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@NumisEd - are these the only pics you have? They don't seem to show a natural color. These are the sellers photos. I don't have any other. |
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I would ask him for pics that show the true color. For that price, I think you deserve them.  |
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I am actually reconsidering spending $600 on a Classic Head Large Cent. Perhaps I should look at F to low VF slabbed pieces only and not spend more than $400 per coin unless there is no other way.
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I would ask him for pics that show the true color. For that price, I think you deserve them. Couldn't agree more. Check out my counterstamped Lincoln Cent collection: http://goccf.com/t/303507 |
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You have to take into consideration the low mintage of the 1814 - I think it is a bit more than 357,000 This is what makes the coin so pricey...........
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You have to take into consideration the low mintage of the 1814 - I think it is a bit more than 357,000 This is what makes the coin so pricey........... According to NumisMedia, the 1814 is one of the cheapest of the Classic Head Large Cents. http://www.numismedia.com/rarecoinp...proof=&plus= |
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the 1814 is one of the cheapest of the Classic Head Large Cents. Well then what are you waiting for - BUY IT!  |
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Pillar of the Community
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Quote:Well then what are you waiting for - BUY IT! When you donate the $600 to me, I buy it.  |
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When you donate the $600 to me, I buy it.  |
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Paying $600 for an 1814 Large Cent in in a VF holder without any problems would be a good buy. In this series it is extremely difficult to find one in VF with original skin without corrosion, scratches, pits, excessive wear or contaminates.
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Bedrock of the Community
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the planchet exhibits light to moderate porosity. it looks pretty much original. the gouge in the nose is the most prominent as its in a key area. the 8 in the date is a little mangled. the rims look good and these classic heads are tough to find decent planchets and strikes. the strike looks pretty even except the top of the reverse which is missing some denticles. something may be going on under the ribbon on field. not sure if was a repair as it looks like some additional metal there. there is also verdigris hiding in some of the denticles on the obverse. if I had some verdicare I would be tempted to remove that. I think its pretty much a poster child for VF20. retail the coin would be valued at between $700 and $800 however I'm not 100% certain the coin would grade straight. personally I would like to get it less than $600 due to that. i'd be much happier at $500
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Pillar of the Community
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I've seen worse in straight grades holders, but I'd still have to say VF-Details. Nonetheless, decent eye appeal
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The porosity is what would hold me back. If I'm going to pay full retail, it needs to at least have attractive surfaces. This planchet is porous/grainy.
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Bedrock of the Community
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The porosity is what would hold me back. If I'm going to pay full retail, it needs to at least have attractive surfaces. keep in mind a majority of planchets from this era exhibit some type of corrosion or porosity. this one is not bad at all and a nice example of the early classic heads. it is even across the coin which helps and is not invasive. you will pay a premium if you can find a smooth planchet and thats if you can find one in VF or higher grades. the coin will details regardless of the porosity due to the other issues. if you have the funds and time to find a clean example I agree if you are going to pay full retail this is not the one I would select Edited by panzaldi
02/15/2021 08:45 am
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Bedrock of the Community
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Without true-color pics, I'd pass.
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