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Re: Need help identifying a Brunk Counterstamp #
The single previously reported Daily c/s was also curved so for now we can assume that it is the same c/s. The length of time between the dates of the host coins (1838 & 1893, not considering wea… (View Post)3 -
Re: Steve Hayden's last auction was his highest grossing ever!
Really sweet miniatures Dave. (View Post)1 -
Re: Any coin shops to visit in Manhattan?
For an experience unlike any other, try Paul Bosco in the Manhattan Art & Antiques Center (1050 2nd Ave. at 56th St). A small shop with numismatic material PHD'd (piled higher and deeper), heavil… (View Post)4 -
Re: Interesting encased Indian Head Cent on eBay last night
Several potential giveaways on this piece: -- the gap between the coin and the holder around most of the obverse and reverse -- when encased are struck the coin is loose in the center hole and the fr… (View Post)12 -
Re: Interesting encased Indian Head Cent on eBay last night
Definitely a rare merchant but that is a lot of money for a damaged piece (replaced cent). Most experienced exonumia collectors quickly shy away from encased pieces with replaced coins. (View Post)3