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Valued Member
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Here is my newest pickup, a Flowing Hair Half Dollar for my type set.   It is not in the best of shape, but it was what I could afford, and I think I got a decent deal on it. With that being said I would like some opinions on its authenticity. I took a risk going after an uncertified example, but it looked fine to me, and I can return it. My second question has to do with the date. I bought it as a 1795 example, which I expect it is since those are much more common than their 1794 counterparts. However as the date seems to be completely worn off is there any chance it could possibly be a 1794? I am sure there are certain diagnostics or Overton varieties that would be able to differentiate its date, but I do not have this knowledge. I welcome all input and opinions! Edited by 1909svdb
01/19/2017 9:20 pm
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Pillar of the Community
United States
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Edited by AcesKings
01/19/2017 9:55 pm
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Valued Member
 United States
80 Posts |
Well that was quick haha. Thanks so much AcesKings, looks like a match to me.
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Pillar of the Community
United States
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How much did you pay? Worth sending in to ANACS I say.
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Pillar of the Community
United States
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 Congrats on the pick-up! Despite the grade you can still see a lot of the details. Looks like it was filled or plugged on the reverse. There's no telling which of our forefathers handled that coin.  |
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Rest in Peace
United States
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A coin that remains unfilled on most type collectors want list.
Congratulations.
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Valued Member
United States
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Thanks for all the comments, I ended up paying $280 for it which I think is not too bad. I think I will end up sending it to ANACS once I find some other coins I would like to submit as well. While it is not problem-free, I would much rather have a damaged example with plenty of detail then a completely wiped planchet for the price.
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Bedrock of the Community
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Nice pickup. Not sure it's worth spending money on for grading since it speaks for itself, but that's up to you.
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Nice pickup. Not sure it's worth spending money on for grading since it speaks for itself, but that's up to you. With Chinese making just about anything these days, usually in the circulated grades, cerification is not a totally off the wall concept. |
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Posted 01/19/2017 10:07 pm
