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Re: I wish they had let Barber make this 1st design for the Barber Half Dollar J1766
To me, it would look good if it was the pattern obverse - minus the eagle behind Liberty, just imagine it gone - combined with the regular design reverse. . . Smithsonian image and info here: https:/… (View Post)1 -
Anyone else have concerns with the way these raw coins are handled in these videos?
The problem to me is when they show the edge and spin the coin between the fingers, even though gloved, it seems like a needless risk of imparting hairlines. Don't recall seeing it done this way befo… (View Post)4 -
Re: Hi Everyone, First Post! Overgraded NGC 1858-s $20 Liberty?
Yes that is who did the set. I recall seeing it displayed at a show and seems like it was used for marketing in ads for a while. It was auctioned in January 2002 by Heritage. Seems like some went for… (View Post)1 -
Re: Winner or Loser ? (uncertified auction purchase via photo only) [in-hand pictures added]
Interpreting the photo, I will say it is some level of Uncirculated with a weaker than usual central strike. That flatness led someone to undergrade it. Looking at how high the current prices are, th… (View Post)1 -
Re: Reholder a PCGS COIN with green label
Just get a slabbed 2021 Morgan, duct tape 'em together and ya gots yer own 2 piecer. :) (View Post)2