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Re: Hairlines on a gem CAC-approved gold dollar **UPDATE 5/30: Back from CAC**
Update: I sent this coin into CAC for Reconsideration for a gold sticker. While I figured the likelihood of an upgrade was low (less than 5%), I had some other coins to send in and I was curious what JA would say. It returned with a taped, handwritten note from JA that says “Great eye appeal! obv lines”, referrring to the… -
Re: Hairlines on a gem CAC-approved gold dollar **UPDATE 5/30: Back from CAC**
I wish I hadn't missed this thread, but I agree with the sentiment expressed by several and I think @pursuitofliberty nailed it with his first comment. As stated, ALL grading is net grading....to a degree. The way I see it, there needs to be a line drawn somewhere, and for me, that "somewhere" often is when it would have… -
Re: Hairlines on a gem CAC-approved gold dollar **UPDATE 5/30: Back from CAC**
I’m 99.9% sure that my coin was struck from both the same obverse and reverse dies as this PR66 example I pulled from CoinFacts, as multiple die markers on each align perfectly. The reverse is JD-2, which is confirmed as also being used to strike circulation strikes. This would support what Bill said about there being… -
Re: Hairlines on a gem CAC-approved gold dollar **UPDATE 5/30: Back from CAC**
It's a coincidence you mentioned 66+ as a comparison, as I just came across this MS66+ CAC example—which I am 100% sure is of the same obverse & reverse die pairing—that sold on Stacks in 2023. The TrueView suggests the coin may have similar hairlines to my coin, although of course the extent cannot be confirmed without… -
Hairlines on a gem CAC-approved gold dollar **UPDATE 5/30: Back from CAC**
I recently added this type coin to my set, upgrading from an 1888 MS63 (non-CAC). I chose this coin because the photos indicated it would be a semi-proof like specimen with the eye appeal of a superb gem, and that was correct (see the linked video). However, in-hand there are noticeable hairlines, primarily in the obverse… -
Re: Hairlines on a gem CAC-approved gold dollar **UPDATE 5/30: Back from CAC**
Not really a one size fits all answer for this situation, but these are my thoughts. 1) I dislike market/net grading in general, but this coin is one of those exceptions as it is so very nice that to details grade it seems a shame. I am more old school and would prefer the grade reflect the state of preservation and then… -
Re: Hairlines on a gem CAC-approved gold dollar **UPDATE 5/30: Back from CAC**
Where did I say I’m not happy with the coin? The auction house (GC) has a return policy, but it states they must be notified within 24 hours of receipt, so even if I wanted to return it, that window has long passed. -
Re: Hairlines on a gem CAC-approved gold dollar **UPDATE 5/30: Back from CAC**
I suspect that you might be having 2nd thoughts because you posted it here for opinions and now your on an emotional trip. I dont like seeing someone getting twisted up becasue of others opinions. -
Re: Hairlines on a gem CAC-approved gold dollar **UPDATE 5/30: Back from CAC**
Like @PocketChange says, back in 2018 when I was looking for a nice Type 3 Gold Dollar for my Gold Type Set, buying one from 1889 allowed me to buy a higher grade based on my budget, compared to other dates. I bought mine from Dan and Katherine Duncan, from their old “Pinnacle Rarities”. The main photo shows the great… -
Re: Hairlines on a gem CAC-approved gold dollar **UPDATE 5/30: Back from CAC**
I'm not "stuck" on buying CAC approved coins. I only used the CAC guide as a relative pricing comparison. The PCGS guide shows similar price differentials for the 1880 and 1881, although the 1882 is a bit better at 21% higher. That's great that you paid a premium for the 1880, but typically type collectors try to maximize…
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