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I have always wondered if this illustrious individual also concocted this unique rarity. A couple of my associates looked into it but hit a brick wall. Since he advertised the 1913 Nickels, he likely… (View Post)

Speaking of overstrikes involving 2 countries, years apart, different denominations, intentionally made and certified, here is a Mexico 1916 Oaxaca Gold 60 Pesos struck on a U.S. $10 Liberty (1838-19… (View Post)

It’s not 100 years later, and it isn’t even a coin, but even PCGS made a point saying that this electotype was said to be made at the Mint! And even put it on the insert! It makes a huge difference i… (View Post)

Ok here is my next story. Back in 2005 at a major coin show, I stopped at Tom Caldwell’s table (NorthEast Numismatics). I have known Tom for 40 years. He is very knowledgeable and a well liked and re… (View Post)

I will post a new story today. This one is about genuine Mint dies, taken out of the Mint, and were struck over struck coins. They were certified without the proper designation, since they were not s… (View Post)