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I agree with this with a few important caveats. Most coins can be graded accurately using just the Trueview. Play GTG with a random assortment of Trueviews and you'll be close on most! The problem is… (View Post)2 -
Re: Post an old friend
I haven't been collecting for many decades, but here's a different sort of "Old Friend" from the ANA in Philadelphia. (View Post)14 -
Re: Recent advice from an advanced collector: “Don’t ever be an underbidder.” Ouch!
I usually estimate "fair value" of a coin and bid a few extra increments depending on how well it fits my collection. By definition "fair value" includes adjustments for eye appea… (View Post)3 -
Re: How do you differentiate denominations from pictures only on draped bust coins?
The denticles don't scale with the diameter of the coin. The higher denominations have more denticles. Also higher denominations tend to have more, but smaller, bag marks. Lower denominations tend to… (View Post)2 -
Re: Last Long Beach Show? - Update PCGS Irvine CA Show Oct 22-24, 2025 (in comments)
Phoenix and Dallas both have ample flights from the West and would be excellent compromise show locations. Phoenix is basically a California hub these days anyway, as California is too congested for … (View Post)1