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oh boy, that might be a winner...
I'm going VF30/35 on the coin
HA.com has a July 2012 Proof going for under $3,000 so I am not sure what to value your coin at...I have a wholesale sheet here that puts it roughly at $2000 but I have to tell you that if, as a buyer, I can own a certified proof (proof equaling a shiny mirror unscathed version) for less than a thousand more, it becomes no question to spend a few more dollars...
I would send to a grading service via a local dealer, DO NOT commit to selling the dealer a thing, just request it be sent to PCGS or NGC for grading...its worth the less than $50 it will cost you to authenticate it and have it officially graded...visit the web sites of the acronyms provided and seek your local dealer...
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and congratulations, welcome...who knows, maybe you'll hold onto it, which I suggest, and start collecting...
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Just be sure to NOT CLEAN THE COIN.
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I would suggest ANACS to grade and authenticate it. That way you can send it in directly and dont have to deal with anyone else. AND its cheaper. Regardless, that coin MUST be sent in to make sure of its authenticity. Kind of leery myself.
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There was a note from her grandmother dated 1920.
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The fractional currency you have is the third issue with the bust of William P. Fessenden signed by Colby and Spinner. I believe he was the last person to be put on a note that was still living at the time. There are a few on ebay now if you want to get a value of them. |
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 to CCF Nice 20 cent piece! Looking at Numismedia it looks like you have a coin that has some serious value. |
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Yea I would send it to PCGS, you could have scored with this piece, if it is authentic. But you have to get it graded, please post results!
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The only 1878 20 center on Heritage was in Proof-65 Cameo condition, and sold for $13,800. There are 6 in this grade, with 8 finer. If authentic, you probably have the poorest known condition... which should bring somewhat of a premium, but not trump historical values. Just a guess.
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Thanks everyone for the information on the .20 coin.
The thing that makes me nervous because I am a new coiner is having someone send it away. What assurances do you have when you let it out of your site? Do I find and how do I find a reliable dealer to send it out for me.
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First, to the Forum!! Second, You have, potentially, a very valuable coin!  You're doing the right thing, learning all you can about this coin before doing anything with it! Advice: Do all you can to continue to preserve the coin in its present condition. Any attempt to "improve" it may/will cost you dearly. Do not sell the coin until you have it certified. Get it certified! PCGS, ANACS, and NGC are my recommendations to you (in that order of preference). Good luck and keep us all posted on your progress!  |
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Jim, I'm going to make a recommendation: if the coin is "raw" (not in any kind of packaging already), stop by your local hobby store (I use Hobby Lobby because it's all that exists around here), and pick up a pack of 2x2 flips. I don't know how big a 20 cent piece is, so compare it to a modern coin, then, when you find the coin it's the same size as/smaller than, purchase flips in that size. Seal it in a flip to keep it safe and keep off further fingerprints, dust, etc. until you can get it certified.
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DR sandman is this the best way to send them? and do you have to be a member? cause I can find 5 coins I'd want slabbed Quote:Economy $17 21 working days All non-gold US coins valued at $300 or less per coin and $5, $10, $25, $50 US gold bullion under $300 per coin (no Colonials). Five (5) coin minimum Retired USAF 1983-2003
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