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      Re: This 1880/79-O VAM-4 is destined for regrade at either PCGS or NGC. What would you predict?i.e., it's in a fancy 2x2 someone wrote MS66 on. The haze is worrisome, and there's a patch of friction on the tip of the bust. Bust it out, treat with acetone as mentioned, and post better pics if y… (View Post)1
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      Re: TPG encapsulates and then "unencapsulates" Trade Dollar with Manji chop markThe chopmark on the coin briefly shown was oriented correctly for manji. (View Post)2
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      Re: Anyone know what these PCGS "Trader Bea" holders are (promotional item, dealer bulk sub, ....)?This is a promotional slab design negotiated between a dealer and PCGS. I find it hideous and would have to discount the coin by the reholdering fee. I imagine there are also dealers who would do the… (View Post)4
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      Re: Gold Coins with Numismatic Value to hoard?While I can appreciate the desire to regularly invest money in some asset, I'm having a problem reconciling "hoarding" with "numismatic value" being used together. When I think of… (View Post)8
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      Re: Original Surfaces on Old SlabsPlastX, soft rag, elbow grease. (View Post)5
