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Here is a nifty one pulled from deep in the archives. The nice high XF graded 1884-S Morgan. First an overall view:  Now notice the tooling marks around the mintmark.  And closer yet:  This little microscope has saved me many thousands of dollars over the years, and it is the cool little things like this that make the value so easily justified. |
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Just for my own information ND, was the "S" tooled up from the blank field of a Philly Morgan, or is it from a reworked O or CC?
Guess I should say from a reworked O, since the value of a CC is more than an S in XF!
Edited by adobero1
12/31/2005 9:44 pm
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This is indeed an 1884-O with a tooled then added mintmark.
Getting timed out again!!!!!!
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01/01/2006 6:05 pm
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This sure proves your point, doesn't it? Nice instruments to have around and they pay for themselves if your dealing in very many high end coins.
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Rest in Peace
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If someone does not mind my asking, what does a decent scope cost with the needed accessories? I'm fascinated! Mike  |
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Yes, I was going to ask the same question. What type of scope is yours, and approximate price. Is this one of those German optical instruments like your hand lens ND? Also, I was just going to say, that even though you can see the tooling under magnification, the skill of some people is amazing. Probably a professional jeweler did this?
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Since I already have a thread full of pics elsewhere, I'll just drop one into this thread to give you an idea of what my under-$100 QX5 is capable of. Die polishing lines on a 1979-S Morgan:  That's at 60x, with 200x available, and I haven't even properly learned to illuminate the subject yet. |
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I have a QX3, looks like the QX5 has a little better resolution. I have lighting problems w/ the QX3 as well as focusing. It doesn't "fine focus" very well. Just a touch and you've went too far. But for the money, it ain't too bad. Have been considering a stereo mic with camera capabilities though.
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I use a Microscope myself, and may I say I LOVE IT! I have found many interesting things on many coins.
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New Member
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I've got to buy one of those! Nat Dealer that is totally assume! I've ordered a stronger glass, but it only 20X, presently I'm using this 10X from the PX. No wonder I have headaches by the end of the day..
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I personally use the MP-600T (7X + 45X Trinocular Halogen/ Halogen) with a current price tag of $759. Can be found here: http://coinoptics.com/order/cat4.htmlI do not recommend that everyone rush out and buy a microscope. However, with the numbers of altered and counterfeits rising, it should be a consideration. I am a firm believer in the following: 65% coins 20% reference 15% supplies So if you have $5000 or more in coins, a microscope is well within the budget. The first time it saves you money, you will indeed agree that it is a tool that should be owned. I have not used the QX series, so I cannot comment on those one way or the other. |
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Thanks a bunch ND. Wish I would of known about this prior to Santa Coming to town. I'll have to work on save this under birthday ideas... :)
Fish
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OK all you microscope and stereoscope users.
I have used a QX 3 & I know it hooks up to the computer so I can get pictures that way..
How do you get your pictures off of a microscope/stereoscope?
rggoodie
aka Richard
"catch em doing something right"
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I simply download the pics directly from my camera. The better models all have the ability to attach your camera
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Well, I'll add a data point soon. I'm a horrible coin photographer and don't have a setup for it. I just ordered a QX5 for $79 with no tax or shipping. I'll play with it when I receive it and post some results, perhaps.
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Amazing pictures and very helpful - Thanks for the post.
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