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Pillar of the Community
 United States
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Good advice all. The redeeming quality of this purchase is that there in a seven day return policy in effect. So if, in fact, the coin is less than I expect (AU), then I will return it and only be out postage. On the other hand, if the marred surface of the holder is distorting the coin's surfaces and it is a great find - then things are warm and fuzzy. I wouldn't have purchased it if there had been a "no return" policy. Anticipation is a nice feeling enjoyed by all.
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Rest in Peace
United States
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XF polished IMO, there are definitely better deals to be found, just search ebay thoroughly and be careful |
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Moderator
 United States
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I dunno, guys. I didn't see enough evidence to conclude it was a cleaned coin.
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Rest in Peace
United States
5375 Posts |
The reflectiveness at that lower level grade just makes me really really suspicious...
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Pillar of the Community
United States
4420 Posts |
This date is one that's often "upgraded" by cleaning as there's a big jump in price from XF to AU. For this reason, many dealers are even wary about purchasing an AU when it's not been cleaned; been there. As for the condition of this coin, the pics lead me to agree with the consensus of XF - cleaned. Judging solely from the pics, the coin appears too uniformly bright but lackluster.
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Valued Member
United States
99 Posts |
Too hard to tell without the coin in hand or much better pictures...
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Pillar of the Community
United States
1934 Posts |
I'm dubious about sellers explaining why theyre selling coins..particularly key dates. Who cares?
What does, "pcgs-like slab" mean? Does the slab have any label at all?
are you sure that coin is authentic? I do not like the look of the denticles at 10 and 11 o'clock.
I am on the verge of alleging it's a fake.
One way I think I can tell it's been cleaned is by the imperfections in the field in front of the face. it looks like whatever soiled the coin was lifted out of the pits. Polished, too.
shoot me now.
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Pillar of the Community
United States
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Well JHS, I posted what I had to go on. I have no clue who's slab it's in. The seller posted photos just as I posted here. The CONSTRUCTION of the slab is the same as a PCGS slab, but it could be PQRSWXZY slab as far as I know at this point. It's just fun to ebb and flow on a topic like this until the moment of truth arrives (i.e., I GET THE COIN)and take it to a dealer/friend of mine to once and for all find out the truth. Thanks for stirring the pot! I'll bet ya a holed nickel it's real. Deal?
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United States
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It's just fun to ebb and flow on a topic like this until the moment of truth arrives (i.e., I GET THE COIN) Ain't that the truth?  |
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Pillar of the Community
United States
2936 Posts |
And the verdict is: EF CLEANED! On the next stagecoach outa town tomorrow for a return and refund. Oh well.... Sometimes chicken, sometimes steak... This time -- potted meat and no crackers!
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Pillar of the Community
United States
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Bummer, Pale...I dont mind being half wrong all the time. Who slabbed it?
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Pillar of the Community
United States
2936 Posts |
Nobody slabbed it. He had put a scratched up PCGS slab over the coin to hide the wear areas. When it arrived, it was in a clear holder, no slab. I filed a case with ebay and initially they ruled for the seller. However, I appealed and indicated the 7 day return policy with no stipulations (which they missed the first time) and ebay immediately refunded full price plus shipping to my PayPal account. Today it's going back to him certified mail and I'm sure he'll try to sucker another eBayer into bidding on it. Caveat emptor! By the way, how does one buy/sell/trade here? Paleoguy |
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United States
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By the way, how does one buy/sell/trade here? Paleoguy We have fairly stringent requirements to sell here, paleoguy - 250 quality posts (that's subjective, and we decide what's "quality") and 90 days' membership. This was increased due to the number of members who register, make 50 quick "nice coin" posts and immediately head to the sales forums. I mean, we've acted on at least 100 such people over the years, and more register every day. So, we made it more difficult. It's our position that buying and selling be a privilege offered the more senior membership, rather than a focus of the Forum. The requirement to buy is 14 days and 50 quality posts; in my opinion, your contribution to the forum easily meets the criteria. |
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Rest in Peace
United States
2668 Posts |
 Nice coining! |
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Valued Member
United States
327 Posts |
Sucks when you get your hopes up on something and it turns out sour. At least you get your $$$ back! Better luck next time!
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