grade the raw Walker (a modest eBay score) (grade results)
DennisH
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I was trolling for an upgrade for the VF25-ish 1935-S in my album and got this for $8.76 on eBay. 
What grade does it look to you?
What grade does it look to you?
When in doubt, don't.
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I've been told I tolerate fools poorly...that may explain things if I have a problem with you. Current ebay items - Nothing at the moment
Can you get better pics of the date? The 5 looks interesting.
Aggie
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<< <i>What's going on with the '5' in the date? >>
With my 12x loupe it appears to be either a very, very eerily perfect, right in the middle, edge whack from another coin... or a small strike-through.
Most of the 'wear' on the obverse is actually due to a weak strike, as the 35S is notorious for this (not as bad as some of the S mints from the 40's, though). I base most of my assessment on the eagle's neck feathers, as this area is RARELY affected by strike. I would want to see a little more detail overall, and a little more luster, to make AU. But it is a nice original coin, with luster present, and a very nice pick up for the price paid. This is a very tough date to find in true full AU. I see a lot more Unc's of this date than AU's; but the same can be said for a number of the mm issues from the 1930's.
I wouldn't get it slabbed, but that's me.
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They said XF40.
I still like it and I still think the "5" is cool and weird at the same time
I've been told I tolerate fools poorly...that may explain things if I have a problem with you. Current ebay items - Nothing at the moment
On the bright side, it should easily sticker
The 35S Walker is one of my favorite "sleeper" coins in the series. You did "VERY WELL" for 8 bucks and change.
AS Walkerguy21D stated, it is extremely hard to find with original skin [ patina] in the AU grade.
For a mid grade set, your coin fits exceptionally well. Congrats on a fine pickup. Bob [supertooth]
<< <i>Since ad4400 and I school each other fairly regularly on grading walkers, I agree with his assessment, high end XF, very close to AU.
Most of the 'wear' on the obverse is actually due to a weak strike, as the 35S is notorious for this (not as bad as some of the S mints from the 40's, though). I base most of my assessment on the eagle's neck feathers, as this area is RARELY affected by strike. I would want to see a little more detail overall, and a little more luster, to make AU. But it is a nice original coin, with luster present, and a very nice pick up for the price paid. This is a very tough date to find in true full AU. I see a lot more Unc's of this date than AU's; but the same can be said for a number of the mm issues from the 1930's. >>
In honor of the memory of Cpl. Michael E. Thompson
<< <i>Nice freakin' coin! >>
Before I peeked at the grade, I was torn between 35 and 40, would have probably guessed 35 to be conservative (dont know the series)