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That's some stable toning... (View Post)

With the goofy crude detail, I was figuring a contemporary counterfeit or Italian imitation. Wasn't even aware this issue existed. How long were they made - and were there others done in other German… (View Post)

Agreed. That's planchet stress presenting as ghosting of the legend. (View Post)

As a standalone comparison, there are ABSOLUTELY far more 1824Mo hookneck 8R than 1824Mo upright eagle 8R out there. However, as a TYPE - Hooknecks are obviously many times rarer than upright eagles … (View Post)

The hammer prices on some of these tonight, though... Clearly this is a great overall collection, but geez. From what I see from the photos, the envelope toning is generally a little thick for my per… (View Post)