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New Member
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Hi folks, I became interested in the coins of Newfoundland after reading some great threads on this forum and have just started my collection. Today I came across an 1880 cent and learned that there are 3 varieties of this coin. To my eye this appears to be an Oval 0 comparing it to other pictures but I lack the hands on experience to be able to say for sure. What do you think? Sorry for the poor image! Will try to upload a better one tonight. I've added a new image, thanks for replies so far!  Edited by sgireland
03/07/2012 6:05 pm
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Pillar of the Community
Canada
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Yes, closer pictures would help. I believe it could be one, but we'll have to wait for the real experts to arrive.
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Bedrock of the Community
Canada
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Hi, sgireland, Welcome to the Forums.  to answer your question on your coin your pics have to be larger and also try to get a close up of the date. It looks like it may be an 'oval' O, but can't really tell. Enjoy the forums.  |
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New Member
 Canada
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Here is a better image of the date. I'm looking forward to participating in this forum!  Edited by sgireland
03/07/2012 8:23 pm
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Rest in Peace
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Pillar of the Community
Canada
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Looks like I didn't properly welcome you yet, . Congrats (or as we say here, coingrats), I do believe you have an oval 0 variety. Looks like you got it for cheap too.  If you could post image of the other side, we can grade it and value it. |
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New Member
Canada
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Thanks again, I paid about $2 for it with another coin and a book and didn't even know about the 0 variety until I got home. Based on my grading guide I figure it's about a VG-8. The coin looks better in person as it's being photographed through the celophane in the cardboard holder. Here is a shot of both sides :  So, is it official, did I find a scarce coin? |
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Canada
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New Member
Canada
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Thanks for the analysis. I think the thing to do is send it to ICCS to get the Oval 0 confirmed and get an "official" grade.
I'm not likely to sell it as am going to try to complete a Newfoundland set and this gets me off to a good start.
Again, I really appreciate your input.
Cheers,
Steve
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Pillar of the Community
Canada
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It is 100% an oval O. Great buy!
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Pillar of the Community
Canada
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Hope it gets a good grade. Good luck!
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Previously Ousted
Canada
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oval zero... no question...
getting it into a coffin?
if you weant to sell it.,.. there will be tons of rerady buyers....
no need to spend the $. just do up some decent close ups....
CG
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Valued Member
Canada
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Welcome to the forum and congrats on your great find |
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