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Valued Member
United States
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I have the opportunity to pick this up on the cheap side. It's not the most attractive coin. Do you agree with the grade? What would be a good price? Seller's pics:   |
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Pillar of the Community
United States
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MS-65 is probably right, but I can't say for sure without holding it and examining. From what I can see, the sails and globe do exhibit full lines, which is good for high grades. The dark toning on his cheek and hair really throw me off though. The eye appeal just isn't here on this coin. Unless it looks better in-hand, I'd personally pass and hold out for a more attractive toned or blast-white example. There have been some good deals on ebay for appealing MS-65s over the past couple of months. |
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CCF Master Historian of USA Commemoratives
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Do you agree with the grade? What would be a good price? I'd have to see this coin in hand to feel comfortable assigning a grade to it. I can't tell from the images if the dark areas on Columbus' cheek, eyelid and hairline are the result of rub or just surface discolorations unconnected to wear. I believe the coin's visual aesthetics would appeal only to a small minority of collectors and therefore it could prove difficult to sell if such a need/desire arose. I agree with Atlas642, I would pass on the coin and look for one that is more attractive. If you are intent on purchasing, however. The Greysheet currently lists the wholesale bid at $325 for the coin in MS-65 and $100 for an example in MS-64. Based on your images, I would not pay MS-65 money for the coin; a strong discount would be needed for me to even consider a purchase. Hope you're happy with whatever you decide! Collecting history one coin or medal at a time! (c) commems. All rights reserved.
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Pillar of the Community
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It's hard to see wear on a coin in mid to high MS grade when its toned. My personal opinion is I wouldn't spend MS 65 price on a toned coin, if its that high grade I want it blast white. But thats me. If you can get it for less than greysheet and you like the coin then I say go for it.
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United States
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I am going by the pictures alone and not making assumptions. It looks like an AU coin that toned and then circulated some, not unlike the affect which creates circulation cameo. I say this because the light areas look worn, not un-toned, if that makes sense.
I do not dislike this coin, I actually find it interesting. However, I do not think it is MS-65 and would never pay more than a lower-AU price for it.
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Valued Member
 United States
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Thanks for the info everyone. I've examined similar coins in hand before, and the toning can be tricky. However, I am fairly confident it is uncirculated. Just not sure if it is ms65.
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United States
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It very well may be uncirculated, I just do not see it in the photos. I am no photographer, my coins certainly look worse in my photos than in hand, so I can remain optimistic that the NGC grade is actually more accurate than my guess. However, as I said, I am judging by the photos alone and not making any assumptions, as to lighting, camera settings, post-processing, etc.
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Valued Member
United States
283 Posts |
I agree with what you're saying, jbuck. The photos are definitely tricky.
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Bedrock of the Community
United States
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Do you really want this really dull example of a common coin in your collection just because of a TPG grade? You're right - it's not the most attractive coin. Pass. |
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Pillar of the Community
United States
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There are lots of these all over the place! Wait! I have owned several details coins ,and you cannot get rid of them..If you go UNC, (and you should), then shoot for eye appeal first.
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Bedrock of the Community
United States
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For me ... I don't agree with the grade.
It sounds like others are not sure of the grade.
Coins like this, if your not sure of the grade
and it doesn't have eye appeal.
Than I would not buy it
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United States
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Not trying to pile on ... simply adding the opinion of an experienced collector of this series.
This is an ugly coin devoid of eye appeal ... and if purchased at whatever price will be eventually re-sold ... where the prospective buyers will view an ugly coin devoid of eye appeal.
There are many MS65 Columbian halves out there ... politely suggest you move on and find a more appealing example.
David
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Pillar of the Community
United States
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I have a couple of those that Grandma got back when the Expo was going and years sitting in a drawer til I got them. Mine looks better than that one. Not MS 65 to me. more like AU Jbuck noted
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Valued Member
United States
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I can't tell if the coin is low-grade or just ugly. "Low eye appeal" is quite the euphemism - very polite.
It's to difficult to tell with the photos provided, though I appreciate you sharing your coin.
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