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Hello all, I'm interested in making an offer on this coin. Let me know your thoughts on grade and what you would offer in Canadian funds. Much appriciated   |
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Canada
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On the Obv: The braid looks great, a little flatness at the Peak but that could have need caused by a weak strike which is common in this series. Can't get a good sense of the cheek from the photo.
On the Rev: The crown looks complete ... but there is flatness at the points of the two top right leaves, which is a high point.
I'd defer to whatever ICCS said without the coin in hand, but I'd say either AU-55/58 or MS
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04/16/2018 4:54 pm
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Trends on prices can be found here: http://www.coinsandcanada.com/coins...ts-1858-1858The market is weak so a lot of things have been selling below trends, but some high-end coins have been doing well. What you offer should be based on how much you want it (i.e. are you trying to complete a registry) and your elasticity of consumption. |
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Looking at the wear on the laurel leaves, I would agree with VF30. VF40 at the best. That is the re-engraved 5 variety, so that increases the value slightly. The average selling prices on ebay are: VF30-214.00 VF40-245.00 |
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My interest is in the odd denomination 20 cents. I always wanted one and this one has come up, so I am thinking of stepping up. I new there was variations of this coin and I wasn't sure which one it fell under. They always say buy the coin not the holder, so I am curious how this one measures up to that saying.
I'll post the actual grade tomorrow.
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I think AU50.
Offer VF40 money for it, but remember that book trends are for full retail pricing. That means offering a VF40 price.
A coin dealer would probably try to sell it for an AU50 price, if he need to move it. He has to make at least 50% profit unless he has an immediate buyer, in which case, he may procure it for 75% of trends pricing.
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I'm in the EF range on this one but the pictures seem a little washed out for me. The Canadian market is very soft right now but this coin is very popular and is relatively unaffected. Should cost around 70-75% of trends.
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 Thanks again guys. You all helped a lot. I agree with everyone I thought it was graded high for what it looks like. I offered 409.50 cad with premium and tax included. Lets see what happens. |
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Posted 04/16/2018 4:40 pm
