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I could probably (well...MAYBE) figure this out on my own, but with such a large group of knowledgable folks at my disposal I've opted to be lazy and just ask for your help. I don't own any US coins from the 1700's, but would like to. Which year and which denomination...with no major flaws...in F or VF condition...slabbed by a reputable TPG could I obtain when considering that I'm also trying to be as cost-conscious as possible? Thanks in advance for any and all help. Steve |
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For often surprisingly reasonable items from the 18th century, I would recommend broadening your collection to paper money! Take a look at Continental Currency notes!
If you're married to coins, though, I'm sure vermontensium can recommend some very reasonable colonials.
I'm sure the US Mint coin recommendations are about to come in.
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In F or VF condition, the cheapest 18th century US mint issue coin would be a 1798 cent. You could probably get one for ~$500 in nice original condition. Cheaper if you're willing to accept flaws.
If you want a silver coin then you're going to have to increase you're budget at least 3-4X. Here you could get a nice Bust Dollar from 1798 or 1799. Obviously, the dollar will have much more show stopping power than the cent but you also paid a lot more.
Good luck!
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Rest in Peace
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Very interesting question. Hope VT does chirp in, ( or anyone else) especially the silver within a reasonably "new retiree's budget." I have been looking, not lazy but the more info I get the better I can focus in on.
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Wish I could help but my budget is constrained so I only buy nicely circulated 1790's copper - and those usually are not slabbed.  |
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I've gotten nice colonials (CT, VA, NJ) for good prices before, alot less than official US issues of the 1790's cost. Nonetheless they are on my list also though when I get the budget for them.. There is alot of really interesting history with the colonials.
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get a NGC or PCGS colonial or a darkside (foreign) coin from that period
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"cost-conscious"...is a relative term. But, certainly, the 1798 Bust Cent is the cheapest most common 1700 dated coin you can purchase. Depending on your budget, you can pay from $250 for a F-12 to $1500 for an XF-40 (Certifieds). If you're willing to accept minor problems ie env damage, cleaning, scratch, than you should be able to get them for half the price or less.....but, make sure the problems are minor and not overwhelming.
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I agree with the 1798 Cent and since you said US coins the dark side coins would not interest you in your quest. When someone mentions US coins I start thinking coins that were minted in the US not coins that were used and in those cases even the old Spanish coins do not come in mind as a coin I would suggest. The 1798 Large Cent would be rather easy to find in the condition you mentioned graded by ANACS rather cheaply for what you are getting |
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Yeah....I guess I could have been more specific. Just looking for your average, business strike, US standard denomination, hard-working coin used in general circulation with minimal or no problems. The 1798 Large Cent seems to be the consensus best bet.
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11/30/2012 2:47 pm
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