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What does everyone think? Should I get this baby graded? Eons ago she was only $200 (from my reputable dealer). Ideas? I called her a Coronet in my files but, she's a Liberty. Most of those scratches are on the Air Tite - I believe.   Edited by dsking
01/25/2023 12:14 pm
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Bedrock of the Community
United States
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Looks AU-55 to me. Getting it slabbed guarantees it's authenticity and makes it easier when you go to sell it.
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Thanks IndianGoldEagle! I had hoped that you would respond! Others too ofcourse.  |
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I'm at AU58, nice coin. I totally agree with IGE, almost all gold coins are worth certification and slabbing. With all the fakes out there it makes things much easier for re-sale, if/when you decide.
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I'll say AU-58, maybe even an MS-60. Nice coin indeed.
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tough to determine whats on the holder and whats on the coin plus glare.  i'll go with AU55 |
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tough to determine whats on the holder and whats on the coin plus glare. The color is real close to being true to the coin. I'll have to take another look at it. I'll have to pop her out of the Air Tite. I have a Microscope on order and hope that it will be here any day. I hope that will help with my photography. I never have been very good at it. I appreciate your comments! |
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Bedrock of the Community
United States
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Your photos are pretty decent for grading. Maybe just remove the coin from the holder to eliminate any marks on the holder.
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United States
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Assuming the marks are on the holder I'd say AU 55 but gold often surprises me and yes, I would have it slabbed. I plan on doing the same with mine.
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I think it is AU-55. I would not send it in to get graded. You are looking at $40 fee + $10 application fee and postage both ways for what is a very nice AU gold coin. I just sent coins to PCGS for the first time since the early 90s and it is just plain expensive. Spend the money on more coins or a book if you are concerned that it is counterfeit. I know I am in the minority here about sending everything off to get graded.
From CoinFacts,"David Akers (1975/88): The 1880 is common in all grades and is readily obtainable even in choice uncirculated condition."
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i disagree with the people who are recommending having a circulated common date $5 gold slabbed. it will be a net negative when you go to sell. they sell for the same amount raw as they do slabbed. this is functionally a bullion coin with a small assayers premium. the people collecting $5 gold coins by date and mintmark will mostly want an 1880 in much better condition.
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you have a decent point Carrs, It matters your reasoning for wanting it slabbed I guess. If you are doing it because you think it will add a premium to the price when you go to sell it, they yes, sending it off as a one off coin will not be profitable. Personally for me, my reasons are a bit different, I shouldn't assume everyone is doing it for the same one. So to add to profits - no need to slab, any other personal reason, then its worthy enough in my opinion.
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Thanks all! I'm not a big "slab" person. This gal will just remain nice and happy in her Air-Tite. I have no questions about her authenticity.
I have a few St. Gaudens that I may submit but, that's about all. I appreciate your comments!
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Bedrock of the Community
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A slab lends a certain presence to a coin. If the money is not a stretch, then go ahead.
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no need to slab, any other personal reason, then its worthy enough in my opinion. this is a great point. not everything in coins needs to be for profit. if you like the holder or value the peace of mind that come with authentication then it makes sense. everyone who wants and can afford it should have their coins presented in whatever way makes them happiest. |
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