So-Called Dollar peoples , Any of these any good?
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Two are facsimile slugs, one looks like a token, and the 1855 has a wavy surface that I don't like but it is still a neat piece. Cannot help with the current value - when I was collecting these were very inexpensive and often found in junk boxes at shows.
Using the term "So-Called Dollar" will get you lots of clicks, but IMHO you are not using the term properly.
@BillDugan1959 said: "Using the term "So-Called Dollar" will get you lots of clicks, but IMHO you are not using the term properly."
Perhaps you can take some time and explain to both me and the OP what a so-called dollar is. Depending on its size the CA piece may qualify one day. Yes? No?
HK 500 GOLD RUSH CENTENNIAL - 1949 listed as a so-called dollar. looking for sales of it.
Thanks, I was too lazy to pull out the book!
If it is in the 2008 or 1963 books, I stand corrected. I have the earlier book, but it is buried in my library. One of my own criteria is that the thingie refers to/ is known to come from a specific exposition or World's Fair.
Upper left: HK-500 as mentioned.
Upper right: Looks like a dual reverse of HK-423, HK-424, HK-503, HK-504, HK-505.
Lower left: Humbert slug facsimile. Here is one slabbed by ATS and offered for $1,475.00:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/C-1950-s-FACSIMILE-HUMBERT-TARGET-REVERSE-50-GOLD-SLUG-6704-/192130194412
Lower right: Kellogg slug facsimile. Here is one slabbed by ATS and offered for $2,499.99:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/C-1940-ROUND-KELLOGG-SLUG-SAN-FRANCISCO-FACSIMILE-PARKER-GILT-R-7-8-NGC-66-/192140577976
Wow, those prices are - well, wow! Best of all, someone is going to buy them.! Unfortunately, IMO at least three of the OP's pieces will probably be "detailed" if sent in.
I've got a disc prepared by Mr. Jankovsky. It is a reference to So-Called $50 Slug Facsimiles. I'm pretty sure they can be purchased somewhere on line.
I like the Humbert slug facsimile that is a cool design.
I typically "ignore" zoins at his own request, but I appreciate how he has squarely placed the burr under the Op's heinie. They will be able to put those tokens in the Op's coffin someday.
Scd collectors more interested in the piece over the grade. I have several collectors who have assembled major collections all raw
Could you clarify that statement? I am familars with the market and I believe that I agree with you.
Rarity and eye-appeal are much more important than a specific grade. As long as a piece is ms, and looks good to the eye, it's one worth having. My observation only. It is actually very similar to how error coin collectors collect as well, in my opinion.
Scd collectors more interested in the piece over the grade. I have several collectors who have assembled major collections all raw
correct to a point. most guys I know will seek the highest graded piece they can get, eschewing the problem medals or circs just to "fill a hole" in their collection. in fact, most medals of that sort are left wanting. further, SC$'s aren't much different than standard coins, 1-2 grade points can make a big difference in price and the "top pop" still commands more. as far as raw vs. slabbed, it tends to be the same as with coins, there is added value with encapsulation and the protection afforded by the capsule can be significant.
I get what you're saying, though.