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Valued Member
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I didn't have any means to take pictures at the pawn shop. I'll have to trust my instincts on this one. I'll post images if I decide to make a purchase!
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sounds like you're describing a die crack chetzler
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I found an image that displays the same striations I mentioned above (although they are in a different direction). The coin in the shop is not as heavily toned as this one linked below and it is only an AU, but I am encouraged that it seems to exhibit the same characteristics and color as a slabbed coin: http://www.ebay.com/itm/37076469083...irect=mobile |
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Remember that you should be able to negotiate pretty aggressively at a pawn shop. I've gotten a few to drop their prices by 50%.
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If you'll forgive my crude artistry, I'll post a sketch of the FEC as I remember it under magification:  I never thought about a die crack, rachums107. I've never seen one on the rim, but I suppose that is exactly what it could be. The combined listed price of the two coins is $175. I thought I'd open with $100 plus my old G-4 Flying Eagle that I suppose I'd value at $20-25. Any thoughts? I really appreciate all of the feedback! Edited by chetzler
08/22/2013 12:58 pm
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Well, I took another look at the coins today with my loupe. I think that the SLQ was over-graded. The eagle's breast and leg showed almost no detail and the edge of the right wing was flat. According to the ANA guide it would seem the coin would barely make XF on a good day. Perhaps this is just due to a weak strike but I really just don't have enough experience yet to make a call like that. It's too bad, I've really been looking for a nice cirulated specimen for my type set. The Flying Eagle looked good except for a tiny (we're talking maybe 1.5 mm) ding on the obverse rim: I could only see it under the loupe. SsuperDdave warned about edge dings but I'm wondering how much they affect the value. I terms of eye-appeal I (and that is really most important, I suppose) think the coin looks fine, but if even a small ding greatly affects the value, I'll most likely stay away. I have to say that this forum has really helped with my impulse control! It's great to have a sounding board to help keep me from getting too enamored with a coin and making a poor decision. Thanks, guys! |
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I still can't get these coins out of my mind. I stopped by the shop again to get some pics. I'm afraid the SLQ pics looked better on the camera screen; if they are useless, please let me know and I will remove them from this post. The Flying eagle pics are good. Both coins appear to be unaltered to my eye. The FEC does appear to have some faint pale greenish discoloration directly above "ONE" on the reverse, and there is also a spot above that. All opinions welcome, I already know the prices are a little high. Thanks!     Edited by chetzler
08/27/2013 7:57 pm
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That's a really nice FE and its XF, offer him 80 bucks. He'll probably take it.
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That was my thought, 52Raymo! The obverse is gorgeous and the reverse is not too bad; the spot is a little distracting, but I don't think it would bother me (I'm sure others might feel differently, though). There is a rim dent that really isn't evident in the photo (it is by the E in UNITED). Is that inconsequential enough to not detract from the value?
Also, the reverse is off-center. I have another FEC that is also off-center, is this common for this type?
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I also like that FE very nice coin! Snap it up for anything under $80.00, I'd try for $75.00 personally.
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I also like that FE very nice coin! Snap it up for anything under $80.00, I'd try for $75.00 personally.  Looks good to me toooooo |
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Nice coins, it could be worth the investment.
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Thanks for the encouraging feedback guys! I made an offer of $100 for the FEC, a 38-D BU buffalo and a very beat up 1800 large cent (we're talking a G-4 coin that has multiple rim dings and is slightly bent). The clerk at the shop said he could not budge from the posted prices at all. I asked to talk to the owner, but he was out so I left my number and contact info. I would hope that he would and least respond to what I believe is a reasonable offer and hopefully make a counter offer. We'll see what happens...
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08/29/2013 01:56 am
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The flying eagle looks like it has a bit too much wear to make it to XF in my opinion.
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There is a rim dent that really isn't evident in the photo (it is by the E in UNITED). Is that inconsequential enough to not detract from the value? Rim dings, especially when they show up easily, can cut the price of a coin in half sometimes, any TPG will not grade them without a details grade, and it is considered damaged, maybe not as much as a coin that has bad scratches or grafitti, but it is certainly something to avoid for most collectors. "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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