I took this coin to Baltimore with me last week and a couple guys whom i showed it to were saying ef-45 maybe 50. I also asked a PCGS grader that I know and he said 50/50 on the slab. So what I would like is other opinions about it. I appreciate everyone here who has responded.
From the images, the coin appears to have the detail of an EF-40. The detail in Ms. Liberty's head is not strong enough and the eagle's talons are a bit too worn to warrant a higher grade. The surfaces look a bit odd as if it has been cleaned and retoned. With that said, I would have to see the piece in hand to give a more accurate opinion as to whether or not it would be returned in a body bag.
Nice detail, however, on this underrated, low-mintage coin.
Lane
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Looks XF40. Not sure it would slab though. One day it would and another day it would BB. I've had two 20 cent pieces in my collecting, and both were 1876. I like the date. I'd keep it raw. Nice album coin for the right person.
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Nice coin.
Steve
sweet 76...i see in the vf range
would it slab...halo's can be concerning and couldn't tell ya from that pic
From a stand point of wear this coin looks like a high end AU. I can't tell if it is cleaned and retoned, but my gut reaction is that it is original.
Of course I could be wrong.
njcc
Look at Heritage, they have an 1876 AU details up right now- it looks similar to your coin.
JJ
Ray
<< <i>I don't think the luster is there to get it in AU plastic.
JJ >>
Right-O!
I'll switch to an EF.
Ray
Nice detail, however, on this underrated, low-mintage coin.
Lane
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Regardless of the technical grade, I like the appearance of the coin.