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Re: Kennedy Question -- Oh, Russ ---
Michael, It is only that much if it is a DCAM which, again, is extremely hard to make. Take a look at this coin: That one just makes the "CAM" designation. Russ, NCNE -
Re: Kennedy Question -- Oh, Russ ---
If the '67 SMS is really a DCAM (and, they are VERY tough to do), than it's worth slabbing at any grade. If the 1970-S will grade at PR67 or higher (and it's a DCAM), it's worth submitting. Edited to note that the major reason it's hard to make a DCAM in the SMS coins is precisely because of a lack of depth in the mirrors,… -
Kennedy Question -- Oh, Russ ---
I just picked up a 67 SMS and a 70 Proof set, both Kennedy's are DCAMS, the question is should I have these slabbed? Are they worth anything if they're not 69s? The 70 has 2 small dots in the mirrors which might make it a 68 unless the graders are a little more lenient with this year. I have a 68-S 68DCAM that is no where… -
Re: Kennedy Question -- Oh, Russ ---
Michael, Without having the coins in hand, it's impossible to say whether or not they'd benefit from a dip. Some do, some don't, it just depends on the nature of the surface contaminants. I have to actually examine the coin in person to know. << <i>But then again, the 68 68DCAM I have sucks compared to this coin, so who… -
Re: Kennedy Question -- Oh, Russ ---
<< <i>Will the mirrors not being as deep as a normal proof keep the grade lower? >> No, but they may keep it out of a deep cameo holder. << <i>As for the 70, there's no doubt in my mind that this is at least a 67. The SMS 67 should go 67/68. What are the current prices for these coins? >> The 1970-S in 67DCAM, $25 to $35,… -
Re: Kennedy Question -- Oh, Russ ---
Well, I guess based on the rarity of this type of coin, PCGS is quite picking which coins get the CAM vs. DCAM designation. My 67 is very similar to that coin. The mirrors might not be strong enough to get it to a DCAM. But for $10, I guess I should give it a try. Worse that happens is that it comes back a 66 CAM and I… -
Re: Kennedy Question -- Oh, Russ ---
Wow! I gotta get out the loupe again and take another look. I can't believe a SMS could be so much. Thanks! Michael -
Re: Kennedy Question -- Oh, Russ ---
The 67 SMS looks like numerous other DCAMs I have made, frosty cameo, all the letters are nice and frosty. The only questionable area is the where Kennedy's nose meets his cheek and eye. A very slight break, that's all and you really have to look closely. Otherwise, nice mirrors, no haze, spots or toning. The obverse is…
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