Seems Copper Collectors Don't Like Slabs

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OldSkoolMadSkilz Pillar of the Community United States 2077 Posts	Posted 09/09/2012 7:56 pm I've noticed that compared to other denominations, a disproportionately large number of early copper is not slabbed. At the ANA show, except for a few ultra rare coins, nearly none were slabbed. Is this because the TPGs are too critical of copper? To many people getting corroded and environmental damage markings? Report this Post to the Staff

SsuperDdave Moderator United States 23522 Posts	Posted 09/09/2012 8:10 pm Early copper has the most dedicated and knowledgeable collector base in numismatis, and these people grade to a far stricter standard than the TPG's. That's why you'll find an EAC grade given alongside the TPG grade in many auctions. Report this Post to the Staff
mkman123 Pillar of the Community United States 3184 Posts	Posted 09/09/2012 10:20 pm some of the EAC collectors don't like slabs and say that slabs cause damage to copper coins but I don't believe them. I think slabs preserve coins! Report this Post to the Staff
sel_69l Bedrock of the Community Australia 21788 Posts	Posted 09/09/2012 10:30 pm A lot of the early copper comes damaged or cleaned to a lesser or greater extent. TPG's are not normally keen on slabbing them when they have these problems. For me that is good! There is no implied extra cost added, if it is not slabbed. You still have to make up your own mind on the price, taking into account of all of the problems an early copper coin may have. You are also in a position to negotiate a lower buying price. Enjoy the adventure! Report this Post to the Staff
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