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First off, I only tend to keep 1 example of any given coin, so my dilemma is which to keep of these 2. 1852 Dragon Slayer half penny with a re-punched "B" (if I remember correctly Doug said this is one of the hardest to find varieties for this series)  I've been scanning ebay weekly, and after 2 years finally found another. #1 fairly sharp detail but has some distracting rim dings. OR #2 a little worn but with decent rims.   Edited by Wade
12/15/2017 11:32 pm
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#1 definitely has less wear, but those rims are nasty.
I assume you already have a higher grade 1852 without the repunched B.
So if I be you It's #2.
IMO honest wear trumps damage in this case.
"Dipping" is not considered cleaning...
-from PCGS website
Edited by DBM
12/16/2017 01:45 am
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I say keep #2.Much nicer eye appeal. John1  |
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#2 for me, a bit of honest wear but overall a clean, damage free example.
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It's #2 for me as well .. good honest wear.
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I like # 2 better. Those rims on #1 are just too rough.
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I like the eye appeal of #2 more.
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The technical grade of the first token is a solid XF-45.
The technical grade of the second token is a F-15.
True, the first token has rim issues and would be reduced in value a notch or so,
but no lower than VF-30, which is still more desirable than the second token.
That being said, your higher grade token of this variety is nicer than mine. As with
all coins / tokens, I believe technical condition oftentimes trumps rim nick distractions.
My ensamples are comparable to your second token. I find this to be
difficult to find in higher grades. For now, appreciate what you have, in spite of the rim nicks.
Rim issues go with the territory, and are somewhat more to be expected. Bends and holes
are deliberate damage and as such are less forgiving.
No matter which way you decide to go, you will always have second doubts of the decision.
The best solution is to find an even better ensample.
doug
Edited by colonialtokens
12/16/2017 2:48 pm
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I think that #2 is at least VF-20, with the reverse weakly struck. The Obv looks good for a 20.
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thanks all, if the rim damage were to be on the OBV (dragon side) as opposed to the REV (side with the re-punch) the decision would be hands down the higher technical grade... still a coin flip at this point... Quote:
The best solution is to find an even better ensample. truer words have never been spoken  but as you've (Doug) pointed out, finding someone who cares about these varieties can prove harder to find than the variety itself. I will continue, and enjoy, the search as much as I enjoy the coins themselves. cheers all, and happy holidays Merry Xmas ! Edited by Wade
12/16/2017 9:19 pm
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I personally would would go #1. I love the detail on that coin and can look past the rim damage. I know is bothers most people but when you look at a coin, your eyes are locked into the center of the coin. Rim damage rarely if ever bothers me.
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First off, I only tend to keep 1 example of any given coin, so my dilemma is which to keep of these 2. I'd break my own rules and start a second set..  Nice to see the tough ones here.. |
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