Notable Uncommon Common Coins

Connecticoin · May 4, 2016 8:59AM

Almost every common classic coin has condition rarities that the registry set builders chase.

However, there are some condition rarities that are so exceptional, that they stand out from the rest. The most notable one I can think of is the Stewart Blay 1919 Lincoln Cent in MS69RD -- not only the most exceptional common mintage 1919 Lincoln Cent out there -- also the highest graded WHEAT CENT!

What are some of your favorite uncommon common coins?

Meltdown · May 4, 2016 9:39AM

That's an incredible looking Lincoln!

Here's an uncommon condition on a common "coin"

AUandAG · May 4, 2016 9:57AM

In one of the two above posts, the coin is real.....I'll let you pick!!

bob

Weiss · May 4, 2016 10:03AM

morgandollar1878 · May 4, 2016 11:44AM

That is an exceptional looking Lincoln Cent, however I do not see how it is an MS69. It looks more like a 68 to me.

Connecticoin · May 4, 2016 1:11PM

I always considered this gorgeously toned, nearly flawless 1943 PCGS MS68 Walker (from the former "Cajun" collection) to be the finest Walking Half of all:

ricko · May 4, 2016 10:31PM

That is an exceptional cent.... very nice. Cheers, RickO

Gazes · May 4, 2016 10:33PM

I keep staring at the Lincoln cent. Amazing.

brg5658 · May 4, 2016 11:31PM

That Lincoln is amazing, but I'm in the MS68 camp.

There is something growing on the "D" of GOD, and there are hits on various parts of the "UNITED STATES OF AMERICA" text on the reverse.

An exceptional conditional rarity of a coin, yes!!! MS69? No, IMHO.

Connecticoin · May 5, 2016 5:41AM

Originally posted by: brg5658
That Lincoln is amazing, but I'm in the MS68 camp.

There is something growing on the "D" of GOD, and there are hits on various parts of the "UNITED STATES OF AMERICA" text on the reverse.

An exceptional conditional rarity of a coin, yes!!! MS69? No, IMHO.

I think the fact that the image is the size of a dinner plate makes the very tiny ticks on the coin look huge. If you had comparable pictures of the MS68s next to it, you likely would see the difference.

brg5658 · May 5, 2016 5:48AM

Originally posted by: Connecticoin

Originally posted by: brg5658

That Lincoln is amazing, but I'm in the MS68 camp.

There is something growing on the "D" of GOD, and there are hits on various parts of the "UNITED STATES OF AMERICA" text on the reverse.

An exceptional conditional rarity of a coin, yes!!! MS69? No, IMHO.

I think the fact that the image is the size of a dinner plate makes the very tiny ticks on the coin look huge. If you had comparable pictures of the MS68s next to it, you likely would see the difference.

I am very capable of interpreting large photos.

Don't get me wrong, it's an amazing coin -- but it's not an MS69 in my opinion. If it were dated 2014 I think it would be in an MS68RD holder. And, there is something growing on the "D" of "GOD", regardless of how small it is!

Connecticoin · May 5, 2016 7:05AM

Perhaps. Here are a couple of Blay's MS68 RD coins -- images not as large, but look as good or maybe even better than the 1919! Although the 1923 looks like it has a decent size hit (or planchet flaw?) on the head relative to the 1918 and 1919.

brg5658 · May 5, 2016 8:00AM

Splendid wheaties!!!

Looks like maybe a die crack across Abe's head on the '23.

GoldCoin98 · May 5, 2016 12:46PM

Originally posted by: brg5658
That Lincoln is amazing, but I'm in the MS68 camp.

There is something growing on the "D" of GOD, and there are hits on various parts of the "UNITED STATES OF AMERICA" text on the reverse.

An exceptional conditional rarity of a coin, yes!!! MS69? No, IMHO.

FWIW most silver eagles in MS69 holders have more things wromg with them than that

Connecticoin · May 5, 2016 9:29PM

Originally posted by: brg5658
Splendid wheaties!!!

Looks like maybe a die crack across Abe's head on the '23.

I think they are in OGHs, so the owner might want to send them in for reconsideration

Mr. Blay used to be quite a colorful participant on these boards, but it appears he has not been here in quite a while.

CommemKing · May 5, 2016 11:28PM

asheland · May 5, 2016 11:52PM

I love the 1919!

Connecticoin · May 6, 2016 12:05AM

1881-S Morgan PCGS MS69 - Sold by Heritage in 2009 for $28k and billed as "The Ultimate Type Coin"

Connecticoin · October 3, 2018 3:35AM

Thread Revival!

So, it would appear the $130,000 1958 Frankie Half should join the "Uncommon Common" club!

asheland · October 3, 2018 8:00AM

That is a pretty half. I love that MS69 Morgan!

Connecticoin · October 3, 2018 12:53PM

This one is ONLY a MS68+ - Ex Sirna, Sunnywood, Simpson - don't know who has it now - but this is the finest toned widget that I know of.

OldEastside · October 3, 2018 5:33PM

I have a couple of 1950 D nickels in Fine Condition.........it's kinda a reverse condition rarity

Steve

OldEastside · October 3, 2018 5:35PM

That is a nice looking Franklin

Steve

rainbowroosie · October 3, 2018 5:47PM

Connecticoin · October 11, 2018 8:33PM

@OldEastside said:
I have a couple of 1950 D nickels in Fine Condition.........it's kinda a reverse condition rarity

Steve

Or more commonly known as a "lowball" rarity

Connecticoin · October 11, 2018 8:42PM

Here is the Blay 1919 again - the links in the OP expired.

zrlevin · October 11, 2018 9:44PM

That's a great Lincoln, but boy do those two Morgans take the cake.

leothelyon · October 13, 2018 10:40AM

Perhaps not as nice as the other coins posted here. Maybe it doesn't qualify but it's one of only two coins NGC has graded MS68 6FS. Tried to reclaim it when it appeared in a Heritage auction catalog but...... I believe I have a few other uncommon condition and strike rarities in my collection which there are many pictures of in the BST.

Leo

Zoins · October 13, 2018 10:43AM

This one is notable for the price, mystery and all the discussion it's caused:

RogerB · October 13, 2018 3:43PM

Properly graded gem BU 1969 quarter. (i.e.: MS-67)

RogerB · October 13, 2018 3:43PM

The "1933 half" above is also notable in that it is counterfeit.....

Notable Uncommon Common Coins

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