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The case for $3 gold commemoratives
A classic $3 gold piece contains 40% less gold than a modern $5 gold commem. A classic $3 gold piece has 90% of the design area of a modern $5 gold commem. The rising price of gold has destroyed the … (View Post)3 -
Re: Green Beans On PO1 Slabs
The PR04 coin I saw in an eBay listing was an 1895 Morgan. Both that one and yours were proof-only coins. By the time they are worn down that far, I wonder if it's possible to tell whether a coin sta… (View Post)1 -
Re: Green Beans On PO1 Slabs
To me "original" means not tampered with - not cleaned, dipped, defaced, or artificially enhanced or toned. Bagmarks from contact with other coins is acceptable, as is toning attributable t… (View Post)1 -
Re: Green Beans On PO1 Slabs
I'd like to see a PO01+ grade. (View Post)7 -
Re: 1871 ‘Trade Dollar’ — found one in my stuff
> Congratulations, you have the rare "pingless" variety! (View Post)1