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Re: Hannes Tulving set fresh from hiding for 30 years
While he was widely considered a crook, I have heard that his grading was ultra-conservative, even beyond PCGS rattler standards. Let us know if the coins in the box confirm this sentiment. That &quo… (View Post)1 -
Re: What is your deal breaker in buying a coin
I'm at a show or a brick & mortar shop, inquire about an item with a price marked on it, decide I want to buy it at the marked price without haggling, and then the seller raises the price. Goodby… (View Post)2 -
Re: Post your beautifully toned Prooflike coins here....
Beautifully toned proof or PL coins are among the most difficult to photograph accurately, IMHO. PCGS MS65 (View Post)6 -
Re: Has anybody ever heard of the 1842-O large date Seated Quarter - eagle with 'Open Claws' variety?
It wasn't on my radar either. This date is scarce enough in its own right that I haven't really had an opportunity to study the die marriages. The trouble with rare Seated 25c varieties is that only … (View Post)2 -
Re: Newp: 1839-o Halfdime, I Overpaid (?), Popularity is Everything, GTG (= PCGS MS62)
1839-o half dimes are really difficult to locate in MS. The PCGS Population report has always pointed to them as an underrated date in MS. I guess there aren't enough people collecting Seated h10c se… (View Post)1