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The American Silver Eagle is sort of a crossover coin, half bullion and half modern collectible coin. Produced by the US Mint, it was never intended for circulation, of course. But, I feel it's much more than bullion. Examples of highly collectible ASEs include deep cameo proofs, special burnished "W" mint mark coins, and even reverse proofs. Special sets have been offered to celebrate the 10th, 20th, and 25th anniversaries of the program. Post a photo of a beautiful collectible ASE!  *** Moved by Staff to a more appropriate forum. *** |
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Bedrock of the Community
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What's the "initial release" designation? Is that comparable to "Early Release" and "First Strike"? Here are a few pics I've posted in other threads: 1999 Proof:  Overpriced Pawn Stars screen cap ($400? Seriously?!):  20th Anniversary Set:  2015 Proof:  2011 Bullion:  |
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Yeah, ANACS "Initial Release" is basically the same as PCGS "First Strike" and NGC "Early Release".
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01/25/2016 6:37 pm
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Did I say 3... I meant 4  And you know I had to throw a morgan in the mix lol (pic was already on my phone)  |
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Those are some nice pics. Since toned coins were posted...   |
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Rest in Peace
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Nothing spectacular just new!   |
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Is there going to be anything special with this years release since its 30 years anniversary and 100 year anniversary of the obverse design? Wished they would make the reverse special haha
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Only on proofs. Bullion is same old, same old  |
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@batboy: I can't help but think that your neon-toned example achieved its color via artificial means.
It looks like it might be in a grading service holder (ANACS?). Did they grade it as original/natural or did they comment on the toning?
Collecting history one coin or medal at a time! (c) commems. All rights reserved.
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Oh yeah, most definitely and blatantly artificial toned.  |
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A couple   |
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Only on proofs. ...and burnished W's ...and..Batboy...I was biting my tongue when I saw that toned rainbow knowing that it was artificially juiced. I didn't want to disappoint you but I see that you were aware. Kinda like a colorized ASE without the paint...  |
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Nice, a burnished W mint grade 70. I gotta get one of those.
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Oh yeah, most definitely and blatantly artificial toned. Artificial or not, I rather like how the tone pattern follows the devices. Not sure how easy or difficult that is to do, but I still like it. |
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Posted 01/25/2016 6:36 pm
