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"If these two coins are proofs, they're worth at least $2500 each."
I am not saying they are NOT worth $2500 but this is false information. If they are proofs (which I assume they are) they would have to be VERY high grade to sell for even $1000 let alone $2500 so to say they are worth 'at least $2500" is simply factually wrong.
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09/28/2015 11:36 pm
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 Doing these pics from my phone. Not sure how they r coming out. And I appreciate all input. I am very happy and excited to learn more ! |
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I am gonna have to get this whole coin pic thing down lol... or its kind of pointless it seems like sorry!
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Pillar of the Community
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...whether I should get into this hobby or not. What I am about to suggest is more in line with addressing the initial concern of the OP. Coin and stamp collecting are activities that require a great deal of attention to minute (diminutive) detail. Anyone contemplating this type of activity should be prepared to: -sit a lot, -enjoy holding a magnifying glass near the eye a lot, -write and document the results of coin acquisitions & sales -be more organized for optimal categorizing of each coin Individuals who can tolerate and/or excel in the above conditions do, for the most part, enjoy this hobby. But does your particular personality lend itself to the pursuit of happiness with this type of hobby? I strongly suggest that you take a personality test to determine what personality class you fall under. Many coin collecting enthusiasts are type C personalities. The bottom line is that if you 'love' to be involved with anything related to coins, this hobby will never feel like drudgery to you. Finally, try this website to explore and identify your inner psyche: http://www.2knowmyself.com/a_b_c_d_...onality_typeAnd if you want to, let us know what type of personality you turn out to be and what you decided about continuing the pursuit of this hobby for the attainment of enjoyment etc. I wish you the best of luck my friend and do hope you at least stay in touch with CCF no matter what your ultimate decision turns out to be. mdpmedia |
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 to CCF. By inheriting these coins you are in the hobby. You will need to decide what to do next and your first two options are to keep or sell these coins. If you decide to keep them are you going to really enter the coin collecting hobby and continue to make new acquisitions. Your first step was a good one by joining CCF and asking questions. The earlier reply to submit these coins to PCGS or NGC was a good one regardless of keep or sell. Continue posting images of the other coins and CCF members will guide you through this process. |
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Bedrock of the Community
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They do appear to have a good chance of being proofs. As mentioned value will depend a lot on the actual quality of the coins and can vary widely. But they WILL be worth having.
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As mentioned they need to be sent to NGC or PCGS to be encapsulated and graded. I know all this is overwhelming so just slow down and read for a bit. I might suggest going to a coin shop and maybe they can send them in for you without joining NGC or PCGS.
Lastly don't touch or try to clean ANYTHING and welcome to a very knowledgeable bunch!!
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Pillar of the Community
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Don't think anyone has mentioned yet that these coins are fragile. Do not clean them, do not handle them with your bare fingers, do not drop them! The value for uncirculated and proof coins is highly dependent on how original and undamaged the surfaces are. Many beautiful coins have been ruined by misguided attempts to clean them or otherwise "improve" their appearance. You could lose thousands of dollars of potential value if they are mishandled.
I suggest you take your coins to a couple local coin dealers if possible to get some professional opinions. If there is a coin show in your area that would likewise be a good way to get more opinions. If you are interested in selling I strongly advise you to obtain several independent offers to compare.
Do let us know what you find out!
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@hoosiergator for $2500 I'd take a chance on the 1865 raw just to have one, though probably not the 1880. The last PR64 1865 proof quarter brought $3290 two months ago at Heritage. Even a PR62 goes for over $1000.
"Two minutes ago I would have sold my chances for a tired dime." Fred Astaire
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09/29/2015 6:37 pm
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Bedrock of the Community
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I think we're getting a bit carried away here on the '65 Proof. We don't have the pics necessary to offer an educated opinion.
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Pillar of the Community
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 With the frog of awesomeness and truth. |
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Maybe not a proof, but certainly high grade! |
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