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I agree with tradedollarnut. A later 1860s restrike or novodel much like the 1801-03 proof restrike Bust dollars or novodels. Worth perhaps 1/3rd the value of an “ original striking “ which itself is… (View Post)

I completely agree with the VF-35 grade… when I first saw the beaver $5, I mentally graded it as VF-35. While it is true that pioneer gold was often struck on poorly prepared gold planchets with dies… (View Post)

Decades ago on the Long Beach coin show bourse floor, I personally watched San Diego dealer Harlan White ( long deceased ) standing in the aisle, raise his arm above his head, loudly yelling a profan… (View Post)

I don't think anyone has experienced their “ worst show experience “ YET. With global warming becoming a significant weather factor like tornadoes, hurricanes, flooding and uncontrolled massive fires… (View Post)

We had mixed feelings about attending, much less setting up at the OKC ANA. Talked with many others who were hesitating. OKC and vicinity a “ coin town “ ? Oklahoma and its surrounding area a hub for… (View Post)