@AsheLand, nice Charlotte Gold. I started looking at them and never realized how hard it would be to find a nice ...eye appealing piece. The strikes don’t seem to be that good on them... kind of funny that we both settled on the same o mint coin in similar grade. I had made offers on both a C and a D, but wasn’t able to reach an acceptable price, so went in the direction of no motto and an 0. From these updates, I think I will add some commem’s and perhaps a W to the list.
I find it always good to have a number of wants, so there is a ch ace to find the right coin at the right price.
@SimpleCollector said: @AsheLand, nice Charlotte Gold. I started looking at them and never realized how hard it would be to find a nice ...eye appealing piece. The strikes don’t seem to be that good on them... kind of funny that we both settled on the same o mint coin in similar grade. I had made offers on both a C and a D, but wasn’t able to reach an acceptable price, so went in the direction of no motto and an 0. From these updates, I think I will add some commem’s and perhaps a W to the list.
I find it always good to have a number of wants, so there is a ch ace to find the right coin at the right price.
The hunt shall continue.
The Charlotte doesn't have the best strike, but the color and surfaces are to die for! (in my opinion) I did however pay a decent price for it, not wholesale, but as much as I like the coin, to me, it was worth every penny! I paid 2550.
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I love that historic Bechtler dollar.
Carolina Gold! WTG!
It's one of my best pieces. It also has a story and history that goes with it, dating back to 1958 in Asheville. I have the original letter that has been with it since 1958. My friend that I got it from wrote an article about it shortly before selling it to me.
Bringing up an old thread. I went to the SDB and pulled out my gold coins....Arranged them in how I view my type set to see what’s next. Many followed @asheland and I hope he posts an update in the coming weeks...as for me...while maybe upgrading a coin or too, I focused on expanding. You will see a few versions of motto and no motto, as well as a few mints...O;D (den) ;S which are at the end of the coins....also the raw coin is a no motto saint gaudens (which I may need to slab someday.
I did make strong offers for both a Da; and a C coin to expand my mint list, but both offers were rejected....alas, both dealers still have the coins I made offers on 5 months ago, but I no longer have the funds to make another run right now.
Not sure where I go next....I love the cc mint, as the Morgan cc’s were the first set I put together and an 84cc Morgan was the first real coin I remember saving for...so I am sure a cc mint will show up someday...
In reviewing my coins, I am not wowed by the type 3 $1 gold, nor the $3 gold, nor the $5 Liberty, so upgrades are possible, or perhaps a $10 no motto might get added. Most $10 no motto look a little different, want to say rough, or a rawer look, but that look is growing on me, especially CAC versions of the $10 no motto...The C and D mint are also on the list, but would need to sell some of my other non gold coins, as is a capped bust gold coin, but once again, that will take time and planning.
So, for those considering gold type sets , here is one version.
Nice coins @SimpleCollector !
Sadly, I let two of my set go, the Saint and type 3 $20. So my set lacks at the moment. They were both coins I wanted to upgrade eventually, and at $2,000 an ounce, I let them go. I still plan to replace them. I want a Saint in 66 and the type3 $20 to be a MS65. I am in no hurry and I know those coins, chosen carefully in those grades will satisfy.
@asheland I know the dilemma of selling, i let go a bunch of silver bars near the recent peak, and it allowed me to continue to pursue some items in this area and another area I collect.
Your feedback has helped as I always learn that there is more that I am missing. From your post, in addition to more mints, I will likely try to add a type 1 and type 2 Liberty $20.
I wish I could aspire to get higher grades, but nice looking coins at as small a premium over bullion is the sweet spot that I can live with, so I don’t anticipate anything over a 63 anytime soon.
Hopefully in another 3-6 months I will have another new coin or two and can provide the next update.
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Very nice set! I need a Type 2 dollar to complete my set.
I love that historic Bechtler dollar.
Carolina Gold! WTG!
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Oh good lord that $10 Indian could easily be the star in my collection! And it is just one of many for you. Congrats
@AsheLand, nice Charlotte Gold. I started looking at them and never realized how hard it would be to find a nice ...eye appealing piece. The strikes don’t seem to be that good on them... kind of funny that we both settled on the same o mint coin in similar grade. I had made offers on both a C and a D, but wasn’t able to reach an acceptable price, so went in the direction of no motto and an 0. From these updates, I think I will add some commem’s and perhaps a W to the list.
I find it always good to have a number of wants, so there is a ch ace to find the right coin at the right price.
The hunt shall continue.
The Charlotte doesn't have the best strike, but the color and surfaces are to die for! (in my opinion) I did however pay a decent price for it, not wholesale, but as much as I like the coin, to me, it was worth every penny! I paid 2550.
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Indeed it's part of the set, but I am VERY fond of it. I've never seen a 64 graded Indian with this look, it's one of my all time favorites!
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It's one of my best pieces.
It also has a story and history that goes with it, dating back to 1958 in Asheville. I have the original letter that has been with it since 1958. My friend that I got it from wrote an article about it shortly before selling it to me.
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My favorite gold dollar type!
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That periodical has the article in it.
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Came back for another look. You did a great job assembling your set of gold.
Just lovely👌👍
Thank you!
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Out flipping standing!
"Inspiration exists, but it has to find you working" Pablo Picasso
Bringing up an old thread. I went to the SDB and pulled out my gold coins....Arranged them in how I view my type set to see what’s next. Many followed @asheland and I hope he posts an update in the coming weeks...as for me...while maybe upgrading a coin or too, I focused on expanding. You will see a few versions of motto and no motto, as well as a few mints...O;D (den) ;S which are at the end of the coins....also the raw coin is a no motto saint gaudens (which I may need to slab someday.
I did make strong offers for both a Da; and a C coin to expand my mint list, but both offers were rejected....alas, both dealers still have the coins I made offers on 5 months ago, but I no longer have the funds to make another run right now.
Not sure where I go next....I love the cc mint, as the Morgan cc’s were the first set I put together and an 84cc Morgan was the first real coin I remember saving for...so I am sure a cc mint will show up someday...
In reviewing my coins, I am not wowed by the type 3 $1 gold, nor the $3 gold, nor the $5 Liberty, so upgrades are possible, or perhaps a $10 no motto might get added. Most $10 no motto look a little different, want to say rough, or a rawer look, but that look is growing on me, especially CAC versions of the $10 no motto...The C and D mint are also on the list, but would need to sell some of my other non gold coins, as is a capped bust gold coin, but once again, that will take time and planning.
So, for those considering gold type sets , here is one version.
Congrats! That would be a great set to spend an evening with!
Great looking gold coins, asheland. A pleasure to look at the other sets posted, too.
Nice coins @SimpleCollector !
I still plan to replace them. I want a Saint in 66 and the type3 $20 to be a MS65. I am in no hurry and I know those coins, chosen carefully in those grades will satisfy. 
Sadly, I let two of my set go, the Saint and type 3 $20. So my set lacks at the moment. They were both coins I wanted to upgrade eventually, and at $2,000 an ounce, I let them go.
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@asheland I know the dilemma of selling, i let go a bunch of silver bars near the recent peak, and it allowed me to continue to pursue some items in this area and another area I collect.
Your feedback has helped as I always learn that there is more that I am missing. From your post, in addition to more mints, I will likely try to add a type 1 and type 2 Liberty $20.
I wish I could aspire to get higher grades, but nice looking coins at as small a premium over bullion is the sweet spot that I can live with, so I don’t anticipate anything over a 63 anytime soon.
Hopefully in another 3-6 months I will have another new coin or two and can provide the next update.
@SimpleCollector with patience, stuff from AU to MS63 can be found with tremendous eye appeal. Definitely wait for the right coins to come along!
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