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In hand to the untrained eye, it does look like corrosion that may have been dremel cleaned. Also, this coin came from Atlantic coast, so salt water exposure could be likely.
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09/18/2016 10:05 pm
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Bedrock of the Community
United States
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This is one that I would not buy at any price. It does look like a sea salvaged piece that has been cleaned to remove some of the crud.
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United States
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Moxking,
That is what I was referring to. If it were found in a shipwreck, on a beach, or even near a brackish estuary the silver will corrode. I've got several old silver coins from beaches that look really rough.
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Rest in Peace
United States
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I agree with those who dislike that TD. Also agree with the Frog on waiting for a TPG. TDs have been one of the most counterfeited coins for the last many decades. |
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United States
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Excellent idea to return the corroded coin. Your second example is better, but you should consider buying a problem free NGC or PCGS graded Trade dollar in XF condition as they can be found for $230 to $250. You are paying a little more for knowing the coin is not counterfeit, and many of the Trade dollars are detail coins, so there is value in getting a problem free example. |
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Looks like a cast counterfeit made up like it has been in the dirt. The corrosion on the coin does not appear natural. / there are too many issues with this ooin. I dont like the look of it either and without proper accreditation I would put this in the counterfeit catagory |
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United States
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The 1878-S looks genuine and original. VF-35 but I don't like the nick on the wing.
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Australia
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Genuine or not that is one Ugly coin  |
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Both of my first attempts at obtaining a decent Trade dollar were ugly. The first, I was pretty amateurish thinking the poor photos were maybe just a poor attempt on seller's part, since their feedback was exellent and provided a very detailed description. I'm happy to return and accept it as a beginner's mistake And very fortunate to be a member here and have access to all the collective experience and wisdom of you all. Just found a decent deal on a certified xf40 same year for $245 and with that purchase I'm done buying for a while. Now I can focus on examining all I've collected since Spring and start coming up with more good photos and topics for the forum. Here's the coin I just bought http://i.ebayimg.com/images/g/G2UAA.../s-l1600.jpghttp://i.ebayimg.com/images/g/cwYAA.../s-l1600.jpgEdited by Diirizzyl
09/19/2016 9:38 pm
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United States
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You made a nice buy on your XF 40 as the coin is problem free and looks original and is in a PCGS holder. The raw XF coins were selling for $200 and the XF details at $150. The 1877 S is a common date, but PCGS still has only graded 164 is XF 40. I really like the history on the Trade dollars and I have been considering making the Trade dollar my next set to collect. |
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Are there vams for the Trades like with the Morgans and Peace dollars? Noticed my new pickup has the micro-s mintmark. I'm also interested with history of the rise of modern global economy, and I think the Trade dollars good material examples of the era. Plus, I'm excited to have a contemporary pair to my mysterious-as-heck (1792 Mo) Type II China Trade Boston-produced Portrait Dollar. Anyone reading this thread interested in Swamperbob's expertise with coins of that era? I'm fascinated by the Spanish milled dollars and hope to someday find a Mexico-minted original 8R with trace Au content for my collection. Edited by Diirizzyl
09/20/2016 6:08 pm
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Pillar of the Community
United States
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My first thought was salt water damage. I see others are thinking that as well.
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United States
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Breen did some work on varieties for the Trade dollar. The 1877 S, mirco S is a Breen-5814, and it is rare. Here is a photo from NGC on the mrico s for the 1877 S. The S is .84mm high. I do not have any idea on value for the mirco s. If you do have a mirco s, it is a keeper.  |
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United States
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Here's a crop from seller's photo. This mm is lower set, but looks like same microfont to me. Awesome, thank you, Slider!  Edited by Diirizzyl
09/21/2016 7:48 pm
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