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Here is the other coin. I am not sure on this one as it has seen some wear. Not sure if these circulated much. Rings silver, weight 12.3 Grams designer initials are there. any thoughts from the experts? Thank You! RK   |
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Isn't this a commemorative coin?
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Isn't this a commemorative coin? Yes Justinokay, it is a commemorative US silver Half Dollar, 150 year Sesquicentennial for the state of Vermont. I have seen some fakes from the no no site and this coin does not have those same diagnostics, so I think it is genuine but looks to have been cleaned ( I see hairlines). I am looking for the experts to chime in and confirm what I suspect (that the coin is genuine). |
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Here is a thread I think will help you. http://goccf.com/t/98223You can also contact nickelsearcher since he collects low ball commens and would likely have this one in his set. |
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My impression is that the coin is genuine but that it has been mishandled.
It appears that someone took a well-circulated Vermont that likely had developed dark toning while in circulation and harshly cleaned it in an attempt to improve its appearance. They didn't succeed (IMO), the coin just doesn't look natural.
Collecting history one coin or medal at a time! (c) commems. All rights reserved.
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You can also contact nickelsearcher since he collects low ball commens and would likely have this one in his set. Thanks ckrakowski, Nickelsearcher is just getting back from his trip in the desert so he may be along in a few days. Quote:
My impression is that the coin is genuine but that it has been mishandled.
It appears that someone took a well-circulated Vermont that likely had developed dark toning while in circulation and harshly cleaned it in an attempt to improve its appearance. They didn't succeed (IMO), the coin just doesn't look natural. I agree with your opinion commems, it may be a good filler for a type set. It's too bad someone scrubbed it. just a shame. Edited by RK55
03/30/2017 8:57 pm
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Definitely looks harshly cleaned.
Not a slab candidate but if you like it and the price is right or if you want to turn it into a pocket piece and bring it down even more go for it.
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It's fun to see circulated commemoratives. Some of them wear more gracefully than others.
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Ouch ... what a shame that someone before you chose to clean this coin. I say authentic and not from the no-no site ... VF range .. but badly cleaned. It's a hole filler in anyone set ... and a nice addition to yours Nice photographs BTW RK55 ... they really help us to help you. For comparison ... as these circulated examples are not often seen ... here is my PCGS G06 example ....  The Vermont example is found on occasion in circulated state ... and not that difficult in todays market to obtain. Hopeful that you enjoy the coin ... it is an amazing example of USA coinage history. David Take a look at my other hobby ... http://www.jk-dk.art |
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Thanks nickelsearcher!
Not holding onto this one. I threw it up on the bay. someone may want a pocket piece as suggested, or as you said a filler.
I am starting to get into colonials more, so I try and flip what I can to feed my habit.
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Good luck! Not one of the best-looking commem designs.
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That cat really wears well on this coin.
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I threw it up on the bay. someone may want a pocket piece as suggested, or as you said a filler. That's up to you and your aesthetic for what is acceptable ... there were only 28,142 of the Vermont half dollars distributed ... so even a mis-handled example should be treasured by someone. Quote:
That cat really wears well on this coin. Agreed ... its actually a catamount ... a Canadian lynx ... related to the USA mountain lion. The 'cat' image selected for the reverse by designer Charles Keck was representative of the 1777 gathering spot for the USA revolutionary war plotters at the "Catamount Tavern" Lastly ... of the entire 50 coin type set of classic silver commemoratives ... this Vermont half dollar was struck in the highest relief of all ... hence the amazing amount of detail remaining in my certified G06 example. David Take a look at my other hobby ... http://www.jk-dk.artEdited by nickelsearcher
04/01/2017 6:28 pm
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Posted 03/30/2017 6:19 pm
