The 1879 is one of my favorite dates. It has the fancy digits, like the 1877, but it more common and a lot cheaper.
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@thebeav said:
Lovely........Looks more 'R' than 'B'........
On my screen, the majority of the obverse looks primarily BN and the reverse, RB. Color aside, the surfaces look very clean and the eye-appeal, most pleasing.
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Exceptionally clean surfaces for an MS 65. The ones I've seen typically have a contact mark on one of the raised points of the coin or a small, noticeable spot somewhere.
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@thebeav said:
Lovely........Looks more 'R' than 'B'........
On my screen, the majority of the obverse looks primarily BN and the reverse, RB. Color aside, the surfaces look very clean and the eye-appeal, most pleasing.
Mark, if you saw this coin in hand, it would change your opinion.The obverse has incredible luster and is semi proof like. Color is 70% red with brown mixed in. Perhaps these new pics will give you a better perspective, maybe not. Your call.
@thebeav said:
Lovely........Looks more 'R' than 'B'........
On my screen, the majority of the obverse looks primarily BN and the reverse, RB. Color aside, the surfaces look very clean and the eye-appeal, most pleasing.
Mark, if you saw this coin in hand, it would change your opinion.The obverse has incredible luster and is semi proof like. Color is 70% red with brown mixed in. Perhaps these new pics will give you a better perspective, maybe not. Your call.
Zack, if those additional pictures are more representative of the true color, I don’t need to see the coin in hand to change my mind.😉 That’s even better!
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That's a really nice piece, must look fantastic in hand.
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Congrats on the newp. It looks very nice!
I am a newer collector (started April 2020), and I primarily focus on U.S. Half Cents and Type Coins. Early copper is my favorite.
The 1879 is one of my favorite dates. It has the fancy digits, like the 1877, but it more common and a lot cheaper.
Nice one Zack!
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Nice Coin!
That’s a “K” coin in my book - a Keeper. Nice pickup!
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Lovely........Looks more 'R' than 'B'........
Before even opening this thread, I knew I was going to like the coin. And I surely do--it's really nice!
On my screen, the majority of the obverse looks primarily BN and the reverse, RB. Color aside, the surfaces look very clean and the eye-appeal, most pleasing.
Mark Feld* of Heritage Auctions*Unless otherwise noted, my posts here represent my personal opinions.
Tough date with GEM surfaces.
Sweet pickup!
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Nice!
God comes first in everything I do. I’m dedicated to serving Him with my whole life. Coin collecting is just a hobby—but even in that, I seek to honor Him. ✝️
Exceptionally clean surfaces for an MS 65. The ones I've seen typically have a contact mark on one of the raised points of the coin or a small, noticeable spot somewhere.
"Seu cabra da peste,
"Sou Mangueira......."
Mark, if you saw this coin in hand, it would change your opinion.The obverse has incredible luster and is semi proof like. Color is 70% red with brown mixed in. Perhaps these new pics will give you a better perspective, maybe not. Your call.


Zack, if those additional pictures are more representative of the true color, I don’t need to see the coin in hand to change my mind.😉 That’s even better!
Mark Feld* of Heritage Auctions*Unless otherwise noted, my posts here represent my personal opinions.
Nice, I wouldn't kick it out of bed for eating crackers.
That's a really nice piece, must look fantastic in hand.
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Thanks. It really does.