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Valued Member
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Hey folks, Just uncovered this 1839 Bust Half. The original flip had XF on it, just wondering what you think? Thanks!   |
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Pillar of the Community
United States
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Well, it sure looks better than an EF to me- looks like it has a good shot at uncirculated. However, I cannot comment on its authenticity. You need to have a Bust coinage expert chime in.
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Rest in Peace
United States
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United States
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AU, cleaned... too bad, that is a nice strike... Beautiful coin, nonetheless...  |
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Pictures are a little small, but from what I can see I would say it looks at least AU-55.
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Pillar of the Community
United States
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It looks to be strong AU but seems too bright so I would say it has been cleaned.
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Valued Member
 United States
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It actually looks darker in person, the reflection makes it look lighter.
Edited by ScarecrowGifts
06/14/2011 12:09 am
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United States
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There is really no evidence to call a con "cleaned" based on these pics. They're too brightly-lit. *If* the darker area in LIBERTY is, in fact, crud when the rest of the coin shows none, then maybe we can come to that conclusion. Otherwise, all you're seeing is a photographic artifact.
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Valued Member
United States
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I really like Bust Halves. I spent way to much on a '29 model a while back. I would love to see closer photos in different lighting. From what I can gather from these photos you have a very nice coin.  I would love to take a closer look. |
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United States
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Here's a pretty accurate scan, I found by leaving it in the flip the details don't get washed as out (though some details such as on the wings are still a little washed out). Enjoy!   Edited by ScarecrowGifts
06/15/2011 01:44 am
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Pillar of the Community
United States
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AU 50 to me with the better photo, is the color an even grey or bright silver?
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Valued Member
United States
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its in between, a light grey with a nice glow. kind of half way between the pics.
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Pillar of the Community
United States
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This one is all grey at AU 58 to MS.   |
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Valued Member
United States
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Just wondering...how does the one with the dents grade higher than mine?
Thanks!
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United States
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I like the first coin better also. I'm not a pro though. I would also assume the rim damage would be a factor
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