only one coin was not imaged by Valente 151 as I picked it up at the July FUN show
- courtesy of Liz Coggan of JJ Teaparty.

Here is the coin from Liz - a 1905 Philly - now: PCGS 58.

Image Forthcoming:

The two other coins that Mike did image were 1896-O ( Ex/ NGC 58 ) which (again ) I cracked out
and submitted raw. The coin was processed and the results are in: It's also an AU 58.

Images Forthcoming.

The last coin submitted was a 1907- Philly - ( Ex: NGC 60 Fatty Holder - CAC ) which received a MS 62
grade .

Again, images forthcoming.

I find these pictures to be quite interesting. Mainly because everyone has said the True View pictures are too light. You be the judge.
I have found Valente's images to be true to life - and the True Views look nothing like the coins. Odd, to say the least. Sorry, Phil.

Labelman87 · August 3, 2015 4:49AM

Ah Ha Mike ..."I have too many coins in too many files" I just knew you had too many coins. No wonder I can't find any!!

MFH · August 3, 2015 1:43PM

A fairly newer addition - ex: Ron Hedden.

JMW & I both feel that this is the sleeper date in the series.

MFH · August 3, 2015 2:44PM

My Quarters that were not sent to CAC were finally submitted - and I had 15 Quarters sent in:
I mentioned and shown "above" the circulated ones that were Beaned.

I also had this 1908-D CAC'd as well

barberkeys · August 3, 2015 6:58PM

Craig - What a great year, 1896.

Mike - .750 is quite a batting average on your circ CAC submission.
Three really nice NGC coins that you moved to PC.
Agree with you and Joe about the 97-O dime. Been looking for one of those for a long time.

Pics for this AM, another dime date that is unheralded IMO, from Mowgli's collection (my pics don't do it justice):

The Michael F. Hayes Barber Megathread

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