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Pillar of the Community
United States
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Thanks to the folks on this forum, I have been spending alot of time researching and looking for circulated examples of the classic commemorative series. Specifically, I would like to thank nickelsearcher for his gracious answers to several questions. He has taken time on several occasions to help me understand this series and he has inspired me to work on a similar circulated set. I would like to get some opinions on this coin: http://www.ebay.com/itm/36048131989....m1438.l2648Specifically, does anyone have any reason to think this is a counterfeit? Is it problem free (as far as circulated coins go) with no evidence of cleanings etc? It looks ok to me, and I do like it, I just was hoping to see what the experts think! Thanks again. |
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Pillar of the Community
United States
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To be honest, it is just honest wear. It was someone's pocket piece and that would explain the wear. Additionally, the Sesqui commem was notorious for having a softly struck design on it anyways, even mint state examples looked flat with exception of the high relief edge. I think it's a good piece, and these problem free examples are always sought after by "low ball" collectors. In some cases, slabbed problem free pieces like these can generate low Mint State prices. It's an up and coming set variety.
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Pillar of the Community
United States
7187 Posts |
It looks original and well worn. Not my choice as I prefer my commemoratives with much mote detail.
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Pillar of the Community
United States
620 Posts |
Looks like a wore out AG-03 commemorative half, this one saw a lot
of pocket time and was rubbed for luck many times daily.
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Valued Member
United States
469 Posts |
I would think that it's a lock on AG03 with a chance at FR02. One question that I always ask is if the reeded edge is worn down when it has this much wear. If it has pretty much full rims it was probably in a benzel and PCGS won't grade it.
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Rest in Peace
United States
4078 Posts |
IMHO, save your money for a better. There is a lot of history in this commemorative. If coins could talk!
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Moderator
 United States
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It is an honestly circulated coin ... original surfaces and most likely grades AG03 or FR02. Grades much lower than my current F12 or so example ... so well found by you HONDO.  2 hours left on the auction ... $10 or so current bid ... I will of course stand down my personal interest ... and cheer on your interest in this lovely circulated commemorative. Go for it ... nice honestly circulated coin.  David Take a look at my other hobby ... http://www.jk-dk.art |
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United States
15395 Posts |
I'm hoping you tell us that you are the new owner of this coin ... I would have bid more than $18.51 .... soooooo ... does it belong to HONDO ... the 3rd coin in your growing circulated set?  David |
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Pillar of the Community
 United States
1211 Posts |
Yes sir! My max bid was $20 and there was room to spare.
Thanks nickelsearcher for standing down and giving me a chance to buy the coin!
Can't wait for it to arrive. Shipped this morning, I expect it will arrive Saturday. Pics will follow.
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CCF Master Historian of USA Commemoratives
United States
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Congrats on the latest acquisition! You've made a great start on a circulated set. I look forward to watching your progress here on CCF!
Collecting history one coin or medal at a time! (c) commems. All rights reserved.
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United States
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Hooray for you HONDO ... a great acquisition for your circulated set. You know of course that I am pleased to offer any support I can ... within the constraints of way too much work lately. David Take a look at my other hobby ... http://www.jk-dk.art |
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Pillar of the Community
United States
1080 Posts |
nice buy at that price, in my opinion. Less than $8 over the silver value, right?
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Pillar of the Community
United States
1211 Posts |
The coin arrived a few days ago and I wanted to share some pictures. Would love to know what you guys think for a grade! Thanks again for all the help.   |
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United States
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You can use some work on your photo skills HONDO ... the out-of-focus images with bright spots make it ... uhhmm .. difficult to offer an educated grade opinion. I offer the above with the greatest respect for your interest in the series ... joy for you for this purchase ... and my continued commitment to support any questions (public or private) that you may have. If you check above I offered a grade opinion based on the seller photos ... I'm sticking with AG03/G04. For comparison ... here is my circulated example which I grade F12 ...  You have acquired a lovely circulated commemorative at a great price. David |
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Pillar of the Community
United States
1211 Posts |
Haha, yeah... My pictures stink. I will see what I can do to get a better shot but I'm gonna say AG03 also. This coin actually has a very pleasing look in hand. Hard to describe.
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Valued Member
United States
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Is the reeded edge worn down?
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Posted 08/22/2012 1:52 pm
