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I have the exact same copy stand, I think. I set mine up a bit differently, but it's the same idea. Try to get the lights as close to the lens as possible (high-angle lighting). I use halogens a… (View Post)

The nose it a bit flat (as usual), but it looks pretty nice to me. Minimal hits, nice detail, slightly subdued luster. MS64, shot 64+. (View Post)

My priorities would be: A - a coin that I like. B - PCGS grade, assuming I agree with it C - PS D - CAC But why not have all four? (View Post)

These days, lots of coins with minor wear are showing up in 62 holders. Mostly, these are attractive coins. In earlier days of TPG grading, it was much harder to find pretty 62s. (View Post)

The 34-D shows signs of circulation, and looks flat - like it doesn’t have any mint luster. Below about MS63, I don’t see a reason it should be graded/slabbed. Maybe it looks different in-hand? The M… (View Post)