I bought it and just found out it came from a world class large cent collection.Original owner had it for over 10 years and turns out to be a friend of mine.
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<< <i>I bought it and just found out it came from a world class large cent collection.Original owner had it for over 10 years and turns out to be a friend of mine. >>
Coin may actually be a proof with weak mirrors,but at the least,semi- PL.That would explain the toning better as well.Either way i am thrilled to own it.
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As a 66RB looks to be undergraded if anything. I see some of those NGC MS67BN large cents and have to shake my head.
While the color is unusual I would have bought it as well. But that doesn't mean I would unconditionally state the color is 100% NT. Copper coloration is not one of my strong areas. First impression is "neat."
<< <i>Great luster,lots of original mint red,and old fatty slab. >>
Old fatty slab = stable coin.
If you like the color, it has a good chance that it will looking like that with proper storage.
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<< <i>....cross it to PCGS and see what they think >>
Who cares? You people get SO hung up on one service's opinion. I keep telling you a monopoly in the coin certification business IS NOT to your advantage. Monopolies are NEVER good for consumers when there are opportunities for market competition.
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<< <i>Bill,Already in an intercept shield holder.Thanks. >>
An Intercept Shield won't save you if the coin has chemical cleaning crud on it. An old slab is a better indicator of stability than any chemical preservation device.
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In this case it is one of those unusual case where it does not matter if the coin is “processed” or natural. If it was “processed” the “process” worked. The coin is attractive, and since it’s in an old holder, it has a reasonable chance of staying that way.
Retired dealer and avid collector of U.S. type coins, 19th century presidential campaign medalets and selected medals. In recent years I have been working on a set of British coins - at least one coin from each king or queen who issued pieces that are collectible. I am also collecting at least one coin for each Roman emperor from Julius Caesar to ... ?
<< <i>In this case it is one of those unusual case where it does not matter if the coin is “processed” or natural. If it was “processed” the “process” worked. The coin is attractive, and since it’s in an old holder, it has a reasonable chance of staying that way. >>
So, you'd say that it is "market acceptable" (hopefully I don't stir up any rightious indignation with that comment)
Without seeing it in person, I can't say that it has been "processed." It could be 100% original. But with coins with this look, a bit of work can't be ruled out. Still it looks very attractive and it should stay that way. So I don't see a problem with it.
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<< <i>Bill,Already in an intercept shield holder.Thanks. >>
An Intercept Shield won't save you if the coin has chemical cleaning crud on it. An old slab is a better indicator of stability than any chemical preservation device. >>
The old fatty holder holder was what made the buy a no brainer to me.Finest large cent i have ever seen.Bill,you are so right about the plastic.NGC has graded some world class collections as well as PCGS BTW,for those PCGS fans.I always buy the coin,not the holder.
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<< <i>Cool, I don't see it on thier website, did you buy it ? >>
If he did, it would fit really well. Nice and colourful. Strike is great too. Is that a break in the field at 1:00?
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<< <i>I bought it and just found out it came from a world class large cent collection.Original owner had it for over 10 years and turns out to be a friend of mine.
Cool, congrats.
Don't find 'em like that everyday.
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While the color is unusual I would have bought it as well. But that doesn't mean I would unconditionally state the color is 100% NT.
Copper coloration is not one of my strong areas. First impression is "neat."
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<< <i>Great luster,lots of original mint red,and old fatty slab.
Old fatty slab = stable coin.
If you like the color, it has a good chance that it will looking like that with proper storage.
Dang Lloyd,I'd love to see your collection in person someday!
Hayden, you'd better start buying the depends right now. I had the privilege of seeing part of Lloyds collection, and it is amazing.
I'm amazed at the negativity about this coin. I think it's incredible. Looks like a proof! I'd love to own it.
<< <i>....cross it to PCGS and see what they think >>
I dont care what they think,and frankly i love old NGC fatty slabs,as well as PCGS rattler holders.Bill,Already in an intercept shield holder.Thanks.
<< <i>....cross it to PCGS and see what they think >>
Who cares? You people get SO hung up on one service's opinion. I keep telling you a monopoly in the coin certification business IS NOT to your advantage. Monopolies are NEVER good for consumers when there are opportunities for market competition.
<< <i>Bill,Already in an intercept shield holder.Thanks. >>
An Intercept Shield won't save you if the coin has chemical cleaning crud on it. An old slab is a better indicator of stability than any chemical preservation device.
We sold it and it is toned. That seems to be enough to start controversy.
<< <i>In this case it is one of those unusual case where it does not matter if the coin is “processed” or natural. If it was “processed” the “process” worked. The coin is attractive, and since it’s in an old holder, it has a reasonable chance of staying that way. >>
So, you'd say that it is "market acceptable" (hopefully I don't stir up any rightious indignation with that comment)
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<< <i>Bill,Already in an intercept shield holder.Thanks. >>
An Intercept Shield won't save you if the coin has chemical cleaning crud on it. An old slab is a better indicator of stability than any chemical preservation device. >>
The old fatty holder holder was what made the buy a no brainer to me.Finest large cent i have ever seen.Bill,you are so right about the plastic.NGC has graded some world class collections as well as PCGS BTW,for those PCGS fans.I always buy the coin,not the holder.