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1806 Draped Bust Half Cent, PCGS VF30 BN, Small 6 No Stems variety. Paid $238.35 at eBay 7/29/2012
1806 Draped Bust Half Cent, PCGS VF30 BN, Small 6 No Stems variety. Paid $238.35 at eBay 7/29/2012
1806 Draped Bust Half Cent, PCGS VF30 BN, Small 6 No Stems variety. Paid $238.35 at eBay 7/29/2012
1806 Draped Bust Half Cent, PCGS VF30 BN, Small 6 No Stems variety. Paid $238.35 at eBay 7/29/2012
1806 Draped Bust Half Cent, PCGS VF30 BN, Small 6 No Stems variety. Paid $238.35 at eBay 7/29/2012
1793 Wreath Cent, Vine & Bars Edge, S-6 R3, PCGS F15, ex-Dr Mark Cadden collection. Purchased at auction 9/26/2021 from Ira & Larry Goldberg Coins & Collectibles, Sale No 123, Lot No 488. High-bid hammer price $6,250 + $1,250 (20% commission) + $35 shipping = $7,535.00 total. At time of purchase, the PCGS retail value for a normal (non-variety) 1793 Wreath Cent, Vine & Bars Edge was $7,500, but, the S-6 variety had a PCGS retail of $8,000. Most Wreath cents of this quality sell for around $6,000, but are not often available for sale. Overpaid by > $1,000, since got in last-minute bidding war which upped the hammer price by $500 from $5,750 to $6,250, not counting the 20% premium. Lot Description: 793 S-6 R3 Wreath Cent, Vine & Bars Edge PCGS graded F15. Very attractive glossy medium brown and chocolate with lighter frosty brown and tan in protected areas. The surfaces are perfectly smooth, void of any hint of corrosion or verdigris. There are a few light contact marks including a pair of fine scratches under the bust tip, a half dozen more under the lower curls, and one more below the D in UNITED. None of these marks is visible to the unaided eye and this piece has superior eye appeal for the grade. The date and legends are complete and bold. EDS, Breen die state I, with just a faint hint of swelling in the field behind the portrait. Our grade is F12+. The attribution and Dr. Cadden Collection provenance are noted on the PCGS label. Estimated Value > $5,000. Ex Shawn Yancey 8/16/2020, ex-Dr. Mark Cadden 9/26/2021
1793 Wreath Cent, Vine & Bars Edge, S-6 R3, PCGS F15, ex-Dr Mark Cadden collection. Purchased at auction 9/26/2021 from Ira & Larry Goldberg Coins & Collectibles, Sale No 123, Lot No 488. High-bid hammer price $6,250 + $1,250 (20% commission) + $35 shipping = $7,535.00 total. At time of purchase, the PCGS retail value for a normal (non-variety) 1793 Wreath Cent, Vine & Bars Edge was $7,500, but, the S-6 variety had a PCGS retail of $8,000. Most Wreath cents of this quality sell for around $6,000, but are not often available for sale. Overpaid by > $1,000, since got in last-minute bidding war which upped the hammer price by $500 from $5,750 to $6,250, not counting the 20% premium. Lot Description: 793 S-6 R3 Wreath Cent, Vine & Bars Edge PCGS graded F15. Very attractive glossy medium brown and chocolate with lighter frosty brown and tan in protected areas. The surfaces are perfectly smooth, void of any hint of corrosion or verdigris. There are a few light contact marks including a pair of fine scratches under the bust tip, a half dozen more under the lower curls, and one more below the D in UNITED. None of these marks is visible to the unaided eye and this piece has superior eye appeal for the grade. The date and legends are complete and bold. EDS, Breen die state I, with just a faint hint of swelling in the field behind the portrait. Our grade is F12+. The attribution and Dr. Cadden Collection provenance are noted on the PCGS label. Estimated Value > $5,000. Ex Shawn Yancey 8/16/2020, ex-Dr. Mark Cadden 9/26/2021
1793 Wreath Cent, Vine & Bars Edge, S-6 R3, PCGS F15, ex-Dr Mark Cadden collection. Purchased at auction 9/26/2021 from Ira & Larry Goldberg Coins & Collectibles, Sale No 123, Lot No 488. High-bid hammer price $6,250 + $1,250 (20% commission) + $35 shipping = $7,535.00 total. At time of purchase, the PCGS retail value for a normal (non-variety) 1793 Wreath Cent, Vine & Bars Edge was $7,500, but, the S-6 variety had a PCGS retail of $8,000. Most Wreath cents of this quality sell for around $6,000, but are not often available for sale. Overpaid by > $1,000, since got in last-minute bidding war which upped the hammer price by $500 from $5,750 to $6,250, not counting the 20% premium. Lot Description: 793 S-6 R3 Wreath Cent, Vine & Bars Edge PCGS graded F15. Very attractive glossy medium brown and chocolate with lighter frosty brown and tan in protected areas. The surfaces are perfectly smooth, void of any hint of corrosion or verdigris. There are a few light contact marks including a pair of fine scratches under the bust tip, a half dozen more under the lower curls, and one more below the D in UNITED. None of these marks is visible to the unaided eye and this piece has superior eye appeal for the grade. The date and legends are complete and bold. EDS, Breen die state I, with just a faint hint of swelling in the field behind the portrait. Our grade is F12+. The attribution and Dr. Cadden Collection provenance are noted on the PCGS label. Estimated Value > $5,000. Ex Shawn Yancey 8/16/2020, ex-Dr. Mark Cadden 9/26/2021
1793 Wreath Cent, Vine & Bars Edge, S-6 R3, PCGS F15, ex-Dr Mark Cadden collection. Purchased at auction 9/26/2021 from Ira & Larry Goldberg Coins & Collectibles, Sale No 123, Lot No 488. High-bid hammer price $6,250 + $1,250 (20% commission) + $35 shipping = $7,535.00 total. At time of purchase, the PCGS retail value for a normal (non-variety) 1793 Wreath Cent, Vine & Bars Edge was $7,500, but, the S-6 variety had a PCGS retail of $8,000. Most Wreath cents of this quality sell for around $6,000, but are not often available for sale. Overpaid by > $1,000, since got in last-minute bidding war which upped the hammer price by $500 from $5,750 to $6,250, not counting the 20% premium. Lot Description: 793 S-6 R3 Wreath Cent, Vine & Bars Edge PCGS graded F15. Very attractive glossy medium brown and chocolate with lighter frosty brown and tan in protected areas. The surfaces are perfectly smooth, void of any hint of corrosion or verdigris. There are a few light contact marks including a pair of fine scratches under the bust tip, a half dozen more under the lower curls, and one more below the D in UNITED. None of these marks is visible to the unaided eye and this piece has superior eye appeal for the grade. The date and legends are complete and bold. EDS, Breen die state I, with just a faint hint of swelling in the field behind the portrait. Our grade is F12+. The attribution and Dr. Cadden Collection provenance are noted on the PCGS label. Estimated Value > $5,000. Ex Shawn Yancey 8/16/2020, ex-Dr. Mark Cadden 9/26/2021
1794 Large Cent PCGS F15 OGH, with head "style of 1795". Excellent type coin, with readily visible devices due to "two-tone" patina on obverse. Dealer's description: "1794 Liberty Cap Cent PCGS F15 Sheldon 41 R4. Caramel surfaces and excellent eye appeal on this collectible type coin. This is the Sheldon 41 variety of the 1794 cent. It is regarded as one of the most beautiful of the 1794 cents. The reverse die crack is advanced, accounting for the weaker detail in this area." ("the die variety accounts for the central weakness on reverse"). The reverse has illegible "One Cent" in middle, which dealer claimed was a "weak strike", but I wonder if it might instead be simply wear. This wear prevents the coin from being upgraded. Desirable conservatively graded "old green holder" (OGH). Purchased at Baltimore coin show 11/15/2019 from dealer Brad Holt (Holtrarities.com), who had this in his own personal type coin collection for years, but decided to sell it. Bargained down from $1,400 (full PCGS retail) to $1,275 quickly, then slowly down to $1,250 cash
1794 Large Cent PCGS F15 OGH, with head "style of 1795". Excellent type coin, with readily visible devices due to "two-tone" patina on obverse. Dealer's description: "1794 Liberty Cap Cent PCGS F15 Sheldon 41 R4. Caramel surfaces and excellent eye appeal on this collectible type coin. This is the Sheldon 41 variety of the 1794 cent. It is regarded as one of the most beautiful of the 1794 cents. The reverse die crack is advanced, accounting for the weaker detail in this area." ("the die variety accounts for the central weakness on reverse"). The reverse has illegible "One Cent" in middle, which dealer claimed was a "weak strike", but I wonder if it might instead be simply wear. This wear prevents the coin from being upgraded. Desirable conservatively graded "old green holder" (OGH). Purchased at Baltimore coin show 11/15/2019 from dealer Brad Holt (Holtrarities.com), who had this in his own personal type coin collection for years, but decided to sell it. Bargained down from $1,400 (full PCGS retail) to $1,275 quickly, then slowly down to $1,250 cash
1794 Large Cent PCGS F15 OGH, with head "style of 1795". Excellent type coin, with readily visible devices due to "two-tone" patina on obverse. Dealer's description: "1794 Liberty Cap Cent PCGS F15 Sheldon 41 R4. Caramel surfaces and excellent eye appeal on this collectible type coin. This is the Sheldon 41 variety of the 1794 cent. It is regarded as one of the most beautiful of the 1794 cents. The reverse die crack is advanced, accounting for the weaker detail in this area." ("the die variety accounts for the central weakness on reverse"). The reverse has illegible "One Cent" in middle, which dealer claimed was a "weak strike", but I wonder if it might instead be simply wear. This wear prevents the coin from being upgraded. Desirable conservatively graded "old green holder" (OGH). Purchased at Baltimore coin show 11/15/2019 from dealer Brad Holt (Holtrarities.com), who had this in his own personal type coin collection for years, but decided to sell it. Bargained down from $1,400 (full PCGS retail) to $1,275 quickly, then slowly down to $1,250 cash
1794 Large Cent PCGS F15 OGH, with head "style of 1795". Excellent type coin, with readily visible devices due to "two-tone" patina on obverse. Dealer's description: "1794 Liberty Cap Cent PCGS F15 Sheldon 41 R4. Caramel surfaces and excellent eye appeal on this collectible type coin. This is the Sheldon 41 variety of the 1794 cent. It is regarded as one of the most beautiful of the 1794 cents. The reverse die crack is advanced, accounting for the weaker detail in this area." ("the die variety accounts for the central weakness on reverse"). The reverse has illegible "One Cent" in middle, which dealer claimed was a "weak strike", but I wonder if it might instead be simply wear. This wear prevents the coin from being upgraded. Desirable conservatively graded "old green holder" (OGH). Purchased at Baltimore coin show 11/15/2019 from dealer Brad Holt (Holtrarities.com), who had this in his own personal type coin collection for years, but decided to sell it. Bargained down from $1,400 (full PCGS retail) to $1,275 quickly, then slowly down to $1,250 cash
1794 Large Cent PCGS F15 OGH, with head "style of 1795". Excellent type coin, with readily visible devices due to "two-tone" patina on obverse. Dealer's description: "1794 Liberty Cap Cent PCGS F15 Sheldon 41 R4. Caramel surfaces and excellent eye appeal on this collectible type coin. This is the Sheldon 41 variety of the 1794 cent. It is regarded as one of the most beautiful of the 1794 cents. The reverse die crack is advanced, accounting for the weaker detail in this area." ("the die variety accounts for the central weakness on reverse"). The reverse has illegible "One Cent" in middle, which dealer claimed was a "weak strike", but I wonder if it might instead be simply wear. This wear prevents the coin from being upgraded. Desirable conservatively graded "old green holder" (OGH). Purchased at Baltimore coin show 11/15/2019 from dealer Brad Holt (Holtrarities.com), who had this in his own personal type coin collection for years, but decided to sell it. Bargained down from $1,400 (full PCGS retail) to $1,275 quickly, then slowly down to $1,250 cash
1805 Draped Bust Large Cent, S-267 R1 PCGS graded AU53. M-LDS, Breen state III, with a dull die crack through the top of AME and dull die clashmarks on both sides. Glossy steel brown with frosty lighter brown and tan in protected areas. The surfaces are smooth and the eye appeal of this cent is excellent, but there are a few light contact marks. The notable ones are a fine scratch at LIB and a few very light scratches left of the eye. None of these marks is visible to the unaided eye. Our grade is EF40. The S-267 attribution is noted on the PCGS label. PCGS #36427 (variety S-267). Pop 2; 11 graded higher at PCGS for the variety, 10 in MSBN, 1 in MSRB. Estimated value $2,000 - UP. PCGS retail value $3,000 at time of purchase 9/13/2020. Provenance: Ex Douglas F. Bird-Bob Willoughby Collection. Sold as lot 396 in Pre-Long Beach Auction #117 on 9/13/2020 by Ira & Larry Goldberg auctioneers for successful high bid of $1500 + 20% commission + 1% shipping = $1,815 total Few surviving Draped Bust cents offer the strong eye appeal of this lovely AU premium example. The devices are boldy defined, and the surfaces are attractive for a lightly circulated Draped Bust cent. The reverse has an exceptionally nice 2-tone appearance. This exquisite example will appeal to collectors of high grade type coins, and early copper specialists. Variety die state S-267, which is one of 3 die marriages known from the 2 obverses and 2 reverses used. This is the Blunt 1 obverse of the 1805 issue, paired with the reverse die on which the highest leaf in the wreath is under the left side of the final S of STATES. The S-267 variety is similar in overall rarity to S-269, both of which are a bit more plentiful than S-268, the only other die marriage known for this issue. The S-268 is slightly scarcer. Total mintage 941,116 in Philadelphia, but few examples survive in nice collectible condition. At time of purchase, only 150 examples are known to be graded in AU or better condition by PCGS or NGC. The total surviving PCGS population for all 1805 large cents in all grades combined was 378, of which 16 were of the same grade as this coin (AU53), and 61 of higher grade. Only 28 examples with PCGS labels specifically mentioning the S-267 variety attribution. At NGC, an additional 189 cents from 1805 had been graded (all conditions combined), of which 9 were AU53, and 45 of higher grade. In total, there are only 50 known mint state examples from 1805 (53 PCGS; 17 NGC), and only 100 examples in AU condition (58 PCGS; 42 NGC)
1805 Draped Bust Large Cent, S-267 R1 PCGS graded AU53. M-LDS, Breen state III, with a dull die crack through the top of AME and dull die clashmarks on both sides. Glossy steel brown with frosty lighter brown and tan in protected areas. The surfaces are smooth and the eye appeal of this cent is excellent, but there are a few light contact marks. The notable ones are a fine scratch at LIB and a few very light scratches left of the eye. None of these marks is visible to the unaided eye. Our grade is EF40. The S-267 attribution is noted on the PCGS label. PCGS #36427 (variety S-267). Pop 2; 11 graded higher at PCGS for the variety, 10 in MSBN, 1 in MSRB. Estimated value $2,000 - UP. PCGS retail value $3,000 at time of purchase 9/13/2020. Provenance: Ex Douglas F. Bird-Bob Willoughby Collection. Sold as lot 396 in Pre-Long Beach Auction #117 on 9/13/2020 by Ira & Larry Goldberg auctioneers for successful high bid of $1500 + 20% commission + 1% shipping = $1,815 total Few surviving Draped Bust cents offer the strong eye appeal of this lovely AU premium example. The devices are boldy defined, and the surfaces are attractive for a lightly circulated Draped Bust cent. The reverse has an exceptionally nice 2-tone appearance. This exquisite example will appeal to collectors of high grade type coins, and early copper specialists. Variety die state S-267, which is one of 3 die marriages known from the 2 obverses and 2 reverses used. This is the Blunt 1 obverse of the 1805 issue, paired with the reverse die on which the highest leaf in the wreath is under the left side of the final S of STATES. The S-267 variety is similar in overall rarity to S-269, both of which are a bit more plentiful than S-268, the only other die marriage known for this issue. The S-268 is slightly scarcer. Total mintage 941,116 in Philadelphia, but few examples survive in nice collectible condition. At time of purchase, only 150 examples are known to be graded in AU or better condition by PCGS or NGC. The total surviving PCGS population for all 1805 large cents in all grades combined was 378, of which 16 were of the same grade as this coin (AU53), and 61 of higher grade. Only 28 examples with PCGS labels specifically mentioning the S-267 variety attribution. At NGC, an additional 189 cents from 1805 had been graded (all conditions combined), of which 9 were AU53, and 45 of higher grade. In total, there are only 50 known mint state examples from 1805 (53 PCGS; 17 NGC), and only 100 examples in AU condition (58 PCGS; 42 NGC)
1805 Draped Bust Large Cent, S-267 R1 PCGS graded AU53. M-LDS, Breen state III, with a dull die crack through the top of AME and dull die clashmarks on both sides. Glossy steel brown with frosty lighter brown and tan in protected areas. The surfaces are smooth and the eye appeal of this cent is excellent, but there are a few light contact marks. The notable ones are a fine scratch at LIB and a few very light scratches left of the eye. None of these marks is visible to the unaided eye. Our grade is EF40. The S-267 attribution is noted on the PCGS label. PCGS #36427 (variety S-267). Pop 2; 11 graded higher at PCGS for the variety, 10 in MSBN, 1 in MSRB. Estimated value $2,000 - UP. PCGS retail value $3,000 at time of purchase 9/13/2020. Provenance: Ex Douglas F. Bird-Bob Willoughby Collection. Sold as lot 396 in Pre-Long Beach Auction #117 on 9/13/2020 by Ira & Larry Goldberg auctioneers for successful high bid of $1500 + 20% commission + 1% shipping = $1,815 total Few surviving Draped Bust cents offer the strong eye appeal of this lovely AU premium example. The devices are boldy defined, and the surfaces are attractive for a lightly circulated Draped Bust cent. The reverse has an exceptionally nice 2-tone appearance. This exquisite example will appeal to collectors of high grade type coins, and early copper specialists. Variety die state S-267, which is one of 3 die marriages known from the 2 obverses and 2 reverses used. This is the Blunt 1 obverse of the 1805 issue, paired with the reverse die on which the highest leaf in the wreath is under the left side of the final S of STATES. The S-267 variety is similar in overall rarity to S-269, both of which are a bit more plentiful than S-268, the only other die marriage known for this issue. The S-268 is slightly scarcer. Total mintage 941,116 in Philadelphia, but few examples survive in nice collectible condition. At time of purchase, only 150 examples are known to be graded in AU or better condition by PCGS or NGC. The total surviving PCGS population for all 1805 large cents in all grades combined was 378, of which 16 were of the same grade as this coin (AU53), and 61 of higher grade. Only 28 examples with PCGS labels specifically mentioning the S-267 variety attribution. At NGC, an additional 189 cents from 1805 had been graded (all conditions combined), of which 9 were AU53, and 45 of higher grade. In total, there are only 50 known mint state examples from 1805 (53 PCGS; 17 NGC), and only 100 examples in AU condition (58 PCGS; 42 NGC)
1805 Draped Bust Large Cent, S-267 R1 PCGS graded AU53. M-LDS, Breen state III, with a dull die crack through the top of AME and dull die clashmarks on both sides. Glossy steel brown with frosty lighter brown and tan in protected areas. The surfaces are smooth and the eye appeal of this cent is excellent, but there are a few light contact marks. The notable ones are a fine scratch at LIB and a few very light scratches left of the eye. None of these marks is visible to the unaided eye. Our grade is EF40. The S-267 attribution is noted on the PCGS label. PCGS #36427 (variety S-267). Pop 2; 11 graded higher at PCGS for the variety, 10 in MSBN, 1 in MSRB. Estimated value $2,000 - UP. PCGS retail value $3,000 at time of purchase 9/13/2020. Provenance: Ex Douglas F. Bird-Bob Willoughby Collection. Sold as lot 396 in Pre-Long Beach Auction #117 on 9/13/2020 by Ira & Larry Goldberg auctioneers for successful high bid of $1500 + 20% commission + 1% shipping = $1,815 total Few surviving Draped Bust cents offer the strong eye appeal of this lovely AU premium example. The devices are boldy defined, and the surfaces are attractive for a lightly circulated Draped Bust cent. The reverse has an exceptionally nice 2-tone appearance. This exquisite example will appeal to collectors of high grade type coins, and early copper specialists. Variety die state S-267, which is one of 3 die marriages known from the 2 obverses and 2 reverses used. This is the Blunt 1 obverse of the 1805 issue, paired with the reverse die on which the highest leaf in the wreath is under the left side of the final S of STATES. The S-267 variety is similar in overall rarity to S-269, both of which are a bit more plentiful than S-268, the only other die marriage known for this issue. The S-268 is slightly scarcer. Total mintage 941,116 in Philadelphia, but few examples survive in nice collectible condition. At time of purchase, only 150 examples are known to be graded in AU or better condition by PCGS or NGC. The total surviving PCGS population for all 1805 large cents in all grades combined was 378, of which 16 were of the same grade as this coin (AU53), and 61 of higher grade. Only 28 examples with PCGS labels specifically mentioning the S-267 variety attribution. At NGC, an additional 189 cents from 1805 had been graded (all conditions combined), of which 9 were AU53, and 45 of higher grade. In total, there are only 50 known mint state examples from 1805 (53 PCGS; 17 NGC), and only 100 examples in AU condition (58 PCGS; 42 NGC)
1805 Draped Bust Large Cent, S-267 R1 PCGS graded AU53. M-LDS, Breen state III, with a dull die crack through the top of AME and dull die clashmarks on both sides. Glossy steel brown with frosty lighter brown and tan in protected areas. The surfaces are smooth and the eye appeal of this cent is excellent, but there are a few light contact marks. The notable ones are a fine scratch at LIB and a few very light scratches left of the eye. None of these marks is visible to the unaided eye. Our grade is EF40. The S-267 attribution is noted on the PCGS label. PCGS #36427 (variety S-267). Pop 2; 11 graded higher at PCGS for the variety, 10 in MSBN, 1 in MSRB. Estimated value $2,000 - UP. PCGS retail value $3,000 at time of purchase 9/13/2020. Provenance: Ex Douglas F. Bird-Bob Willoughby Collection. Sold as lot 396 in Pre-Long Beach Auction #117 on 9/13/2020 by Ira & Larry Goldberg auctioneers for successful high bid of $1500 + 20% commission + 1% shipping = $1,815 total Few surviving Draped Bust cents offer the strong eye appeal of this lovely AU premium example. The devices are boldy defined, and the surfaces are attractive for a lightly circulated Draped Bust cent. The reverse has an exceptionally nice 2-tone appearance. This exquisite example will appeal to collectors of high grade type coins, and early copper specialists. Variety die state S-267, which is one of 3 die marriages known from the 2 obverses and 2 reverses used. This is the Blunt 1 obverse of the 1805 issue, paired with the reverse die on which the highest leaf in the wreath is under the left side of the final S of STATES. The S-267 variety is similar in overall rarity to S-269, both of which are a bit more plentiful than S-268, the only other die marriage known for this issue. The S-268 is slightly scarcer. Total mintage 941,116 in Philadelphia, but few examples survive in nice collectible condition. At time of purchase, only 150 examples are known to be graded in AU or better condition by PCGS or NGC. The total surviving PCGS population for all 1805 large cents in all grades combined was 378, of which 16 were of the same grade as this coin (AU53), and 61 of higher grade. Only 28 examples with PCGS labels specifically mentioning the S-267 variety attribution. At NGC, an additional 189 cents from 1805 had been graded (all conditions combined), of which 9 were AU53, and 45 of higher grade. In total, there are only 50 known mint state examples from 1805 (53 PCGS; 17 NGC), and only 100 examples in AU condition (58 PCGS; 42 NGC)
1851 Braided Hair Large Cent, PCGS MS62 RB (Red Brown). Bargained down from $275 to $250 cash at Ft Washington coin show 12/28/2014
1851 Braided Hair Large Cent, PCGS MS62 RB (Red Brown). Bargained down from $275 to $250 cash at Ft Washington coin show 12/28/2014
1851 Braided Hair Large Cent, PCGS MS62 RB (Red Brown). Bargained down from $275 to $250 cash at Ft Washington coin show 12/28/2014
1857 Flying Eagle Cent, PCGS MS62. Popular type coin. Paid $500 at eBay 2/24/2012
1857 Flying Eagle Cent, PCGS MS62. Popular type coin. Paid $500 at eBay 2/24/2012
1857 Flying Eagle Cent, PCGS MS62. Popular type coin. Paid $500 at eBay 2/24/2012
1857 Flying Eagle Cent, PCGS MS62. Popular type coin. Paid $500 at eBay 2/24/2012
1857 Flying Eagle Cent, PCGS MS62. Popular type coin. Paid $500 at eBay 2/24/2012
1892 1c Indian Cent Proof PCGS 64 RD OGH. Dealer David Lawrence described as "still red but displays spotting", eye appeal ranked "3/5", and degree of toning as "3/10". Purchased 11/27/2022 at online auction on dealer's website, for $476 which was the highest of 7 bids. The dealer had estimated its pre-sale value as $600, at a time when PCGS retail was $625. I liked the 2-tone "Cameo" look, which is uncommon for most Indian Cent proofs (PCGS notes "Cameo examples are a rare exception"). Also in desirable, conservatively graded "old green holder" (OGH). PCGS warns that "spotted coins should be avoided or heavily discounted; conversely coins with full red color or attractive toning deserve big premiums". This coin has the good & the bad - it's a little spotted, but has mostly red color and attractive cameo-look. Mintage was only 2,745. At time of purchase, PCGS recorded only 54 coins of this grade, and only 71 higher. This exact coin was previously sold at Heritage Auction on 7/27/2002 for $345. It might be worth re-submitting for upgrade to cameo (CAM) status.
1892 1c Indian Cent Proof PCGS 64 RD OGH. Dealer David Lawrence described as "still red but displays spotting", eye appeal ranked "3/5", and degree of toning as "3/10". Purchased 11/27/2022 at online auction on dealer's website, for $476 which was the highest of 7 bids. The dealer had estimated its pre-sale value as $600, at a time when PCGS retail was $625. I liked the 2-tone "Cameo" look, which is uncommon for most Indian Cent proofs (PCGS notes "Cameo examples are a rare exception"). Also in desirable, conservatively graded "old green holder" (OGH). PCGS warns that "spotted coins should be avoided or heavily discounted; conversely coins with full red color or attractive toning deserve big premiums". This coin has the good & the bad - it's a little spotted, but has mostly red color and attractive cameo-look. Mintage was only 2,745. At time of purchase, PCGS recorded only 54 coins of this grade, and only 71 higher. This exact coin was previously sold at Heritage Auction on 7/27/2002 for $345. It might be worth re-submitting for upgrade to cameo (CAM) status.
1892 1c Indian Cent Proof PCGS 64 RD OGH. Dealer David Lawrence described as "still red but displays spotting", eye appeal ranked "3/5", and degree of toning as "3/10". Purchased 11/27/2022 at online auction on dealer's website, for $476 which was the highest of 7 bids. The dealer had estimated its pre-sale value as $600, at a time when PCGS retail was $625. I liked the 2-tone "Cameo" look, which is uncommon for most Indian Cent proofs (PCGS notes "Cameo examples are a rare exception"). Also in desirable, conservatively graded "old green holder" (OGH). PCGS warns that "spotted coins should be avoided or heavily discounted; conversely coins with full red color or attractive toning deserve big premiums". This coin has the good & the bad - it's a little spotted, but has mostly red color and attractive cameo-look. Mintage was only 2,745. At time of purchase, PCGS recorded only 54 coins of this grade, and only 71 higher. This exact coin was previously sold at Heritage Auction on 7/27/2002 for $345. It might be worth re-submitting for upgrade to cameo (CAM) status.
1892 1c Indian Cent Proof PCGS 64 RD OGH. Dealer David Lawrence described as "still red but displays spotting", eye appeal ranked "3/5", and degree of toning as "3/10". Purchased 11/27/2022 at online auction on dealer's website, for $476 which was the highest of 7 bids. The dealer had estimated its pre-sale value as $600, at a time when PCGS retail was $625. I liked the 2-tone "Cameo" look, which is uncommon for most Indian Cent proofs (PCGS notes "Cameo examples are a rare exception"). Also in desirable, conservatively graded "old green holder" (OGH). PCGS warns that "spotted coins should be avoided or heavily discounted; conversely coins with full red color or attractive toning deserve big premiums". This coin has the good & the bad - it's a little spotted, but has mostly red color and attractive cameo-look. Mintage was only 2,745. At time of purchase, PCGS recorded only 54 coins of this grade, and only 71 higher. This exact coin was previously sold at Heritage Auction on 7/27/2002 for $345. It might be worth re-submitting for upgrade to cameo (CAM) status.
1892 1c Indian Cent Proof PCGS 64 RD OGH. Dealer David Lawrence described as "still red but displays spotting", eye appeal ranked "3/5", and degree of toning as "3/10". Purchased 11/27/2022 at online auction on dealer's website, for $476 which was the highest of 7 bids. The dealer had estimated its pre-sale value as $600, at a time when PCGS retail was $625. I liked the 2-tone "Cameo" look, which is uncommon for most Indian Cent proofs (PCGS notes "Cameo examples are a rare exception"). Also in desirable, conservatively graded "old green holder" (OGH). PCGS warns that "spotted coins should be avoided or heavily discounted; conversely coins with full red color or attractive toning deserve big premiums". This coin has the good & the bad - it's a little spotted, but has mostly red color and attractive cameo-look. Mintage was only 2,745. At time of purchase, PCGS recorded only 54 coins of this grade, and only 71 higher. This exact coin was previously sold at Heritage Auction on 7/27/2002 for $345. It might be worth re-submitting for upgrade to cameo (CAM) status.
1892 1c Indian Cent Proof PCGS 64 RD OGH. Dealer David Lawrence described as "still red but displays spotting", eye appeal ranked "3/5", and degree of toning as "3/10". Purchased 11/27/2022 at online auction on dealer's website, for $476 which was the highest of 7 bids. The dealer had estimated its pre-sale value as $600, at a time when PCGS retail was $625. I liked the 2-tone "Cameo" look, which is uncommon for most Indian Cent proofs (PCGS notes "Cameo examples are a rare exception"). Also in desirable, conservatively graded "old green holder" (OGH). PCGS warns that "spotted coins should be avoided or heavily discounted; conversely coins with full red color or attractive toning deserve big premiums". This coin has the good & the bad - it's a little spotted, but has mostly red color and attractive cameo-look. Mintage was only 2,745. At time of purchase, PCGS recorded only 54 coins of this grade, and only 71 higher. This exact coin was previously sold at Heritage Auction on 7/27/2002 for $345. It might be worth re-submitting for upgrade to cameo (CAM) status.
STEEL CENT "Beautiful-toned steel lincoln, MS66 graded by pcgs. Very nice coin collection investment. see pictures for its appearance on both sides."
STEEL CENT "Beautiful-toned steel lincoln, MS66 graded by pcgs. Very nice coin collection investment. see pictures for its appearance on both sides."
STEEL CENT "Beautiful-toned steel lincoln, MS66 graded by pcgs. Very nice coin collection investment. see pictures for its appearance on both sides."
1870 Two Cent Proof, PCGS PR64 BN. Scarce - only 1000 proof coins minted. Paid $585.76 at eBay 2/9/2013. This same coin previously sold for $618 at Heritage auctions 12/16/2012, so I bought it below dealer's cost
1870 Two Cent Proof, PCGS PR64 BN. Scarce - only 1000 proof coins minted. Paid $585.76 at eBay 2/9/2013. This same coin previously sold for $618 at Heritage auctions 12/16/2012, so I bought it below dealer's cost
1870 Two Cent Proof, PCGS PR64 BN. Scarce - only 1000 proof coins minted. Paid $585.76 at eBay 2/9/2013. This same coin previously sold for $618 at Heritage auctions 12/16/2012, so I bought it below dealer's cost
1870 Two Cent Proof, PCGS PR64 BN. Scarce - only 1000 proof coins minted. Paid $585.76 at eBay 2/9/2013. This same coin previously sold for $618 at Heritage auctions 12/16/2012, so I bought it below dealer's cost
1881 Shield Nickel Proof PR65CAM. only 3575 minted. Purchased eBay 12/11/2011
1881 Shield Nickel Proof PR65CAM. only 3575 minted. Purchased eBay 12/11/2011
1881 Shield Nickel Proof PR65CAM. only 3575 minted. Purchased eBay 12/11/2011
1881 Shield Nickel Proof PR65CAM. only 3575 minted. Purchased eBay 12/11/2011
1904 Liberty Nickel Proof, PCGS PR65. Only 1817 proofs minted. Better "eye appeal" than typical. It took a long time for me to find one this nice for a fair price. Paid $480 at eBay 8/26/2012
1904 Liberty Nickel Proof, PCGS PR65. Only 1817 proofs minted. Better "eye appeal" than typical. It took a long time for me to find one this nice for a fair price. Paid $480 at eBay 8/26/2012
1904 Liberty Nickel Proof, PCGS PR65. Only 1817 proofs minted. Better "eye appeal" than typical. It took a long time for me to find one this nice for a fair price. Paid $480 at eBay 8/26/2012
1939 PCGS MS66+ FS Jefferson Nickel Reverse of 1940 Full Steps Gem". Almost flawless! In 1939, the US Mint struck Jefferson nickels with 2 different reverse designs, known as "Reverse of 1938" and "Reverse of 1940". This coin exhibits the more commonly seen Reverse of 1940, characterized by more deeply engraved steps to Monticello, with additional enhanced vertical lines defining the side edges of the steps. Only a small amount of the 1939 nickels minted in Philadelphia had the scarcer Reverse of 1938. Reduced from $124.95 down to $105 (by "make-an-offer"), plus $3.95 shipping at eBay 8/12/2020. Also received 5% off in "eBay bucks" ($5.25), so net price = $105 +$3.95 - $5.25 = $103.70 total
1939 PCGS MS66+ FS Jefferson Nickel Reverse of 1940 Full Steps Gem". Almost flawless! In 1939, the US Mint struck Jefferson nickels with 2 different reverse designs, known as "Reverse of 1938" and "Reverse of 1940". This coin exhibits the more commonly seen Reverse of 1940, characterized by more deeply engraved steps to Monticello, with additional enhanced vertical lines defining the side edges of the steps. Only a small amount of the 1939 nickels minted in Philadelphia had the scarcer Reverse of 1938. Reduced from $124.95 down to $105 (by "make-an-offer"), plus $3.95 shipping at eBay 8/12/2020. Also received 5% off in "eBay bucks" ($5.25), so net price = $105 +$3.95 - $5.25 = $103.70 total
1939 PCGS MS66+ FS Jefferson Nickel Reverse of 1940 Full Steps Gem". Almost flawless! In 1939, the US Mint struck Jefferson nickels with 2 different reverse designs, known as "Reverse of 1938" and "Reverse of 1940". This coin exhibits the more commonly seen Reverse of 1940, characterized by more deeply engraved steps to Monticello, with additional enhanced vertical lines defining the side edges of the steps. Only a small amount of the 1939 nickels minted in Philadelphia had the scarcer Reverse of 1938. Reduced from $124.95 down to $105 (by "make-an-offer"), plus $3.95 shipping at eBay 8/12/2020. Also received 5% off in "eBay bucks" ($5.25), so net price = $105 +$3.95 - $5.25 = $103.70 total
1939 PCGS MS66+ FS Jefferson Nickel Reverse of 1940 Full Steps Gem". Almost flawless! In 1939, the US Mint struck Jefferson nickels with 2 different reverse designs, known as "Reverse of 1938" and "Reverse of 1940". This coin exhibits the more commonly seen Reverse of 1940, characterized by more deeply engraved steps to Monticello, with additional enhanced vertical lines defining the side edges of the steps. Only a small amount of the 1939 nickels minted in Philadelphia had the scarcer Reverse of 1938. Reduced from $124.95 down to $105 (by "make-an-offer"), plus $3.95 shipping at eBay 8/12/2020. Also received 5% off in "eBay bucks" ($5.25), so net price = $105 +$3.95 - $5.25 = $103.70 total
1833 Capped Bust Half Dime PCGS MS63 CAC, Die variety LM-10, Rarity 1. Well struck and untoned with bright silver surfaces with a hint of gold, and a bold strike on all of Liberty's curls and the eagle's wings. Clean surfaces and lustrous (PCGS 4280). Estimated auction value $600-650. PCGS value $850 at time of purchase. Purchased as Lot 531 at Pre-Long Beach Auction #117 from Ira and Larry Goldberg Auctioneers for successful high-bid of $650 and 20% commission and 1% shipping for $786.50 total (9/14/2020) LM-10 refers to a later die state, with die cracks on both the obverse and reverse. The obverse is a "Scarface" variety with a slender vertical die crack across the lower half of Liberty's cheek and neck. The reverse has lumps on the second S of STATES which fill both loops of the S, indicative of the final use of this reverse die. The reverse also exhibits numerous other scattered cracks, including along the I of UNITED, and second T of STATES, from the bottom of the 5 to the dentils, from the top arrow to the right wing, and from the tip of the lowest arrowhead to the dentils below Variety LM-10, which is one of 10 different die marriages known from the 3 obverses and 7 reverses used on the 1833 Capped Bust Half Dime (mintage 1,370,000). Varieties LM-2 and LM-5 are the rare ones for 1833, with LM-6 being a little less so. LM-1 and LM-8 are slightly scarce, while the remaining die marriages are all common. Vibrant satin luster, sharply struck, highly attractive. This MS63 CAC coin is premium, and looks nicer than many MS64 coins, (which sell for more than $900) and could probably be resubmitted to PCGS to be upgraded to MS63+ or MS64. Good strike, with the stars being especially detailed and sharp.
1833 Capped Bust Half Dime PCGS MS63 CAC, Die variety LM-10, Rarity 1. Well struck and untoned with bright silver surfaces with a hint of gold, and a bold strike on all of Liberty's curls and the eagle's wings. Clean surfaces and lustrous (PCGS 4280). Estimated auction value $600-650. PCGS value $850 at time of purchase. Purchased as Lot 531 at Pre-Long Beach Auction #117 from Ira and Larry Goldberg Auctioneers for successful high-bid of $650 and 20% commission and 1% shipping for $786.50 total (9/14/2020) LM-10 refers to a later die state, with die cracks on both the obverse and reverse. The obverse is a "Scarface" variety with a slender vertical die crack across the lower half of Liberty's cheek and neck. The reverse has lumps on the second S of STATES which fill both loops of the S, indicative of the final use of this reverse die. The reverse also exhibits numerous other scattered cracks, including along the I of UNITED, and second T of STATES, from the bottom of the 5 to the dentils, from the top arrow to the right wing, and from the tip of the lowest arrowhead to the dentils below Variety LM-10, which is one of 10 different die marriages known from the 3 obverses and 7 reverses used on the 1833 Capped Bust Half Dime (mintage 1,370,000). Varieties LM-2 and LM-5 are the rare ones for 1833, with LM-6 being a little less so. LM-1 and LM-8 are slightly scarce, while the remaining die marriages are all common. Vibrant satin luster, sharply struck, highly attractive. This MS63 CAC coin is premium, and looks nicer than many MS64 coins, (which sell for more than $900) and could probably be resubmitted to PCGS to be upgraded to MS63+ or MS64. Good strike, with the stars being especially detailed and sharp.
1833 Capped Bust Half Dime PCGS MS63 CAC, Die variety LM-10, Rarity 1. Well struck and untoned with bright silver surfaces with a hint of gold, and a bold strike on all of Liberty's curls and the eagle's wings. Clean surfaces and lustrous (PCGS 4280). Estimated auction value $600-650. PCGS value $850 at time of purchase. Purchased as Lot 531 at Pre-Long Beach Auction #117 from Ira and Larry Goldberg Auctioneers for successful high-bid of $650 and 20% commission and 1% shipping for $786.50 total (9/14/2020) LM-10 refers to a later die state, with die cracks on both the obverse and reverse. The obverse is a "Scarface" variety with a slender vertical die crack across the lower half of Liberty's cheek and neck. The reverse has lumps on the second S of STATES which fill both loops of the S, indicative of the final use of this reverse die. The reverse also exhibits numerous other scattered cracks, including along the I of UNITED, and second T of STATES, from the bottom of the 5 to the dentils, from the top arrow to the right wing, and from the tip of the lowest arrowhead to the dentils below Variety LM-10, which is one of 10 different die marriages known from the 3 obverses and 7 reverses used on the 1833 Capped Bust Half Dime (mintage 1,370,000). Varieties LM-2 and LM-5 are the rare ones for 1833, with LM-6 being a little less so. LM-1 and LM-8 are slightly scarce, while the remaining die marriages are all common. Vibrant satin luster, sharply struck, highly attractive. This MS63 CAC coin is premium, and looks nicer than many MS64 coins, (which sell for more than $900) and could probably be resubmitted to PCGS to be upgraded to MS63+ or MS64. Good strike, with the stars being especially detailed and sharp.
1833 Capped Bust Half Dime PCGS MS63 CAC, Die variety LM-10, Rarity 1. Well struck and untoned with bright silver surfaces with a hint of gold, and a bold strike on all of Liberty's curls and the eagle's wings. Clean surfaces and lustrous (PCGS 4280). Estimated auction value $600-650. PCGS value $850 at time of purchase. Purchased as Lot 531 at Pre-Long Beach Auction #117 from Ira and Larry Goldberg Auctioneers for successful high-bid of $650 and 20% commission and 1% shipping for $786.50 total (9/14/2020) LM-10 refers to a later die state, with die cracks on both the obverse and reverse. The obverse is a "Scarface" variety with a slender vertical die crack across the lower half of Liberty's cheek and neck. The reverse has lumps on the second S of STATES which fill both loops of the S, indicative of the final use of this reverse die. The reverse also exhibits numerous other scattered cracks, including along the I of UNITED, and second T of STATES, from the bottom of the 5 to the dentils, from the top arrow to the right wing, and from the tip of the lowest arrowhead to the dentils below Variety LM-10, which is one of 10 different die marriages known from the 3 obverses and 7 reverses used on the 1833 Capped Bust Half Dime (mintage 1,370,000). Varieties LM-2 and LM-5 are the rare ones for 1833, with LM-6 being a little less so. LM-1 and LM-8 are slightly scarce, while the remaining die marriages are all common. Vibrant satin luster, sharply struck, highly attractive. This MS63 CAC coin is premium, and looks nicer than many MS64 coins, (which sell for more than $900) and could probably be resubmitted to PCGS to be upgraded to MS63+ or MS64. Good strike, with the stars being especially detailed and sharp.
1853 Half Cent PCGS MS60, Arrows "Looks undergraded. Some cool die clashing. No real marks or problems. A very good value in this grade". Paid $225 at eBay 4/27/2012. Interestingly, this same precise coin had previously sold for $184 at Heritage auction 11/27/2011.
1853 Half Cent PCGS MS60, Arrows "Looks undergraded. Some cool die clashing. No real marks or problems. A very good value in this grade". Paid $225 at eBay 4/27/2012. Interestingly, this same precise coin had previously sold for $184 at Heritage auction 11/27/2011.
1853 Half Cent PCGS MS60, Arrows "Looks undergraded. Some cool die clashing. No real marks or problems. A very good value in this grade". Paid $225 at eBay 4/27/2012. Interestingly, this same precise coin had previously sold for $184 at Heritage auction 11/27/2011.
1853 Half Cent PCGS MS60, Arrows "Looks undergraded. Some cool die clashing. No real marks or problems. A very good value in this grade". Paid $225 at eBay 4/27/2012. Interestingly, this same precise coin had previously sold for $184 at Heritage auction 11/27/2011.
1853 Half Cent PCGS MS60, Arrows "Looks undergraded. Some cool die clashing. No real marks or problems. A very good value in this grade". Paid $225 at eBay 4/27/2012. Interestingly, this same precise coin had previously sold for $184 at Heritage auction 11/27/2011.
1853 Half Cent PCGS MS60, Arrows "Looks undergraded. Some cool die clashing. No real marks or problems. A very good value in this grade". Paid $225 at eBay 4/27/2012. Interestingly, this same precise coin had previously sold for $184 at Heritage auction 11/27/2011.
1805 Draped Bust Dime 4 Berries variety, PCGS AU50. I went to the 2018 show with the mission of buying an early US dime of this style for my type set. Most examples are horribly worn (AG or Good) and ugly-looking, or problem coins (cleaned etc..) in the $500-1,000 range. Even in the $1,500 range, the coins look disappointing. This example in AU50 was the ONLY "nice" looking affordable example at the show. Retail PCGS value $3,300, and dealer was asking $3,000 which was dealer gray sheet "buy" price. Negotiated from $3000 down to $2900 from high-end dealer David Lawrence, who had "overbought" stock at the show and was anxious to just move merchandise fast, surprisingly below gray sheet buy price - which he acknowledged is a rare opportunity. He said dealers typically expect to make 10-15% profit on coins like this. Paid by check 10/26/2018 at Whitman Baltimore Coin Show. Previously sold at Stack's Bowers auction March 29th, 2017 for $2,820, so I purchased this coin very close to dealer's cost
1805 Draped Bust Dime 4 Berries variety, PCGS AU50. I went to the 2018 show with the mission of buying an early US dime of this style for my type set. Most examples are horribly worn (AG or Good) and ugly-looking, or problem coins (cleaned etc..) in the $500-1,000 range. Even in the $1,500 range, the coins look disappointing. This example in AU50 was the ONLY "nice" looking affordable example at the show. Retail PCGS value $3,300, and dealer was asking $3,000 which was dealer gray sheet "buy" price. Negotiated from $3000 down to $2900 from high-end dealer David Lawrence, who had "overbought" stock at the show and was anxious to just move merchandise fast, surprisingly below gray sheet buy price - which he acknowledged is a rare opportunity. He said dealers typically expect to make 10-15% profit on coins like this. Paid by check 10/26/2018 at Whitman Baltimore Coin Show. Previously sold at Stack's Bowers auction March 29th, 2017 for $2,820, so I purchased this coin very close to dealer's cost
1805 Draped Bust Dime 4 Berries variety, PCGS AU50. I went to the 2018 show with the mission of buying an early US dime of this style for my type set. Most examples are horribly worn (AG or Good) and ugly-looking, or problem coins (cleaned etc..) in the $500-1,000 range. Even in the $1,500 range, the coins look disappointing. This example in AU50 was the ONLY "nice" looking affordable example at the show. Retail PCGS value $3,300, and dealer was asking $3,000 which was dealer gray sheet "buy" price. Negotiated from $3000 down to $2900 from high-end dealer David Lawrence, who had "overbought" stock at the show and was anxious to just move merchandise fast, surprisingly below gray sheet buy price - which he acknowledged is a rare opportunity. He said dealers typically expect to make 10-15% profit on coins like this. Paid by check 10/26/2018 at Whitman Baltimore Coin Show. Previously sold at Stack's Bowers auction March 29th, 2017 for $2,820, so I purchased this coin very close to dealer's cost
1805 Draped Bust Dime 4 Berries variety, PCGS AU50. I went to the 2018 show with the mission of buying an early US dime of this style for my type set. Most examples are horribly worn (AG or Good) and ugly-looking, or problem coins (cleaned etc..) in the $500-1,000 range. Even in the $1,500 range, the coins look disappointing. This example in AU50 was the ONLY "nice" looking affordable example at the show. Retail PCGS value $3,300, and dealer was asking $3,000 which was dealer gray sheet "buy" price. Negotiated from $3000 down to $2900 from high-end dealer David Lawrence, who had "overbought" stock at the show and was anxious to just move merchandise fast, surprisingly below gray sheet buy price - which he acknowledged is a rare opportunity. He said dealers typically expect to make 10-15% profit on coins like this. Paid by check 10/26/2018 at Whitman Baltimore Coin Show. Previously sold at Stack's Bowers auction March 29th, 2017 for $2,820, so I purchased this coin very close to dealer's cost
1831 Bust Dime, PCGS AU50. Purchased for $372 at eBay 5/23/2012. This same exact coin was previously sold twice at Heritage auctions for $518 (7/30/2008) and again later for $383 (1/5/2011). So dealer basically sold it to me for less than his own cost!
1831 Bust Dime, PCGS AU50. Purchased for $372 at eBay 5/23/2012. This same exact coin was previously sold twice at Heritage auctions for $518 (7/30/2008) and again later for $383 (1/5/2011). So dealer basically sold it to me for less than his own cost!
1831 Bust Dime, PCGS AU50. Purchased for $372 at eBay 5/23/2012. This same exact coin was previously sold twice at Heritage auctions for $518 (7/30/2008) and again later for $383 (1/5/2011). So dealer basically sold it to me for less than his own cost!
1831 Bust Dime, PCGS AU50. Purchased for $372 at eBay 5/23/2012. This same exact coin was previously sold twice at Heritage auctions for $518 (7/30/2008) and again later for $383 (1/5/2011). So dealer basically sold it to me for less than his own cost!
1883 Seated Liberty Proof Dime, PCGS PR63CAM, CAC certified - nice eye appeal. Only 1039 minted; but some were later melted in 1884 as unsold. PCGS population 321 total. NGC population 34. CAC certified. Paid $657 at eBay 1/11/2013.
1883 Seated Liberty Proof Dime, PCGS PR63CAM, CAC certified - nice eye appeal. Only 1039 minted; but some were later melted in 1884 as unsold. PCGS population 321 total. NGC population 34. CAC certified. Paid $657 at eBay 1/11/2013.
1883 Seated Liberty Proof Dime, PCGS PR63CAM, CAC certified - nice eye appeal. Only 1039 minted; but some were later melted in 1884 as unsold. PCGS population 321 total. NGC population 34. CAC certified. Paid $657 at eBay 1/11/2013.
1883 Seated Liberty Proof Dime, PCGS PR63CAM, CAC certified - nice eye appeal. Only 1039 minted; but some were later melted in 1884 as unsold. PCGS population 321 total. NGC population 34. CAC certified. Paid $657 at eBay 1/11/2013.
1883 Seated Liberty Proof Dime, PCGS PR63CAM, CAC certified - nice eye appeal. Only 1039 minted; but some were later melted in 1884 as unsold. PCGS population 321 total. NGC population 34. CAC certified. Paid $657 at eBay 1/11/2013.
1883 Seated Liberty Proof Dime, PCGS PR63CAM, CAC certified - nice eye appeal. Only 1039 minted; but some were later melted in 1884 as unsold. PCGS population 321 total. NGC population 34. CAC certified. Paid $657 at eBay 1/11/2013.
1901 Barber Dime, PCGS PR63. Only 813 proofs minted Surviving PCGS population 247 total. Paid $489 at eBay 4/19/2013.
1901 Barber Dime, PCGS PR63. Only 813 proofs minted Surviving PCGS population 247 total. Paid $489 at eBay 4/19/2013.
1901 Barber Dime, PCGS PR63. Only 813 proofs minted Surviving PCGS population 247 total. Paid $489 at eBay 4/19/2013.
1901 Barber Dime, PCGS PR63. Only 813 proofs minted Surviving PCGS population 247 total. Paid $489 at eBay 4/19/2013.
1901 Barber Dime, PCGS PR63. Only 813 proofs minted Surviving PCGS population 247 total. Paid $489 at eBay 4/19/2013.
1942 D silver Mercury Dime PCGS MS66 FB (Full Split Bands) paid $34.49 ($29.99 + $4.50 shipping) at eBay 11/25/2018 in 1-bid auction. Accurately described as "Blazer" with super eye appeal, and silvery cartwheel luster...no spots !
1942 D silver Mercury Dime PCGS MS66 FB (Full Split Bands) paid $34.49 ($29.99 + $4.50 shipping) at eBay 11/25/2018 in 1-bid auction. Accurately described as "Blazer" with super eye appeal, and silvery cartwheel luster...no spots !
2010 S Silver Proof Roosevelt Dime PCGS PR70 DCAM - reduced from $24.94 to $19.49 by "make-an-offer" at eBay, plus received $1.76 credit in "eBay bucks", so net cost = $19.49 - $1.76 = $17.73
2010 S Silver Proof Roosevelt Dime PCGS PR70 DCAM - reduced from $24.94 to $19.49 by "make-an-offer" at eBay, plus received $1.76 credit in "eBay bucks", so net cost = $19.49 - $1.76 = $17.73
2010 S Silver Proof Roosevelt Dime PCGS PR70 DCAM - reduced from $24.94 to $19.49 by "make-an-offer" at eBay, plus received $1.76 credit in "eBay bucks", so net cost = $19.49 - $1.76 = $17.73
2010 S Silver Proof Roosevelt Dime PCGS PR70 DCAM - reduced from $24.94 to $19.49 by "make-an-offer" at eBay, plus received $1.76 credit in "eBay bucks", so net cost = $19.49 - $1.76 = $17.73
1875-S Twenty Cent Piece type coin, PCGS MS63. Outstanding luster! Problem-free coin with no distracting marks. Great eye appeal. Paid $1,300 at eBay 5/3/2014. At time of purchase, PCGS price guide value is $1,400.
1875-S Twenty Cent Piece type coin, PCGS MS63. Outstanding luster! Problem-free coin with no distracting marks. Great eye appeal. Paid $1,300 at eBay 5/3/2014. At time of purchase, PCGS price guide value is $1,400.
1875-S Twenty Cent Piece type coin, PCGS MS63. Outstanding luster! Problem-free coin with no distracting marks. Great eye appeal. Paid $1,300 at eBay 5/3/2014. At time of purchase, PCGS price guide value is $1,400.
1875-S Twenty Cent Piece type coin, PCGS MS63. Outstanding luster! Problem-free coin with no distracting marks. Great eye appeal. Paid $1,300 at eBay 5/3/2014. At time of purchase, PCGS price guide value is $1,400.
1875-S Twenty Cent Piece type coin, PCGS MS63. Outstanding luster! Problem-free coin with no distracting marks. Great eye appeal. Paid $1,300 at eBay 5/3/2014. At time of purchase, PCGS price guide value is $1,400.
1875-S Twenty Cent Piece type coin, PCGS MS63. Outstanding luster! Problem-free coin with no distracting marks. Great eye appeal. Paid $1,300 at eBay 5/3/2014. At time of purchase, PCGS price guide value is $1,400.
1805 Draped Bust Quarter PCGS VG10. Nice attractive piece with pleasing obverse ("money side") which looks like it's almost Fine. This coin was selected for the obverse's good eye-appeal for the PCGS-assigned grade of VG10. An ideal candidate for collectors seeking lower grade early silver type coin with better eye appeal. Seller described as "1805 Bust Quarter PCGS VG10 LIBEITY Strike Variety". This die variety with a weak right side of the letter "R" in LIBERTY is known as Browning-2, or "B-2". Popular 19th century type coin. Purchased $605 at eBay ($595 buy-it-now + $10 shipping = $605 total), from seller in Wisconsin (Greater Milwaukee Coin). At time of purchase, retail PCGS value was $750, and NGC value was $620 In 1805 the US mint made a real effort to produce Quarter Dollars for circulation. The coins were delivered in 7 warrants issued between April 29 and July 31, 1805. The result was a large mintage of over 121,000 pieces, easily eclipsing the tiny mintages of 1796 and 1804. When these coins were minted, Thomas Jefferson was President of the United States. Today, only hundreds of better certified, circulated examples, complement the surviving raw pieces that are available to collectors. Mint State examples are particularly elusive and far more expensive. The most frequently-seen mint grade is MS63, where at least a dozen examples are known. MS64 examples are rare, and only one example is known in MS65. Five different obverse and reverse die combinations exist for this year. These 5 varieties, are known Browning varietes B-1, B2, B-3, B-4, and B-5 and are comprised of four different obverses (one used for 2 die marriages) and four different reverses (one used for 2 die marriages). Browning varieties 2 and 3 are common, while B-1, B-4, and B-5 are all scarce. B-5 used the same obverse as B-1. B-3 uses the same reverse as B-2. My example is Browning-2, which on the obverse, typically has a weak right side of the R in Liberty. On the reverse, there is a missing gap in one of the rim dentils above E of STATES, the C touches the eagle's tail, and there are defects at the feet of some of the letters and numbers. B-2 is a slightly scarcer die marriage than B-3, which is the most common variety. There are only a little more than 1000 surviving graded examples of 1805 quarters extant in all conditions Census as of July 2020: PCGS pop report total 855 graded; NGC census: total 372 graded Only about 50% of graded coins are better than VG10
1805 Draped Bust Quarter PCGS VG10. Nice attractive piece with pleasing obverse ("money side") which looks like it's almost Fine. This coin was selected for the obverse's good eye-appeal for the PCGS-assigned grade of VG10. An ideal candidate for collectors seeking lower grade early silver type coin with better eye appeal. Seller described as "1805 Bust Quarter PCGS VG10 LIBEITY Strike Variety". This die variety with a weak right side of the letter "R" in LIBERTY is known as Browning-2, or "B-2". Popular 19th century type coin. Purchased $605 at eBay ($595 buy-it-now + $10 shipping = $605 total), from seller in Wisconsin (Greater Milwaukee Coin). At time of purchase, retail PCGS value was $750, and NGC value was $620 In 1805 the US mint made a real effort to produce Quarter Dollars for circulation. The coins were delivered in 7 warrants issued between April 29 and July 31, 1805. The result was a large mintage of over 121,000 pieces, easily eclipsing the tiny mintages of 1796 and 1804. When these coins were minted, Thomas Jefferson was President of the United States. Today, only hundreds of better certified, circulated examples, complement the surviving raw pieces that are available to collectors. Mint State examples are particularly elusive and far more expensive. The most frequently-seen mint grade is MS63, where at least a dozen examples are known. MS64 examples are rare, and only one example is known in MS65. Five different obverse and reverse die combinations exist for this year. These 5 varieties, are known Browning varietes B-1, B2, B-3, B-4, and B-5 and are comprised of four different obverses (one used for 2 die marriages) and four different reverses (one used for 2 die marriages). Browning varieties 2 and 3 are common, while B-1, B-4, and B-5 are all scarce. B-5 used the same obverse as B-1. B-3 uses the same reverse as B-2. My example is Browning-2, which on the obverse, typically has a weak right side of the R in Liberty. On the reverse, there is a missing gap in one of the rim dentils above E of STATES, the C touches the eagle's tail, and there are defects at the feet of some of the letters and numbers. B-2 is a slightly scarcer die marriage than B-3, which is the most common variety. There are only a little more than 1000 surviving graded examples of 1805 quarters extant in all conditions Census as of July 2020: PCGS pop report total 855 graded; NGC census: total 372 graded Only about 50% of graded coins are better than VG10
1805 Draped Bust Quarter PCGS VG10. Nice attractive piece with pleasing obverse ("money side") which looks like it's almost Fine. This coin was selected for the obverse's good eye-appeal for the PCGS-assigned grade of VG10. An ideal candidate for collectors seeking lower grade early silver type coin with better eye appeal. Seller described as "1805 Bust Quarter PCGS VG10 LIBEITY Strike Variety". This die variety with a weak right side of the letter "R" in LIBERTY is known as Browning-2, or "B-2". Popular 19th century type coin. Purchased $605 at eBay ($595 buy-it-now + $10 shipping = $605 total), from seller in Wisconsin (Greater Milwaukee Coin). At time of purchase, retail PCGS value was $750, and NGC value was $620 In 1805 the US mint made a real effort to produce Quarter Dollars for circulation. The coins were delivered in 7 warrants issued between April 29 and July 31, 1805. The result was a large mintage of over 121,000 pieces, easily eclipsing the tiny mintages of 1796 and 1804. When these coins were minted, Thomas Jefferson was President of the United States. Today, only hundreds of better certified, circulated examples, complement the surviving raw pieces that are available to collectors. Mint State examples are particularly elusive and far more expensive. The most frequently-seen mint grade is MS63, where at least a dozen examples are known. MS64 examples are rare, and only one example is known in MS65. Five different obverse and reverse die combinations exist for this year. These 5 varieties, are known Browning varietes B-1, B2, B-3, B-4, and B-5 and are comprised of four different obverses (one used for 2 die marriages) and four different reverses (one used for 2 die marriages). Browning varieties 2 and 3 are common, while B-1, B-4, and B-5 are all scarce. B-5 used the same obverse as B-1. B-3 uses the same reverse as B-2. My example is Browning-2, which on the obverse, typically has a weak right side of the R in Liberty. On the reverse, there is a missing gap in one of the rim dentils above E of STATES, the C touches the eagle's tail, and there are defects at the feet of some of the letters and numbers. B-2 is a slightly scarcer die marriage than B-3, which is the most common variety. There are only a little more than 1000 surviving graded examples of 1805 quarters extant in all conditions Census as of July 2020: PCGS pop report total 855 graded; NGC census: total 372 graded Only about 50% of graded coins are better than VG10
1805 Draped Bust Quarter PCGS VG10. Nice attractive piece with pleasing obverse ("money side") which looks like it's almost Fine. This coin was selected for the obverse's good eye-appeal for the PCGS-assigned grade of VG10. An ideal candidate for collectors seeking lower grade early silver type coin with better eye appeal. Seller described as "1805 Bust Quarter PCGS VG10 LIBEITY Strike Variety". This die variety with a weak right side of the letter "R" in LIBERTY is known as Browning-2, or "B-2". Popular 19th century type coin. Purchased $605 at eBay ($595 buy-it-now + $10 shipping = $605 total), from seller in Wisconsin (Greater Milwaukee Coin). At time of purchase, retail PCGS value was $750, and NGC value was $620 In 1805 the US mint made a real effort to produce Quarter Dollars for circulation. The coins were delivered in 7 warrants issued between April 29 and July 31, 1805. The result was a large mintage of over 121,000 pieces, easily eclipsing the tiny mintages of 1796 and 1804. When these coins were minted, Thomas Jefferson was President of the United States. Today, only hundreds of better certified, circulated examples, complement the surviving raw pieces that are available to collectors. Mint State examples are particularly elusive and far more expensive. The most frequently-seen mint grade is MS63, where at least a dozen examples are known. MS64 examples are rare, and only one example is known in MS65. Five different obverse and reverse die combinations exist for this year. These 5 varieties, are known Browning varietes B-1, B2, B-3, B-4, and B-5 and are comprised of four different obverses (one used for 2 die marriages) and four different reverses (one used for 2 die marriages). Browning varieties 2 and 3 are common, while B-1, B-4, and B-5 are all scarce. B-5 used the same obverse as B-1. B-3 uses the same reverse as B-2. My example is Browning-2, which on the obverse, typically has a weak right side of the R in Liberty. On the reverse, there is a missing gap in one of the rim dentils above E of STATES, the C touches the eagle's tail, and there are defects at the feet of some of the letters and numbers. B-2 is a slightly scarcer die marriage than B-3, which is the most common variety. There are only a little more than 1000 surviving graded examples of 1805 quarters extant in all conditions Census as of July 2020: PCGS pop report total 855 graded; NGC census: total 372 graded Only about 50% of graded coins are better than VG10
1805 Draped Bust Quarter PCGS VG10. Nice attractive piece with pleasing obverse ("money side") which looks like it's almost Fine. This coin was selected for the obverse's good eye-appeal for the PCGS-assigned grade of VG10. An ideal candidate for collectors seeking lower grade early silver type coin with better eye appeal. Seller described as "1805 Bust Quarter PCGS VG10 LIBEITY Strike Variety". This die variety with a weak right side of the letter "R" in LIBERTY is known as Browning-2, or "B-2". Popular 19th century type coin. Purchased $605 at eBay ($595 buy-it-now + $10 shipping = $605 total), from seller in Wisconsin (Greater Milwaukee Coin). At time of purchase, retail PCGS value was $750, and NGC value was $620 In 1805 the US mint made a real effort to produce Quarter Dollars for circulation. The coins were delivered in 7 warrants issued between April 29 and July 31, 1805. The result was a large mintage of over 121,000 pieces, easily eclipsing the tiny mintages of 1796 and 1804. When these coins were minted, Thomas Jefferson was President of the United States. Today, only hundreds of better certified, circulated examples, complement the surviving raw pieces that are available to collectors. Mint State examples are particularly elusive and far more expensive. The most frequently-seen mint grade is MS63, where at least a dozen examples are known. MS64 examples are rare, and only one example is known in MS65. Five different obverse and reverse die combinations exist for this year. These 5 varieties, are known Browning varietes B-1, B2, B-3, B-4, and B-5 and are comprised of four different obverses (one used for 2 die marriages) and four different reverses (one used for 2 die marriages). Browning varieties 2 and 3 are common, while B-1, B-4, and B-5 are all scarce. B-5 used the same obverse as B-1. B-3 uses the same reverse as B-2. My example is Browning-2, which on the obverse, typically has a weak right side of the R in Liberty. On the reverse, there is a missing gap in one of the rim dentils above E of STATES, the C touches the eagle's tail, and there are defects at the feet of some of the letters and numbers. B-2 is a slightly scarcer die marriage than B-3, which is the most common variety. There are only a little more than 1000 surviving graded examples of 1805 quarters extant in all conditions Census as of July 2020: PCGS pop report total 855 graded; NGC census: total 372 graded Only about 50% of graded coins are better than VG10
1805 Draped Bust Quarter PCGS VG10. Nice attractive piece with pleasing obverse ("money side") which looks like it's almost Fine. This coin was selected for the obverse's good eye-appeal for the PCGS-assigned grade of VG10. An ideal candidate for collectors seeking lower grade early silver type coin with better eye appeal. Seller described as "1805 Bust Quarter PCGS VG10 LIBEITY Strike Variety". This die variety with a weak right side of the letter "R" in LIBERTY is known as Browning-2, or "B-2". Popular 19th century type coin. Purchased $605 at eBay ($595 buy-it-now + $10 shipping = $605 total), from seller in Wisconsin (Greater Milwaukee Coin). At time of purchase, retail PCGS value was $750, and NGC value was $620 In 1805 the US mint made a real effort to produce Quarter Dollars for circulation. The coins were delivered in 7 warrants issued between April 29 and July 31, 1805. The result was a large mintage of over 121,000 pieces, easily eclipsing the tiny mintages of 1796 and 1804. When these coins were minted, Thomas Jefferson was President of the United States. Today, only hundreds of better certified, circulated examples, complement the surviving raw pieces that are available to collectors. Mint State examples are particularly elusive and far more expensive. The most frequently-seen mint grade is MS63, where at least a dozen examples are known. MS64 examples are rare, and only one example is known in MS65. Five different obverse and reverse die combinations exist for this year. These 5 varieties, are known Browning varietes B-1, B2, B-3, B-4, and B-5 and are comprised of four different obverses (one used for 2 die marriages) and four different reverses (one used for 2 die marriages). Browning varieties 2 and 3 are common, while B-1, B-4, and B-5 are all scarce. B-5 used the same obverse as B-1. B-3 uses the same reverse as B-2. My example is Browning-2, which on the obverse, typically has a weak right side of the R in Liberty. On the reverse, there is a missing gap in one of the rim dentils above E of STATES, the C touches the eagle's tail, and there are defects at the feet of some of the letters and numbers. B-2 is a slightly scarcer die marriage than B-3, which is the most common variety. There are only a little more than 1000 surviving graded examples of 1805 quarters extant in all conditions Census as of July 2020: PCGS pop report total 855 graded; NGC census: total 372 graded Only about 50% of graded coins are better than VG10
1831 Capped Bust Quarter, PCGS XF45, Large Letters variety. Nice luster, almost AU. Paid $420 cash at Allentown coin show 12/2/2017 from dealer who had recently just purchased it himself at eBay 10/1/2017 (item 162673187359) for same price ($420). The eBay description was "1831 Capped Bust Early Silver Quarter (Large Letters) 25c - PCGS XF45". The dealer was trying to sell it for a profit at coin show, but wasn't getting any interest, so he was willing to sell it at cost
1831 Capped Bust Quarter, PCGS XF45, Large Letters variety. Nice luster, almost AU. Paid $420 cash at Allentown coin show 12/2/2017 from dealer who had recently just purchased it himself at eBay 10/1/2017 (item 162673187359) for same price ($420). The eBay description was "1831 Capped Bust Early Silver Quarter (Large Letters) 25c - PCGS XF45". The dealer was trying to sell it for a profit at coin show, but wasn't getting any interest, so he was willing to sell it at cost
1831 Capped Bust Quarter, PCGS XF45, Large Letters variety. Nice luster, almost AU. Paid $420 cash at Allentown coin show 12/2/2017 from dealer who had recently just purchased it himself at eBay 10/1/2017 (item 162673187359) for same price ($420). The eBay description was "1831 Capped Bust Early Silver Quarter (Large Letters) 25c - PCGS XF45". The dealer was trying to sell it for a profit at coin show, but wasn't getting any interest, so he was willing to sell it at cost
1831 Capped Bust Quarter, PCGS XF45, Large Letters variety. Nice luster, almost AU. Paid $420 cash at Allentown coin show 12/2/2017 from dealer who had recently just purchased it himself at eBay 10/1/2017 (item 162673187359) for same price ($420). The eBay description was "1831 Capped Bust Early Silver Quarter (Large Letters) 25c - PCGS XF45". The dealer was trying to sell it for a profit at coin show, but wasn't getting any interest, so he was willing to sell it at cost
"1884 Seated Quarter, PCGS PR63CAM. Frosty Cameo & Deep Mirrors". Only 875 minted. Surviving PCGS population 131 total
"1884 Seated Quarter, PCGS PR63CAM. Frosty Cameo & Deep Mirrors". Only 875 minted. Surviving PCGS population 131 total
"1884 Seated Quarter, PCGS PR63CAM. Frosty Cameo & Deep Mirrors". Only 875 minted. Surviving PCGS population 131 total
"1884 Seated Quarter, PCGS PR63CAM. Frosty Cameo & Deep Mirrors". Only 875 minted. Surviving PCGS population 131 total
1910 Barber Quarter, proof PR64CAM. Original seller's tag said "This coin is so frosty it will make you shiver". Originally purchased $400 in April 1977 by Robert Perch MD. Unfortunately, while being stored in a bank vault for almost 40-years, it acquired asymmetric toning on the right half of the obverse, but not the left half. It's a shame, it used to look "perfect", and was a coin I always admired the most in his collection. Submitted as raw coin to PCGS in 05/2014, was graded PR64CAM despite the asymmetric toning. Sold to son Steven Perch for $800 on 1/9/2015 at lowest possible fair market wholesale price at the time. Paid by check #160 from First Niagara Bank (now Key Bank).
1910 Barber Quarter, proof PR64CAM. Original seller's tag said "This coin is so frosty it will make you shiver". Originally purchased $400 in April 1977 by Robert Perch MD. Unfortunately, while being stored in a bank vault for almost 40-years, it acquired asymmetric toning on the right half of the obverse, but not the left half. It's a shame, it used to look "perfect", and was a coin I always admired the most in his collection. Submitted as raw coin to PCGS in 05/2014, was graded PR64CAM despite the asymmetric toning. Sold to son Steven Perch for $800 on 1/9/2015 at lowest possible fair market wholesale price at the time. Paid by check #160 from First Niagara Bank (now Key Bank).
1910 Barber Quarter, proof PR64CAM. Original seller's tag said "This coin is so frosty it will make you shiver". Originally purchased $400 in April 1977 by Robert Perch MD. Unfortunately, while being stored in a bank vault for almost 40-years, it acquired asymmetric toning on the right half of the obverse, but not the left half. It's a shame, it used to look "perfect", and was a coin I always admired the most in his collection. Submitted as raw coin to PCGS in 05/2014, was graded PR64CAM despite the asymmetric toning. Sold to son Steven Perch for $800 on 1/9/2015 at lowest possible fair market wholesale price at the time. Paid by check #160 from First Niagara Bank (now Key Bank).
1917 Type 2 Standing Liberty Quarter, PCGSMS63FH, Full Head (FH). Old blue holder, conservatively graded. Great eye appeal
1917 Type 2 Standing Liberty Quarter, PCGSMS63FH, Full Head (FH). Old blue holder, conservatively graded. Great eye appeal
1795 Flowing Hair Half Dollar, nice "2-tone" appearance. Paid $1,350 by check from Baltimore Coin Show dealer Harry Laibstain Rare Coins (HLRC). He is one of the largest high-end coin dealers, and this was his most affordable example. When I tried to bargain, he refused to budge, noting that other dealers typically try to retail this coin for $1,700 (I knew he was correct, from comparing prices in the room). Similar coins don't sell for less than $1,400 at eBay unless they have condition problems. I selected this coin as the least expensive example in "presentable" condition, VG10, but the reverse is actually better than this for grade. Importantly, the "1795" year date is strong and readable. The nice "2-tone" color appearance makes it easy on the eyes to see the design. Nice problem-free coin, but note uneven rim wear at 9:00 oclock on obverse.
1795 Flowing Hair Half Dollar, nice "2-tone" appearance. Paid $1,350 by check from Baltimore Coin Show dealer Harry Laibstain Rare Coins (HLRC). He is one of the largest high-end coin dealers, and this was his most affordable example. When I tried to bargain, he refused to budge, noting that other dealers typically try to retail this coin for $1,700 (I knew he was correct, from comparing prices in the room). Similar coins don't sell for less than $1,400 at eBay unless they have condition problems. I selected this coin as the least expensive example in "presentable" condition, VG10, but the reverse is actually better than this for grade. Importantly, the "1795" year date is strong and readable. The nice "2-tone" color appearance makes it easy on the eyes to see the design. Nice problem-free coin, but note uneven rim wear at 9:00 oclock on obverse.
1805 Draped Bust Half PCGS XF CAC - purchased for $2,000 by check to experienced high-end dealer Phil Hinkelman of "Eye Appealing Coins" (dealer at Baltimore coin show 11/14/2019). Bargained down from $2,150 to $2,000, which dealer said was his dealer-to-dealer pice. Paid by check #890 from Key Bank. Dealer pointed out that 1805 is ideal year for type-set collectors, because it is known for good strikes, showing fine detail in the hair, that makes it more attractive than other year dates with weaker strikes. This coin has good eye appeal. Previously sold at Heritage auctions 3/16/2019 (without CAC sticker) for $1,680, so dealer made about 20% profit.
1805 Draped Bust Half PCGS XF CAC - purchased for $2,000 by check to experienced high-end dealer Phil Hinkelman of "Eye Appealing Coins" (dealer at Baltimore coin show 11/14/2019). Bargained down from $2,150 to $2,000, which dealer said was his dealer-to-dealer pice. Paid by check #890 from Key Bank. Dealer pointed out that 1805 is ideal year for type-set collectors, because it is known for good strikes, showing fine detail in the hair, that makes it more attractive than other year dates with weaker strikes. This coin has good eye appeal. Previously sold at Heritage auctions 3/16/2019 (without CAC sticker) for $1,680, so dealer made about 20% profit.
1832 Small Letters Capped Bust Half Dollar, PCGS MS62. This was clearly one of the best coins at the Allentown coin show that day, and rare chance to get a mint state early half dollar. Dealer bargained from $1,500 initial asking price, down to $1,350 (10% off), which was about $150 profit above the current $1,200 "gray sheet" dealer's buy price. Paid total of $1,350 value with $100 cash + trade-in 1923 $20 St Gaudens gold coin for $1,250 value (a little less than current gold value $1,300/oz). Unfortunately, I had previously overpaid for the gold coin $1,625 at Fort Washington coin show 3/24/2013 when gold was about $1,600/oz in 2013. Afterwards, researched similar gold coin recently sold at auction at eBay for $1,262. So I got fair selling price for gold piece. But effectively paid $1,725 for the 1832 MS62 half dollar.
1832 Small Letters Capped Bust Half Dollar, PCGS MS62. This was clearly one of the best coins at the Allentown coin show that day, and rare chance to get a mint state early half dollar. Dealer bargained from $1,500 initial asking price, down to $1,350 (10% off), which was about $150 profit above the current $1,200 "gray sheet" dealer's buy price. Paid total of $1,350 value with $100 cash + trade-in 1923 $20 St Gaudens gold coin for $1,250 value (a little less than current gold value $1,300/oz). Unfortunately, I had previously overpaid for the gold coin $1,625 at Fort Washington coin show 3/24/2013 when gold was about $1,600/oz in 2013. Afterwards, researched similar gold coin recently sold at auction at eBay for $1,262. So I got fair selling price for gold piece. But effectively paid $1,725 for the 1832 MS62 half dollar.
Only 1,110 minted (scarce!). This is among the best known examples. Paid $2,550 cash from dealer Christopher Berinato. Dealer said he had paid $2350 himself (but auction records show he actually paid $2160 at Heritage auction 6/17/2018). He said he was asking $3000 retail online, but quickly came down to $2600, but ultimately bargained down to $2550 when I offered to pay cash. Phenomenal eye-appeal with "black & white" cameo appearance, with solid frosty white subjects against black-mirrored background. Probably undergraded, since looks "DCAM", but was only graded "CAM". There is a splash of fuzziness at 2:00 oclock on obverse, but dealer pointed out if it didn't have this minor flaw it would have been graded PR66-67, and cost a lot more. Dealer pointed out the reverse looks "perfect". Dealer said that a few years ago, this coin would have cost $5,000 but that there's been a "bear market" in expensive coins. Still, he says they sell briskly in the mid-$2000 range, and pointed out how many others he sold at the show so far. He said he was pricing them for fast turnover, but if he held out for months on eBay at a higher asking price he might be able to sell if for close to $3,000.
Only 1,110 minted (scarce!). This is among the best known examples. Paid $2,550 cash from dealer Christopher Berinato. Dealer said he had paid $2350 himself (but auction records show he actually paid $2160 at Heritage auction 6/17/2018). He said he was asking $3000 retail online, but quickly came down to $2600, but ultimately bargained down to $2550 when I offered to pay cash. Phenomenal eye-appeal with "black & white" cameo appearance, with solid frosty white subjects against black-mirrored background. Probably undergraded, since looks "DCAM", but was only graded "CAM". There is a splash of fuzziness at 2:00 oclock on obverse, but dealer pointed out if it didn't have this minor flaw it would have been graded PR66-67, and cost a lot more. Dealer pointed out the reverse looks "perfect". Dealer said that a few years ago, this coin would have cost $5,000 but that there's been a "bear market" in expensive coins. Still, he says they sell briskly in the mid-$2000 range, and pointed out how many others he sold at the show so far. He said he was pricing them for fast turnover, but if he held out for months on eBay at a higher asking price he might be able to sell if for close to $3,000.
Only 1,110 minted (scarce!). This is among the best known examples. Paid $2,550 cash from dealer Christopher Berinato. Dealer said he had paid $2350 himself (but auction records show he actually paid $2160 at Heritage auction 6/17/2018). He said he was asking $3000 retail online, but quickly came down to $2600, but ultimately bargained down to $2550 when I offered to pay cash. Phenomenal eye-appeal with "black & white" cameo appearance, with solid frosty white subjects against black-mirrored background. Probably undergraded, since looks "DCAM", but was only graded "CAM". There is a splash of fuzziness at 2:00 oclock on obverse, but dealer pointed out if it didn't have this minor flaw it would have been graded PR66-67, and cost a lot more. Dealer pointed out the reverse looks "perfect". Dealer said that a few years ago, this coin would have cost $5,000 but that there's been a "bear market" in expensive coins. Still, he says they sell briskly in the mid-$2000 range, and pointed out how many others he sold at the show so far. He said he was pricing them for fast turnover, but if he held out for months on eBay at a higher asking price he might be able to sell if for close to $3,000.
Only 1,110 minted (scarce!). This is among the best known examples. Paid $2,550 cash from dealer Christopher Berinato. Dealer said he had paid $2350 himself (but auction records show he actually paid $2160 at Heritage auction 6/17/2018). He said he was asking $3000 retail online, but quickly came down to $2600, but ultimately bargained down to $2550 when I offered to pay cash. Phenomenal eye-appeal with "black & white" cameo appearance, with solid frosty white subjects against black-mirrored background. Probably undergraded, since looks "DCAM", but was only graded "CAM". There is a splash of fuzziness at 2:00 oclock on obverse, but dealer pointed out if it didn't have this minor flaw it would have been graded PR66-67, and cost a lot more. Dealer pointed out the reverse looks "perfect". Dealer said that a few years ago, this coin would have cost $5,000 but that there's been a "bear market" in expensive coins. Still, he says they sell briskly in the mid-$2000 range, and pointed out how many others he sold at the show so far. He said he was pricing them for fast turnover, but if he held out for months on eBay at a higher asking price he might be able to sell if for close to $3,000.
Only 1,110 minted (scarce!). This is among the best known examples. Paid $2,550 cash from dealer Christopher Berinato. Dealer said he had paid $2350 himself (but auction records show he actually paid $2160 at Heritage auction 6/17/2018). He said he was asking $3000 retail online, but quickly came down to $2600, but ultimately bargained down to $2550 when I offered to pay cash. Phenomenal eye-appeal with "black & white" cameo appearance, with solid frosty white subjects against black-mirrored background. Probably undergraded, since looks "DCAM", but was only graded "CAM". There is a splash of fuzziness at 2:00 oclock on obverse, but dealer pointed out if it didn't have this minor flaw it would have been graded PR66-67, and cost a lot more. Dealer pointed out the reverse looks "perfect". Dealer said that a few years ago, this coin would have cost $5,000 but that there's been a "bear market" in expensive coins. Still, he says they sell briskly in the mid-$2000 range, and pointed out how many others he sold at the show so far. He said he was pricing them for fast turnover, but if he held out for months on eBay at a higher asking price he might be able to sell if for close to $3,000.
Only 1,110 minted (scarce!). This is among the best known examples. Paid $2,550 cash from dealer Christopher Berinato. Dealer said he had paid $2350 himself (but auction records show he actually paid $2160 at Heritage auction 6/17/2018). He said he was asking $3000 retail online, but quickly came down to $2600, but ultimately bargained down to $2550 when I offered to pay cash. Phenomenal eye-appeal with "black & white" cameo appearance, with solid frosty white subjects against black-mirrored background. Probably undergraded, since looks "DCAM", but was only graded "CAM". There is a splash of fuzziness at 2:00 oclock on obverse, but dealer pointed out if it didn't have this minor flaw it would have been graded PR66-67, and cost a lot more. Dealer pointed out the reverse looks "perfect". Dealer said that a few years ago, this coin would have cost $5,000 but that there's been a "bear market" in expensive coins. Still, he says they sell briskly in the mid-$2000 range, and pointed out how many others he sold at the show so far. He said he was pricing them for fast turnover, but if he held out for months on eBay at a higher asking price he might be able to sell if for close to $3,000.
2014-S Kennedy Half, proof PCGS PR70 DCAM special limited edition SILVER proof. Best condition possible. Paid $40 buy-it-now, but also received $4 credit in "eBay bucks" (10% off sale). True market value on eBay is $40-45, consistently. Rarely are "silver" proofs offered in PR70 for less than $40
2014-S Kennedy Half, proof PCGS PR70 DCAM special limited edition SILVER proof. Best condition possible. Paid $40 buy-it-now, but also received $4 credit in "eBay bucks" (10% off sale). True market value on eBay is $40-45, consistently. Rarely are "silver" proofs offered in PR70 for less than $40
2014-S Kennedy Half, proof PCGS PR70 DCAM special limited edition SILVER proof. Best condition possible. Paid $40 buy-it-now, but also received $4 credit in "eBay bucks" (10% off sale). True market value on eBay is $40-45, consistently. Rarely are "silver" proofs offered in PR70 for less than $40
2014-S Kennedy Half, proof PCGS PR70 DCAM special limited edition SILVER proof. Best condition possible. Paid $40 buy-it-now, but also received $4 credit in "eBay bucks" (10% off sale). True market value on eBay is $40-45, consistently. Rarely are "silver" proofs offered in PR70 for less than $40
1795 Flowing Hair Dollar, Three Leaf Variety. PCGS Genuine, Fine Details, Cleaned (code 92). Acquired in trade at Allentown coin show. Dealer Tom Hyland had this coin in his stock for years, and I'd been admiring it yearly since around 2013, but he was asking $4000 retail. He was willing to come down to $3700 quickly, and eventually came down to $3450 when I showed him a list of comparable sales at eBay. Even this is a generous price for a PCGS "genuine" coin (cleaned, ungraded), but we agree it has "Fine details" (F12-F15) and nice eye appeal. I tried to find a nicer one at the Baltimore coin show 11/10/2017 but they were always much more expensive if nicer. Comparable ones to this go at eBay closer to $3000, so I probably overpaid $500 but he was willing to take combination of $2200 cash plus return of a coin I had purchased from him in 2013 (colonial Virginia cent MS64) for $1250 credit. Total cost = $1250 credit + $2200 cash = $3450 total at Dec 2017 Allentown coin show
1795 Flowing Hair Dollar, Three Leaf Variety. PCGS Genuine, Fine Details, Cleaned (code 92). Acquired in trade at Allentown coin show. Dealer Tom Hyland had this coin in his stock for years, and I'd been admiring it yearly since around 2013, but he was asking $4000 retail. He was willing to come down to $3700 quickly, and eventually came down to $3450 when I showed him a list of comparable sales at eBay. Even this is a generous price for a PCGS "genuine" coin (cleaned, ungraded), but we agree it has "Fine details" (F12-F15) and nice eye appeal. I tried to find a nicer one at the Baltimore coin show 11/10/2017 but they were always much more expensive if nicer. Comparable ones to this go at eBay closer to $3000, so I probably overpaid $500 but he was willing to take combination of $2200 cash plus return of a coin I had purchased from him in 2013 (colonial Virginia cent MS64) for $1250 credit. Total cost = $1250 credit + $2200 cash = $3450 total at Dec 2017 Allentown coin show
1799 Draped Bust silver dollar, PCGS F15. Negotiated down from $2000 (on eBay) to $1725 (off-eBay). Purchased 7/13/2012 by paypal from coin dealer William Fraser of Cumming, GA (770-241-3180)
1799 Draped Bust silver dollar, PCGS F15. Negotiated down from $2000 (on eBay) to $1725 (off-eBay). Purchased 7/13/2012 by paypal from coin dealer William Fraser of Cumming, GA (770-241-3180)
1799 Draped Bust silver dollar, PCGS F15. Negotiated down from $2000 (on eBay) to $1725 (off-eBay). Purchased 7/13/2012 by paypal from coin dealer William Fraser of Cumming, GA (770-241-3180)
1799 Draped Bust silver dollar, PCGS F15. Negotiated down from $2000 (on eBay) to $1725 (off-eBay). Purchased 7/13/2012 by paypal from coin dealer William Fraser of Cumming, GA (770-241-3180)
1799 Draped Bust silver dollar, PCGS F15. Negotiated down from $2000 (on eBay) to $1725 (off-eBay). Purchased 7/13/2012 by paypal from coin dealer William Fraser of Cumming, GA (770-241-3180)
1799 Draped Bust silver dollar, PCGS F15. Negotiated down from $2000 (on eBay) to $1725 (off-eBay). Purchased 7/13/2012 by paypal from coin dealer William Fraser of Cumming, GA (770-241-3180)
1799 Draped Bust silver dollar, PCGS F15. Negotiated down from $2000 (on eBay) to $1725 (off-eBay). Purchased 7/13/2012 by paypal from coin dealer William Fraser of Cumming, GA (770-241-3180)
1872 Liberty Seated Silver Dollar PCGS AU 50. Well-preserved. Light wear can be seen on the highest points of the upper portrait including Liberty's face, right arm, bust and flag. Otherwise, the coin is well struck and free from significant clash marks or other flaws. As can be seen in the digital images reflective surfaces dominate both sides of this impressive example of the popular Seated Liberty Silver Dollar. Paid $805 at eBay 6/15/2014. The same coin had previously sold for $1,035 at Heritage auctions 3/17/2011, so I bought it below dealer's original cost.
1872 Liberty Seated Silver Dollar PCGS AU 50. Well-preserved. Light wear can be seen on the highest points of the upper portrait including Liberty's face, right arm, bust and flag. Otherwise, the coin is well struck and free from significant clash marks or other flaws. As can be seen in the digital images reflective surfaces dominate both sides of this impressive example of the popular Seated Liberty Silver Dollar. Paid $805 at eBay 6/15/2014. The same coin had previously sold for $1,035 at Heritage auctions 3/17/2011, so I bought it below dealer's original cost.
1874-S Trade Dollar, PCGS AU50. Conservatively graded Old Green Holder (OGH), superior eye appeal, especially obverse. Paid $400 cash at Ft Washington coin show 1/27/2013. I already had one that I had purchased at eBay the year before, but I liked this one better
1874-S Trade Dollar, PCGS AU50. Conservatively graded Old Green Holder (OGH), superior eye appeal, especially obverse. Paid $400 cash at Ft Washington coin show 1/27/2013. I already had one that I had purchased at eBay the year before, but I liked this one better
1881-S Morgan Dollar, PCGS MS65, OGH (old green holder label), CAC approved for eye appeal, ex Pedram Collection pedigree PCGS # 9676253. Paid $190 at eBay 6/13/2015. This same coin had previously sold for $147 at Heritage auction 9/22/2013
1881-S Morgan Dollar, PCGS MS65, OGH (old green holder label), CAC approved for eye appeal, ex Pedram Collection pedigree PCGS # 9676253. Paid $190 at eBay 6/13/2015. This same coin had previously sold for $147 at Heritage auction 9/22/2013
1881-S Morgan Dollar, PCGS MS65, OGH (old green holder label), CAC approved for eye appeal, ex Pedram Collection pedigree PCGS # 9676253. Paid $190 at eBay 6/13/2015. This same coin had previously sold for $147 at Heritage auction 9/22/2013
1881-S Morgan Dollar, PCGS MS65, OGH (old green holder label), CAC approved for eye appeal, ex Pedram Collection pedigree PCGS # 9676253. Paid $190 at eBay 6/13/2015. This same coin had previously sold for $147 at Heritage auction 9/22/2013
1923 $1 Peace Dollar, PCGS MS65, conservatively graded Old Green Holder (OGH)
1923 $1 Peace Dollar, PCGS MS65, conservatively graded Old Green Holder (OGH)
1923 $1 Peace Dollar, PCGS MS65, conservatively graded Old Green Holder (OGH)
40% Silver proof Eisenhower Dollar PCGS PR69 DCAM. Paid $25 as part of group of 4 coins for $79.87 (1971-S, 1972-S, 1973-S, 1974-S) won at eBay auction 12/14/2019 (20-bids) for $74.88 + $4.99 = $79.87 total. Similar sets typically sell in price range from $65 to $75 (not counting shipping), but sometimes up to $90.
40% Silver proof Eisenhower Dollar PCGS PR69 DCAM. Paid $25 as part of group of 4 coins for $79.87 (1971-S, 1972-S, 1973-S, 1974-S) won at eBay auction 12/14/2019 (20-bids) for $74.88 + $4.99 = $79.87 total. Similar sets typically sell in price range from $65 to $75 (not counting shipping), but sometimes up to $90.
Susan B Anthony (SBA) 1981 S $1 Type I dollar proof PCGS PR70DCAM. Highest grade possible. Purchased at eBay for $36.34 at eBay. Made-an-offer, reducing price from $45 to $36.50 plus $3.50 shipping, but also received $3.66 credit in "eBay bucks" (10% off sale). Net cost = $36.50 + $3.50 - $3.66 = $36.34
Susan B Anthony (SBA) 1981 S $1 Type I dollar proof PCGS PR70DCAM. Highest grade possible. Purchased at eBay for $36.34 at eBay. Made-an-offer, reducing price from $45 to $36.50 plus $3.50 shipping, but also received $3.66 credit in "eBay bucks" (10% off sale). Net cost = $36.50 + $3.50 - $3.66 = $36.34
Susan B Anthony (SBA) 1981 S $1 Type I dollar proof PCGS PR70DCAM. Highest grade possible. Purchased at eBay for $36.34 at eBay. Made-an-offer, reducing price from $45 to $36.50 plus $3.50 shipping, but also received $3.66 credit in "eBay bucks" (10% off sale). Net cost = $36.50 + $3.50 - $3.66 = $36.34
Susan B Anthony (SBA) 1981 S $1 Type I dollar proof PCGS PR70DCAM. Highest grade possible. Purchased at eBay for $36.34 at eBay. Made-an-offer, reducing price from $45 to $36.50 plus $3.50 shipping, but also received $3.66 credit in "eBay bucks" (10% off sale). Net cost = $36.50 + $3.50 - $3.66 = $36.34
Purchased at Baltimore coin show, bargained down from $7.50 to $5.00 in bundle deal
Purchased at Baltimore coin show, bargained down from $7.50 to $5.00 in bundle deal
First Strike PR70DCAM - new proof "Innovation" series dollar, Edison invents Light Bulb in NJ. Purchased $45.50 eBay 12/16/2019 (9-bid auction, won for $42 + $3.50 shipping)
First Strike PR70DCAM - new proof "Innovation" series dollar, Edison invents Light Bulb in NJ. Purchased $45.50 eBay 12/16/2019 (9-bid auction, won for $42 + $3.50 shipping)
1852 Gold $1, PCGS AU58 (but looks nicer). Conservatively graded, in old blue holder. Paid $275.22 at eBay auction 1/28/2012. Interestingly, this same exact coin previously sold for $276 (same price) at Heritage Auctions 6/5/2011.
1852 Gold $1, PCGS AU58 (but looks nicer). Conservatively graded, in old blue holder. Paid $275.22 at eBay auction 1/28/2012. Interestingly, this same exact coin previously sold for $276 (same price) at Heritage Auctions 6/5/2011.
1852 Gold $1, PCGS AU58 (but looks nicer). Conservatively graded, in old blue holder. Paid $275.22 at eBay auction 1/28/2012. Interestingly, this same exact coin previously sold for $276 (same price) at Heritage Auctions 6/5/2011.
1856 Gold $1, PCGS AU58, "Slanted 5" date variety. Paid $310 at eBay 1/21/2012
1856 Gold $1, PCGS AU58, "Slanted 5" date variety. Paid $310 at eBay 1/21/2012
1856 Gold $1, PCGS AU58, "Slanted 5" date variety. Paid $310 at eBay 1/21/2012
1856 Gold $1, PCGS AU58, "Slanted 5" date variety. Paid $310 at eBay 1/21/2012
1834 PCGS AU53 "Classic Head" $2.5 gold. Nice US type coin. Better than average, without any copper spots or obvious dings/distractions. Seller had priced it to sell at $1,075, and accepted offer for $1,025, plus I received 5% off in "eBay bucks" ($51.25) so net price was $973.75. At time of purchase, PCGS retail was $1250, but similar coins typically sell between $1,000-$1,100 at eBay. Gold about $2,000/oz at time of purchase during covid pandemic, but most of coin's value is numismatic as scarce type coin
1834 PCGS AU53 "Classic Head" $2.5 gold. Nice US type coin. Better than average, without any copper spots or obvious dings/distractions. Seller had priced it to sell at $1,075, and accepted offer for $1,025, plus I received 5% off in "eBay bucks" ($51.25) so net price was $973.75. At time of purchase, PCGS retail was $1250, but similar coins typically sell between $1,000-$1,100 at eBay. Gold about $2,000/oz at time of purchase during covid pandemic, but most of coin's value is numismatic as scarce type coin
1834 PCGS AU53 "Classic Head" $2.5 gold. Nice US type coin. Better than average, without any copper spots or obvious dings/distractions. Seller had priced it to sell at $1,075, and accepted offer for $1,025, plus I received 5% off in "eBay bucks" ($51.25) so net price was $973.75. At time of purchase, PCGS retail was $1250, but similar coins typically sell between $1,000-$1,100 at eBay. Gold about $2,000/oz at time of purchase during covid pandemic, but most of coin's value is numismatic as scarce type coin
1874 Gold $3 PCGS AU58. Popular scarce $3 gold type coin. Paid $1,250 cash at Ft Washington coin show 1/27/2013 from high-volume gold coin dealer for price below dealer gray sheet bid price ($1370) at time of purchase
1874 Gold $3 PCGS AU58. Popular scarce $3 gold type coin. Paid $1,250 cash at Ft Washington coin show 1/27/2013 from high-volume gold coin dealer for price below dealer gray sheet bid price ($1370) at time of purchase
1874 Gold $3 PCGS AU58. Popular scarce $3 gold type coin. Paid $1,250 cash at Ft Washington coin show 1/27/2013 from high-volume gold coin dealer for price below dealer gray sheet bid price ($1370) at time of purchase
Rim Damage at 10 & 3 oclock Spot gold $1675/oz when purchased 12/31/2012 at eBay for $501
Rim Damage at 10 & 3 oclock Spot gold $1675/oz when purchased 12/31/2012 at eBay for $501
Rim Damage at 10 & 3 oclock Spot gold $1675/oz when purchased 12/31/2012 at eBay for $501
Rim Damage at 10 & 3 oclock Spot gold $1675/oz when purchased 12/31/2012 at eBay for $501
Rim Damage at 10 & 3 oclock Spot gold $1675/oz when purchased 12/31/2012 at eBay for $501
Net price = $428.50 at eBay 9/24/2018 (paid $475 buy-it-now, but received $47.50 credit in eBay bucks for temporary 10% eBay promotion). Comparable sales were going for $469-486 at eBay, so fair price. Purchased when gold $1200/oz
Net price = $428.50 at eBay 9/24/2018 (paid $475 buy-it-now, but received $47.50 credit in eBay bucks for temporary 10% eBay promotion). Comparable sales were going for $469-486 at eBay, so fair price. Purchased when gold $1200/oz
Net price = $428.50 at eBay 9/24/2018 (paid $475 buy-it-now, but received $47.50 credit in eBay bucks for temporary 10% eBay promotion). Comparable sales were going for $469-486 at eBay, so fair price. Purchased when gold $1200/oz
Net price = $428.50 at eBay 9/24/2018 (paid $475 buy-it-now, but received $47.50 credit in eBay bucks for temporary 10% eBay promotion). Comparable sales were going for $469-486 at eBay, so fair price. Purchased when gold $1200/oz
Spot gold $1205 when purchased at eBay.. Net price = $463.50 (Paid $515.00 buy-it-now, but received $51.50 credit in eBay bucks, so net price $463.50). Dealer initially was asking $590 retail, with no takers at eBay. I "made offer" for $515, citing recent similar item 1909-D MS62 $5 Indian sold at eBay for $515 in preceding month. Dealer accepted my offer, but I also got $51.50 credit due to 10% limited-time eBay promotion. Seller's description said "1909-d $5 Gold Half Eagle PCGS MS62: This coin has bright flashy luster and is problem-free. I have looked at many of these and have found that decent MS62 coins are few and far between. Big price jump to MS63, so grab this beauty today."
Spot gold $1205 when purchased at eBay.. Net price = $463.50 (Paid $515.00 buy-it-now, but received $51.50 credit in eBay bucks, so net price $463.50). Dealer initially was asking $590 retail, with no takers at eBay. I "made offer" for $515, citing recent similar item 1909-D MS62 $5 Indian sold at eBay for $515 in preceding month. Dealer accepted my offer, but I also got $51.50 credit due to 10% limited-time eBay promotion. Seller's description said "1909-d $5 Gold Half Eagle PCGS MS62: This coin has bright flashy luster and is problem-free. I have looked at many of these and have found that decent MS62 coins are few and far between. Big price jump to MS63, so grab this beauty today."
Spot gold $1205 when purchased at eBay.. Net price = $463.50 (Paid $515.00 buy-it-now, but received $51.50 credit in eBay bucks, so net price $463.50). Dealer initially was asking $590 retail, with no takers at eBay. I "made offer" for $515, citing recent similar item 1909-D MS62 $5 Indian sold at eBay for $515 in preceding month. Dealer accepted my offer, but I also got $51.50 credit due to 10% limited-time eBay promotion. Seller's description said "1909-d $5 Gold Half Eagle PCGS MS62: This coin has bright flashy luster and is problem-free. I have looked at many of these and have found that decent MS62 coins are few and far between. Big price jump to MS63, so grab this beauty today."
Spot gold $1205 when purchased at eBay.. Net price = $463.50 (Paid $515.00 buy-it-now, but received $51.50 credit in eBay bucks, so net price $463.50). Dealer initially was asking $590 retail, with no takers at eBay. I "made offer" for $515, citing recent similar item 1909-D MS62 $5 Indian sold at eBay for $515 in preceding month. Dealer accepted my offer, but I also got $51.50 credit due to 10% limited-time eBay promotion. Seller's description said "1909-d $5 Gold Half Eagle PCGS MS62: This coin has bright flashy luster and is problem-free. I have looked at many of these and have found that decent MS62 coins are few and far between. Big price jump to MS63, so grab this beauty today."
1900 Gold $10 PCGS MS63 OGH. Spot gold $1180 when purchased. Paid $800 cash on 12/3/16 at Allentown coin show. "Old green holder" (OGH) PCGS MS63. Big price jump between MS63 and MS64. This one at high-end of MS63 since OGH. Similar OGH MS63 selling $850 eBay
1900 Gold $10 PCGS MS63 OGH. Spot gold $1180 when purchased. Paid $800 cash on 12/3/16 at Allentown coin show. "Old green holder" (OGH) PCGS MS63. Big price jump between MS63 and MS64. This one at high-end of MS63 since OGH. Similar OGH MS63 selling $850 eBay
Purchased for $500 in December 1982 by Robert B. Perch (MD) for bullion price at the time. Later submitted 2013 to PCGS for grading, and received unusually high grade MS64+. This was most valuable coin in his collection. Gifted to son Steven Perch in December 2021. As of 1/23/2022, PCGS reports a total population of 8 examples in MS 64+ with a book value of $8,750. However, the few examples that sold fetched between $5,000-$7,000.
Purchased for $500 in December 1982 by Robert B. Perch (MD) for bullion price at the time. Later submitted 2013 to PCGS for grading, and received unusually high grade MS64+. This was most valuable coin in his collection. Gifted to son Steven Perch in December 2021. As of 1/23/2022, PCGS reports a total population of 8 examples in MS 64+ with a book value of $8,750. However, the few examples that sold fetched between $5,000-$7,000.
paid cash $1750 in bundle deal for this coin ($1600) plus $150 for 1939 MS66 walking liberty half. Dealer said he paid $1625 for this gold coin, took small loss himself. See invoice
paid cash $1750 in bundle deal for this coin ($1600) plus $150 for 1939 MS66 walking liberty half. Dealer said he paid $1625 for this gold coin, took small loss himself. See invoice