My first 19th century proof silver !!!
I just picked up this awesome proof quarter at the Manchester coin expo, it is so beautiful π€©. I just cannot stop looking at it. It looks cameo to me and under the light it is blindingly reglective. I also got a really nice proof shield nickel that just looks awesome. I absolutely love 19th century proof coins πππ
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Please comment on what you think π
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That seated proof is really nice. I have to get my self one some day. Something about old proofs especially silver ones that just grab my attention.
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@Kliao said:
That seated proof is really nice. I have to get my self one some day. Something about old proofs especially silver ones that just grab my attention.Yea they are really cool, it was very expensive though, I chose to sell some of my valuable coins for it because I have a sweet tooth for proofs.
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The coin does have nice contrast and itβs pretty frosty, although with a number of hairlines in line with the grade. Also, Iβm going to try one more time here. The word is βveryβ. You keep spelling it βvaryβ.
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@david3142 said:
The coin does have nice contrast and itβs pretty frosty, although with a number of hairlines in line with the grade. Also, Iβm going to try one more time here. The word is βveryβ. You keep spelling it βvaryβ.I hear itβs actually quite common to see hairlines on proof coins from the 19th century especially because of the delicate surface and the fact that back then in the 19th century people physically handled the coins and likely wrapped there coins in cloth which likely caused some hairlines.
The Coin looks 1000% better in person than my pictures πππ
Also my bad on the βveryβ I fixed the typo. I have dyslexia so I appreciate when I get help on spelling, thank you π4 -
"I hear itβs actually quite common to see hairlines on proof coins from the 19th century especially because of the delicate surface and the fact that back then in the 19th century people physically handled the coins and likely wrapped there coins in cloth which likely caused some hairlines."
Exactly!! Normal wear and tear for a historical piece. That coin is gorgeous!
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This is my one and only 19th century proof. I got it to complete my 2c set as it's less expensive as a proof than a business strike.
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@koynekwest said:
This is my one and only 19th century proof. I got it to complete my 2c set as it's less expensive as a proof than a business strike.Thatβs a cool proof, a 2 cent proof is on my want list as well π
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Thanks!
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@markelman1125 said:
@Kliao said:
That seated proof is really nice. I have to get my self one some day. Something about old proofs especially silver ones that just grab my attention.Yea they are really cool, it was very expensive though, I chose to sell some of my valuable coins for it because I have a sweet tooth for proofs.
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Sweet pick up!!! And I love the fact that the coin shows are back.
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You did good, I like
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Beautiful proof coins... That quarter is really nice. Part of the attraction of the old proofs, is that they have survived so long in that condition. Cheers, RickO
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Very nice- and with CAC no less! I also prefer proofs except in the issues where none exist (pre-1818-ish).
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Nice looking quarter. Sometimes those hairlines are actually die polish lines. I also just picked up my first 19th century proof silver this year. Congrats on the new addition.
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@Floridafacelifter said:
Very nice- and with CAC no less! I also prefer proofs except in the issues where none exist (pre-1818-ish).All my graded small denominations are proofs. If itβs small I got to try to get the denomination in proof. They are just awesome to have π
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Very nice additions to you collection. Congratulations!!π
I believe I have a proof seated quarter in my collection, but need to double check.
Edit: yep, just checked my set and see I have a PF64 1880, but mine has toning.
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Very nice!!
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Aren't 19th century proof coins amazing?
I mean, seriously, the coin is nearly 140-years old and has what amounts to no more than trivial hairlines across its surfaces, which allows one to see the true depth of the original die work and the details put in by the engraver. I recall buying similar coins back in the 1980s or early 1990s and just being mesmerized by the flash and mirrors and overall quality of how they were produced. Additionally, since these were made in significant numbers (600-800 pieces or so at time of issue) and so few folks collect them by date, they are priced at very attractive levels as type coins.
This is a great niche.
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I think you did very well, those are both lovely coins.
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You had some great pickups at the Manchester show for sure. I looked at both of those pieces that you picked up and the Seated Quarter is amazing.
Congrats on your newps.
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Love that quarter! Great addition!
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Excellent pick-ups! As stated above, you did well with that quarter.
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@TomB said:
Aren't 19th century proof coins amazing?I mean, seriously, the coin is nearly 140-years old and has what amounts to no more than trivial hairlines across its surfaces, which allows one to see the true depth of the original die work and the details put in by the engraver. I recall buying similar coins back in the 1980s or early 1990s and just being mesmerized by the flash and mirrors and overall quality of how they were produced. Additionally, since these were made in significant numbers (600-800 pieces or so at time of issue) and so few folks collect them by date, they are priced at very attractive levels as type coins.
This is a great niche.
Ow cool, I always heard most of the hairlines where the result of 19th century storage and handling since back then people likely wrapped the coins in cloth to preserve them.
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beauties!
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@csdot said:
Very nice additions to you collection. Congratulations!!πI believe I have a proof seated quarter in my collection, but need to double check.
Edit: yep, just checked my set and see I have a PF64 1880, but mine has toning.
Thatβs cool π, want to post a picture as well, I curious to see your proof as well π
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