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1956 Franklin Half

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 Posted 01/06/2013  6:31 pm  Show Profile   Bookmark this reply Add mkman123 to your friends list
yes, and if you don't get it, plenty of other people will buy it.

I've seen $100 morgans with spectacular toning sell for 2k......so depending on the buyer. But yes thats a beautiful franky
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 Posted 01/06/2013  6:37 pm  Show Profile   Bookmark this reply Add cc99999 to your friends list
I know the auctions you are talking about. If I may interject, buy coins that appeal to you that make sense to you and the amount of money you are willing to spend. If I was collecting attractively toned Franklins I would find this seller's auctions within reason.

There's an expression worth repeating: There is no Santa Claus in numismatics. Excellent coins do not sell in public below their value. My opinion on this coin is that it is lovely- but toners from this era are not that uncommon. if you do decide to buy it make sure you can return it if you don't like it in hand. toners cover up problems- and you have to really look closely to sell if its a strong 66 or not.

i hope this helped.
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 Posted 01/06/2013  7:28 pm  Show Profile   Bookmark this reply Add CoinsKelly to your friends list
It is a beauty! And I am not qualified to determine whether or not you paid too much. IMHO it is your determination as to whether or not you paid too much.
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 Posted 01/06/2013  7:34 pm  Show Profile   Bookmark this reply Add GoldenChest to your friends list
That is some really beautiful toning.id be very torn aboubt buying it despite the price.
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 Posted 01/06/2013  7:35 pm  Show Profile   Bookmark this reply Add mkman123 to your friends list
by the way, do not always go by greysheet or coinfacts at times, there are coins that look so eye appealing you have to throw those guides out and just pay big money. Like cc9999 said, excellent coins do not sel in public below their value



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 Posted 01/06/2013  8:12 pm  Show Profile   Bookmark this reply Add babysitr to your friends list
The longer I do this , the more eye appeal means to me on pricing!!
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 Posted 01/06/2013  8:58 pm  Show Profile   Bookmark this reply Add CoinsKelly to your friends list
I just reviewed your other thread and I think this one will go very nicely with your other coins. Can't wait to see what your next purchase brings!
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 Posted 01/06/2013  9:08 pm  Show Profile   Bookmark this reply Add linxlvr to your friends list
Something as special as that, forget the guides. If you like it, are comfortable with the price and can readily afford it, get it.
Personally, I'm not that big about Ms 65 vs 66 grades, but I do love the tone on that coin, and it would be stunning to see a registry set of similar pieces I have to say. You certainly have great taste. :-)
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 Posted 01/06/2013  11:05 pm  Show Profile   Bookmark this reply Add smokeriderdon to your friends list
Definitely FBL, I can go with the 66 and that toning is BEAUTIFUL. I am with the others on throwing the price guides out the window on this one. It really is up to you what you think it to be worth. It goes perfectly with your Morgan and Half Dime. An MS66FBL lists at 200 on Coin World. Don't know what PCGS values it at, but I would go to 250 or so if I had the extra money for something like that.
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 Posted 01/06/2013  11:13 pm  Show Profile   Bookmark this reply Add Dkillett to your friends list
Would love to have that in my collection. I'll also agree with what others have posted. When a coin has eye appeal like that prices guides are insignificant.
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 Posted 01/06/2013  11:27 pm  Show Profile   Bookmark this reply Add cwb1877 to your friends list
In my opinion, the eye appeal is nothing short of spectacular!

I would expect to see a hefty premium on a coin that oozes eye appeal like this one. If you LOVE it...and have the financial means...and you're comfortable with the price, I say go for it!
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 Posted 01/06/2013  11:32 pm  Show Profile   Bookmark this reply Add Hondo to your friends list
If I was financially able, I would buy that coin.
Just my style.

Buy it if YOU like it, but I say it's worth the price.
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 Posted 01/07/2013  9:50 pm  Show Profile   Bookmark this reply Add mailman28 to your friends list
if you don' t want to buy it, you should post where to find it cause I sure would
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 Posted 01/08/2013  01:07 am  Show Profile   Bookmark this reply Add CelticKnot to your friends list
Wow, that is some spectacular toning. Love it. Would buy it in a heartbeat...for the right* price

* TBD by the buyer.
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 Posted 01/08/2013  02:51 am  Show Profile   Bookmark this reply Add perfessor to your friends list
They say beauty is in the eye of the beholder. I am not a fan of paying a premium for a toned coin. Although this coin is nice, I personally would prefer a blazing white one instead. That's just me.
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