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I suspect that pre-internet collectors spent more time actually looking at their coins. Today, we have a lot of technology advantages - blown up photos, CoinFacts, this and other forums. So more info… (View Post)

If Territorials are an acceptable answer, that would probably be first choice. I would also probably consult with Boosibri, Mr Eureka and John Agre to get some ideas from people who have already bran… (View Post)

For the half eagles: Lot of EF 45’s. Lot of gaps (one coin between 1861 and 72-S). Looks consistent with hypothesis that the higher graded stuff has been auctioned. (View Post)

That’s a very nice 63 for a difficult date. Oreville might have the nicest one in existence (ex Jack Lee). To hazard a guess, yours might be grade limited to 63 by luster. (View Post)

I am a fan of a GC and Ian - customer- friendly and always responsive. That said, I wish CoinFacts had GC results. But it’s Ian’s data and I understand why he would want to drive traffic to GC’s webs… (View Post)