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Pillar of the Community
United States
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I think it could be RB now....MS-62...After NGC just beat me up, I cant wait to hear the before number...Hope they're kind to you!!
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Pillar of the Community
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Original NGC grade - MS62BN
New NGC grade - MS63BN
I like this at MS63!
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Pillar of the Community
United States
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Original NGC grade - MS-62BN
New NGC grade -MS-62RB
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United States
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I'm in at MS-63 BN both then and now. Nice coin.
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Valued Member
 United States
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My package from NGC arrived today, so here, as promised, is the answer to my grading challenge. I bought this 1855 Half Cent in an NGC AU58 holder. I always thought it was an *awfully* nice AU58! You were unanimous that it was an MS coin, and everyone placed it between 62 and 64. I'm happy to report that NGC agreed, grading it:  |
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Pillar of the Community
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Another good news buy - you have a great eye for nice copper Liz! Take me with you when you go copper shopping next time!!!
"Buy the Book Before You Buy the Coin" - Aaron R. Feldman - "And read it" - Me 2013! ANA Life Member #3288 in good standing since 1981, ANS, Early American Coppers Member (EAC), Colonial Coin Collectors Club member (C4), Conder Token Collector Club member (CTCC), Civil War Token Society (CWTS) member, Liberty Seated Collectors Club (LSCC) & Numismatic Bibliomania Society member (NBS), USMex, Member in good standing, 2¢ variety collector. See my want page: http://goccf.com/t/140440 |
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AU-58 to MS-62 is quite a difference. I suppose that goes to show theyre becoming less tough these days.
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westcoin - Thanks for the compliment! I love these Half Cents, and have a great time comparing notes with everyone here. enworb - I am not sure I can use this particular coin as an example of grading standards going down. If you saw this coin in hand, you would probably agree that it screams "mint state." Glowing luster, no perceptible wear, great even color, clear fields... In this instance, I think it was more an example of some long-ago NGC grader having a bad day. The re-grading is a more accurate representation of the coin. |
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WOW!! Nice coin PLiz!...NGC gets one right!! I'm glad there are more Half Cent lovers out there....I see you had them put the Designation on the holder also....Looks Cool :) |
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ProfLiz - what reference books do you find the most useful in early coppers like this one? I have Breens Half Cent book (really like it) looking for his Large Cent book), Noyes book on the way from a dealer, Sheldon/Breen Penny Whimsy of course, but wondered what you like? Since you seem to have a great eye on these Half Cents. "Buy the Book Before You Buy the Coin" - Aaron R. Feldman - "And read it" - Me 2013! ANA Life Member #3288 in good standing since 1981, ANS, Early American Coppers Member (EAC), Colonial Coin Collectors Club member (C4), Conder Token Collector Club member (CTCC), Civil War Token Society (CWTS) member, Liberty Seated Collectors Club (LSCC) & Numismatic Bibliomania Society member (NBS), USMex, Member in good standing, 2¢ variety collector. See my want page: http://goccf.com/t/140440 |
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the change could have to do with how conservative they may have been in the past and how tight on the grading. I've seen PCGS older holders grade something and then when cracked go up a few points as well.
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United States
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Hi, westcoin- I have Breen's and Cohen's books, and refer to them often. I would *really* like Manley's book, but haven't found a copy yet. I will admit, I am not a variety collector, unless it's a naked-eye obvious variety. (That's part of what I love about Half Cents - there are some awesome naked eye varieties: 1802/0, 1808/7, 1809/6, 1804 spiked chin, and the queen of them all: 1828 12 stars!) |
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ProfLiz - I see your e-mail option is set not to receive any, send me a message, I know where there is a new copy or two under $100.00 if you're interested.
"Buy the Book Before You Buy the Coin" - Aaron R. Feldman - "And read it" - Me 2013! ANA Life Member #3288 in good standing since 1981, ANS, Early American Coppers Member (EAC), Colonial Coin Collectors Club member (C4), Conder Token Collector Club member (CTCC), Civil War Token Society (CWTS) member, Liberty Seated Collectors Club (LSCC) & Numismatic Bibliomania Society member (NBS), USMex, Member in good standing, 2¢ variety collector. See my want page: http://goccf.com/t/140440 |
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Valued Member
United States
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westcoin-
Well, I am too new a user, so the system did not allow me to send you email.
However, I have re-set my account profile to allow CCF members to send me email.
I'd love a lead on the Manley book! Thanks!
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