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Pillar of the Community
 United States
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This coin sold on ebay today for $195.00, but I didn't win it. I was in the bidding but was cautious about going any higher because the coin doesn't have a return and I couldn't be sure if it has been cleaned or not. What do people think? Was I wise not to bid more or did I miss out on a deal?   Paul Bulgerin
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Bedrock of the Community
United States
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AU but hard to nail it down with these photos. $195 was cheap for an AU Barber Half.
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Rest in Peace
United States
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 It's a beauty . Looks to me like MS-62. Not sure about the R in trust. all original surfaces. sharp date. hey Paul , I think you missed the boat.  |
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Bedrock of the Community
Canada
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Pillar of the Community
United States
6478 Posts |
I see a small amount of circulation, for me, it has the luster of a 62, but the grade brings it to an au58.
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Pillar of the Community
United States
6399 Posts |
Virtually uncirculated detail, possibly dipped to the point that luster appears diminished. Still looks like it was a very good buy at less than $200. Would have made a nice addition to a high-grade type set.
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Valued Member
United States
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price wish it's about right. Looks like a cleaned AU but still a nice coin
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Pillar of the Community
United States
1002 Posts |
I think you were wise being cautious..  Better pics are needed before making this kind of investment, a certified problem-free coin should be considered at this price. |
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Pillar of the Community
 United States
3098 Posts |
Thanks for all the responses so far. I appreciate them.
While the coin looks very nice, I was concerned that it did not appear to have much luster. That led me to wondering if it had been cleaned.
I came across the auction only a few minutes before it ended and so I didn't have much time to consider what to do.
Paul Bulgerin
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Pillar of the Community
United States
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Try not to beat yourself up on missing a raw coin. Unless you are 100%, they are risky.
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Pillar of the Community
United States
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Look at the lighter circles around the stars on the reverse...tells me something isn't right about those surfaces.
You did well.
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Posted 06/08/2015 11:33 am
