Decisions, Decisions, Decisions. Which One Do I Choose?

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Dearborn Moderator United States 94636 Posts	Posted 12/01/2022 4:59 pm I just got my Christmas bonus from my boss. it is $1,000 USD! Do I hold onto it to help pay for the elusive 1936 satin Proof (PCGS) graded cent, OR do I buy the item I have been watching for about 2 months - a 1950 proof Mint set in OGP? (The seller is asking $799.00 or best offer) I'm leaning towards the 1950 set - which will complete my OGP Proof set dated from 1951 (at the moment to the present year.) Collecting since 1972. Learning from then on "Tell me and I forget. Teach me and I remember. Involve me and I learn." - Benjamin Franklin 7070 type set coin count: 51/76 Uncirculated American Silver Eagles My American Silver Eagle Proof Collection Sacagawea Dollars Innovation Dollars Eisenhower-Dollars Kennedy-Half Dollars Washington-Quarters Roosevelt-Dimes Buffalo-Nickels 1938-2005 Jefferson-Nickels Lincoln-Cents Report this Post to the Staff

Coinfrog Bedrock of the Community United States 94367 Posts	Posted 12/01/2022 5:09 pm I'd like to see pics of both options first! Report this Post to the Staff
Dearborn Moderator United States 94636 Posts	Posted 12/01/2022 5:11 pm Well there is no picture of the first option as I'm still in the search for a nice one (the '36 proof), but I'll get the link to the ebay auction to you. (so long as I don't get sniped out of it..) 195497902067 Collecting since 1972. Learning from then on "Tell me and I forget. Teach me and I remember. Involve me and I learn." - Benjamin Franklin 7070 type set coin count: 51/76 Uncirculated American Silver Eagles My American Silver Eagle Proof Collection Sacagawea Dollars Innovation Dollars Eisenhower-Dollars Kennedy-Half Dollars Washington-Quarters Roosevelt-Dimes Buffalo-Nickels 1938-2005 Jefferson-Nickels Lincoln-Cents Edited by Dearborn 12/01/2022 5:15 pm Report this Post to the Staff
Dearborn Moderator United States 94636 Posts	Posted 12/01/2022 5:17 pm The seller offered it to me for 700 that is the cheapest price I have seen for this year proof set so far... Collecting since 1972. Learning from then on "Tell me and I forget. Teach me and I remember. Involve me and I learn." - Benjamin Franklin 7070 type set coin count: 51/76 Uncirculated American Silver Eagles My American Silver Eagle Proof Collection Sacagawea Dollars Innovation Dollars Eisenhower-Dollars Kennedy-Half Dollars Washington-Quarters Roosevelt-Dimes Buffalo-Nickels 1938-2005 Jefferson-Nickels Lincoln-Cents Report this Post to the Staff
jbuck Moderator United States 187446 Posts	Posted 12/01/2022 5:29 pm Get a '36 if you can find one! If not, you can always settle for the '50. I already know what I want to get with my bonus, assuming it is as nice as last year. Coin Collector Since 1978 Avatar Old Avatar 7070 Eisenhower Australia Canada World CCF Members on eBay CCF eBay Search Engine Report this Post to the Staff
HondoB Bedrock of the Community United States 24878 Posts	Posted 12/01/2022 5:32 pm Seems that the 1950 proof Mint set has been sold - was that you, Dearborn? Inordinately fascinated by bits of metal with strange markings and figures Report this Post to the Staff
Dearborn Moderator United States 94636 Posts	Posted 12/01/2022 5:54 pm Quote: Seems that the 1950 proof Mint set has been sold - was that you, Dearborn? Well, yes, that was me. When I checked my account and saw the offer (which could have been waiting for me to see before I started this topic) I had to jump on it. I have seen when a sell makes an offer, they usually send it out to several 'watchers'. I have been watching this item for about 2 months (with a re-listing in between). At this price, I have what I believe is going to be a good purchase. The seller is at 100% feedback - which is a good sign. They also posted a lot of pictures (also good). I have been looking for some time (so, yes I took my time to think about it). This year set I have see going for almost $1,000.00, so if I need to I could possibly re-sell it (which I don't think I will...) Collecting since 1972. Learning from then on "Tell me and I forget. Teach me and I remember. Involve me and I learn." - Benjamin Franklin 7070 type set coin count: 51/76 Uncirculated American Silver Eagles My American Silver Eagle Proof Collection Sacagawea Dollars Innovation Dollars Eisenhower-Dollars Kennedy-Half Dollars Washington-Quarters Roosevelt-Dimes Buffalo-Nickels 1938-2005 Jefferson-Nickels Lincoln-Cents Edited by Dearborn 12/01/2022 5:55 pm Report this Post to the Staff
BadThad Bedrock of the Community United States 19930 Posts	Posted 12/01/2022 6:48 pm 1936 satin FTW! There are way less of them than the proof sets. Lincoln Cent Lover! VERDI-CARE™ INVENTOR https://verdi.care/ Report this Post to the Staff
Dearborn Moderator United States 94636 Posts	Posted 12/01/2022 7:23 pm Quote: 1936 satin FTW! There are way less of them than the proof sets. That is true. I'll find that satin and get it, just need to find a nice one - that satin will need to be a very nice stand alone coin (in its PCGS holder - which is the only way I'll buy it) But that makes it expensive, way more than even PCGS values it.. which is my major problem, the sellers think it is made of 48 carrot gold.. Collecting since 1972. Learning from then on "Tell me and I forget. Teach me and I remember. Involve me and I learn." - Benjamin Franklin 7070 type set coin count: 51/76 Uncirculated American Silver Eagles My American Silver Eagle Proof Collection Sacagawea Dollars Innovation Dollars Eisenhower-Dollars Kennedy-Half Dollars Washington-Quarters Roosevelt-Dimes Buffalo-Nickels 1938-2005 Jefferson-Nickels Lincoln-Cents Report this Post to the Staff
BadThad Bedrock of the Community United States 19930 Posts	Posted 12/01/2022 10:28 pm Quote: That is true. I'll find that satin and get it, just need to find a nice one - that satin will need to be a very nice stand alone coin (in its PCGS holder - which is the only way I'll buy it) But that makes it expensive, way more than even PCGS values it.. which is my major problem, the sellers think it is made of 48 carrot gold.. Think of it this way. The 1936 satin is THE KEY coin for the 36 up proof series. They aren't going down in value. Lincoln Cent Lover! VERDI-CARE™ INVENTOR https://verdi.care/ Report this Post to the Staff
Coinfrog Bedrock of the Community United States 94367 Posts	Posted 12/01/2022 10:33 pm How about some pics of this satin proof? How about a grade? Report this Post to the Staff
nickelsearcher Moderator United States 15381 Posts	Posted 12/02/2022 05:16 am Congratulations on the purchase. Show us some photos of the proof set upon arrival. Take a look at my other hobby ... http://www.jk-dk.art Report this Post to the Staff
Dearborn Moderator United States 94636 Posts	Posted 12/02/2022 06:25 am Quote: Think of it this way. The 1936 satin is THE KEY coin for the 36 up proof series. They aren't going down in value. Yes it is, but I'm not ready to drop 4 house payments on one just yet.. On the other hand - I did complete my 1950 to 2022 OGP Proof sets. Now hat I no longer need to get that, I'll be putting away spare cash for the satin. Mr. Frog, I have not yet found a satin '36 yet. As soon as I do, I'll post it up. Collecting since 1972. Learning from then on "Tell me and I forget. Teach me and I remember. Involve me and I learn." - Benjamin Franklin 7070 type set coin count: 51/76 Uncirculated American Silver Eagles My American Silver Eagle Proof Collection Sacagawea Dollars Innovation Dollars Eisenhower-Dollars Kennedy-Half Dollars Washington-Quarters Roosevelt-Dimes Buffalo-Nickels 1938-2005 Jefferson-Nickels Lincoln-Cents Edited by Dearborn 12/02/2022 06:30 am Report this Post to the Staff
Dearborn Moderator United States 94636 Posts	Posted 12/02/2022 09:31 am @Coinfrog - here ya go: 134298737154 Collecting since 1972. Learning from then on "Tell me and I forget. Teach me and I remember. Involve me and I learn." - Benjamin Franklin 7070 type set coin count: 51/76 Uncirculated American Silver Eagles My American Silver Eagle Proof Collection Sacagawea Dollars Innovation Dollars Eisenhower-Dollars Kennedy-Half Dollars Washington-Quarters Roosevelt-Dimes Buffalo-Nickels 1938-2005 Jefferson-Nickels Lincoln-Cents Report this Post to the Staff
mcshilling Pillar of the Community Canada 9149 Posts	Posted 12/02/2022 1:23 pm Nice looking coin but I will never own it. Report this Post to the Staff
T-BOP Rest in Peace United States 18456 Posts	Posted 12/02/2022 1:32 pm 4 grand for a penny ! Report this Post to the Staff
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