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Re: Show me your Common coins with Uncommon Designations
I think this can depend on the era the coin was minted in. If it was last 100 years I think it's not uncommon to see them in their original state or close to it. And if they are stripped it isn't as … (View Post)1 -
What is a "Cheap Coin" that was difficult to find for your collection?
So I collect shillings and one of each Monarch. This means there are some relatively recent ones that can be difficult to find unique examples of. For me this was the one: This coin cost me $10. It's… (View Post)13 -
Re: The Stendebach Collection of Spanish Colonial 8Rs and World Coins at Stack's Bowers Jan NYC Auction
Incredible stuff you've got up for sale there. That cab is one heck of a 63. 1784 is really lovely. 1787..... tons of great portraits. Makes me wish I collected Mexico. Good luck!!! (View Post)1 -
Re: Coin Grading Shootout
I wholeheartedly agree and even as John Albanese has said in interviews. He uses a grading set to constantly re-calibrate and will even come back to work on some off days to review coins to stay shar… (View Post)2 -
Re: Tempted to dip my toes in the proverbial "Dark Side" water
Hi & welcome to the Dark side! Even if you're just browsing haha. * I enjoy world coins for the prices VS US. I never gave up US coins my wallet did. I can build sets and buy cons more frequently… (View Post)2