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Napoleon I Laureate head 1813-A (Paris mint), France Gold 20 Francs (6.45 grams, 0.1867 oz) catalog # KM.687.1. Slabbed PCGS AU55 Paid $520 at eBay 10/19/2014, but received 10% credit coupon at eBay, so net cost = $468
Napoleon I Laureate head 1813-A (Paris mint), France Gold 20 Francs (6.45 grams, 0.1867 oz) catalog # KM.687.1. Slabbed PCGS AU55 Paid $520 at eBay 10/19/2014, but received 10% credit coupon at eBay, so net cost = $468
Napoleon I Laureate head 1813-A (Paris mint), France Gold 20 Francs (6.45 grams, 0.1867 oz) catalog # KM.687.1. Slabbed PCGS AU55 Paid $520 at eBay 10/19/2014, but received 10% credit coupon at eBay, so net cost = $468
Napoleon Bonaparte 1812 as Emperor, 40 Francs gold, PCGS XF40. Gold content 0.3734 oz. Purchased when gold $1188/oz. Catalog KM 696.1. Mintage 693,000. I carefully selected this coin over many months of searching eBay for an appropriately priced example with minimal wear and no distracting marks. It is nicer than others with same grade. Paid $609 at eBay 5/26/2015 from dealer Warehouse Coins, but received 10% credit coupon at eBay so net cost was $548
Napoleon Bonaparte 1812 as Emperor, 40 Francs gold, PCGS XF40. Gold content 0.3734 oz. Purchased when gold $1188/oz. Catalog KM 696.1. Mintage 693,000. I carefully selected this coin over many months of searching eBay for an appropriately priced example with minimal wear and no distracting marks. It is nicer than others with same grade. Paid $609 at eBay 5/26/2015 from dealer Warehouse Coins, but received 10% credit coupon at eBay so net cost was $548
Napoleon Bonaparte 1812 as Emperor, 40 Francs gold, PCGS XF40. Gold content 0.3734 oz. Purchased when gold $1188/oz. Catalog KM 696.1. Mintage 693,000. I carefully selected this coin over many months of searching eBay for an appropriately priced example with minimal wear and no distracting marks. It is nicer than others with same grade. Paid $609 at eBay 5/26/2015 from dealer Warehouse Coins, but received 10% credit coupon at eBay so net cost was $548
Napoleon Bonaparte 1812 as Emperor, 40 Francs gold, PCGS XF40. Gold content 0.3734 oz. Purchased when gold $1188/oz. Catalog KM 696.1. Mintage 693,000. I carefully selected this coin over many months of searching eBay for an appropriately priced example with minimal wear and no distracting marks. It is nicer than others with same grade. Paid $609 at eBay 5/26/2015 from dealer Warehouse Coins, but received 10% credit coupon at eBay so net cost was $548
Napoleon Bonaparte 1812 as Emperor, 40 Francs gold, PCGS XF40. Gold content 0.3734 oz. Purchased when gold $1188/oz. Catalog KM 696.1. Mintage 693,000. I carefully selected this coin over many months of searching eBay for an appropriately priced example with minimal wear and no distracting marks. It is nicer than others with same grade. Paid $609 at eBay 5/26/2015 from dealer Warehouse Coins, but received 10% credit coupon at eBay so net cost was $548
Napoleon Bonaparte 1812 as Emperor, 40 Francs gold, PCGS XF40. Gold content 0.3734 oz. Purchased when gold $1188/oz. Catalog KM 696.1. Mintage 693,000. I carefully selected this coin over many months of searching eBay for an appropriately priced example with minimal wear and no distracting marks. It is nicer than others with same grade. Paid $609 at eBay 5/26/2015 from dealer Warehouse Coins, but received 10% credit coupon at eBay so net cost was $548
Napoleon Bonaparte 1812 as Emperor, 40 Francs gold, PCGS XF40. Gold content 0.3734 oz. Purchased when gold $1188/oz. Catalog KM 696.1. Mintage 693,000. I carefully selected this coin over many months of searching eBay for an appropriately priced example with minimal wear and no distracting marks. It is nicer than others with same grade. Paid $609 at eBay 5/26/2015 from dealer Warehouse Coins, but received 10% credit coupon at eBay so net cost was $548
Napoleon Bonaparte 1803-1804 as Premier Consul, 12th year of French Revolution (AN-12) which ran from Sep 24, 1803 to Sep 22, 1804. France. 40 Francs Gold 0.3733 oz. Catalog # Krause-Mishler 652 (KM.652). This was issued shortly before Napoleon crowned himself emperor in 1804 in a lavish ceremony at Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris Paid $733.43 at eBay 10/26/2014, but received 10% credit in eBay bucks so net cost $660.09
Napoleon Bonaparte 1803-1804 as Premier Consul, 12th year of French Revolution (AN-12) which ran from Sep 24, 1803 to Sep 22, 1804. France. 40 Francs Gold 0.3733 oz. Catalog # Krause-Mishler 652 (KM.652). This was issued shortly before Napoleon crowned himself emperor in 1804 in a lavish ceremony at Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris Paid $733.43 at eBay 10/26/2014, but received 10% credit in eBay bucks so net cost $660.09
Napoleon Bonaparte 1803-1804 as Premier Consul, 12th year of French Revolution (AN-12) which ran from Sep 24, 1803 to Sep 22, 1804. France. 40 Francs Gold 0.3733 oz. Catalog # Krause-Mishler 652 (KM.652). This was issued shortly before Napoleon crowned himself emperor in 1804 in a lavish ceremony at Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris Paid $733.43 at eBay 10/26/2014, but received 10% credit in eBay bucks so net cost $660.09
Napoleon Bonaparte 1803-1804 as Premier Consul, 12th year of French Revolution (AN-12) which ran from Sep 24, 1803 to Sep 22, 1804. France. 40 Francs Gold 0.3733 oz. Catalog # Krause-Mishler 652 (KM.652). This was issued shortly before Napoleon crowned himself emperor in 1804 in a lavish ceremony at Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris Paid $733.43 at eBay 10/26/2014, but received 10% credit in eBay bucks so net cost $660.09
Napoleon Bonaparte 1803-1804 as Premier Consul, 12th year of French Revolution (AN-12) which ran from Sep 24, 1803 to Sep 22, 1804. France. 40 Francs Gold 0.3733 oz. Catalog # Krause-Mishler 652 (KM.652). This was issued shortly before Napoleon crowned himself emperor in 1804 in a lavish ceremony at Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris Paid $733.43 at eBay 10/26/2014, but received 10% credit in eBay bucks so net cost $660.09
Napoleon Bonaparte 1803-1804 as Premier Consul, 12th year of French Revolution (AN-12) which ran from Sep 24, 1803 to Sep 22, 1804. France. 40 Francs Gold 0.3733 oz. Catalog # Krause-Mishler 652 (KM.652). This was issued shortly before Napoleon crowned himself emperor in 1804 in a lavish ceremony at Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris Paid $733.43 at eBay 10/26/2014, but received 10% credit in eBay bucks so net cost $660.09
French Colonies 1741, ex-Ford collection. Dealer paid $240 himself, was asking $275 at Baltimore show in Oct 2017, and turned down another offer for $250, but later accepted my offer $260 cash at Allentown coin show 12/2/2017. The dealer emphasized this coin has a "pedigree" from a famous collection (Ford's coin collection was one of the largest ever assembled, and took about 10 different auctions to break up and sell). Similar coin for sale on eBay was described as "1741 Sou M French Colonies Sou Marque PCGS AU55" with asking price of $450 buy-it-now, listed in the "Colonial" subsection of US Coins. These style coins were produced by France for its Caribbean colonies, and have long been collected with coins produced for the American colonies. With a population of only 2 (both AU 55) by PCGS as of 12/8/2020, this specific example sold for $1,150 on 3/1/2007 at Heritage Auctions. The other known example sold at Heritage auctions for $431 on 4/22/2008 and $173 on 2/1/2009.
French Colonies 1741, ex-Ford collection. Dealer paid $240 himself, was asking $275 at Baltimore show in Oct 2017, and turned down another offer for $250, but later accepted my offer $260 cash at Allentown coin show 12/2/2017. The dealer emphasized this coin has a "pedigree" from a famous collection (Ford's coin collection was one of the largest ever assembled, and took about 10 different auctions to break up and sell). Similar coin for sale on eBay was described as "1741 Sou M French Colonies Sou Marque PCGS AU55" with asking price of $450 buy-it-now, listed in the "Colonial" subsection of US Coins. These style coins were produced by France for its Caribbean colonies, and have long been collected with coins produced for the American colonies. With a population of only 2 (both AU 55) by PCGS as of 12/8/2020, this specific example sold for $1,150 on 3/1/2007 at Heritage Auctions. The other known example sold at Heritage auctions for $431 on 4/22/2008 and $173 on 2/1/2009.
1788 colonial copper half-cent from state of Massachusetts, PCGS VF35. Paid $580 cash at Allentown coin show 6/13/2015
1788 colonial copper half-cent from state of Massachusetts, PCGS VF35. Paid $580 cash at Allentown coin show 6/13/2015
1788 colonial copper half-cent from state of Massachusetts, PCGS VF35. Paid $580 cash at Allentown coin show 6/13/2015
1788 colonial copper half-cent from state of Massachusetts, PCGS VF35. Paid $580 cash at Allentown coin show 6/13/2015
1787 colonial copper penny from state of Connecticut. Variety with Draped Bust Left, PCGS VF35. The design imitated the British halfpenny. The obverse depicts the bust of a man wearing a laurel wreath, with latin abbreviations for the phrase "by the authority of Connecticut". The reverse depicts seated Liberty, closely resembling British Britannia, with abbreviated legend "Independence and Liberty". The state authorized a private company to mint the coins, and received 5% royalty fee (1 in 20 of the coins minted were given to the state). Nice 2-tone eye appeal. Paid $550 cash at Allentown coin show 6/4/2016. Dealer wouldn't bargain. The same exact PCGS coin had previously sold many years ago at Goldberg auction 9/17/2003 for $414
1787 colonial copper penny from state of Connecticut. Variety with Draped Bust Left, PCGS VF35. The design imitated the British halfpenny. The obverse depicts the bust of a man wearing a laurel wreath, with latin abbreviations for the phrase "by the authority of Connecticut". The reverse depicts seated Liberty, closely resembling British Britannia, with abbreviated legend "Independence and Liberty". The state authorized a private company to mint the coins, and received 5% royalty fee (1 in 20 of the coins minted were given to the state). Nice 2-tone eye appeal. Paid $550 cash at Allentown coin show 6/4/2016. Dealer wouldn't bargain. The same exact PCGS coin had previously sold many years ago at Goldberg auction 9/17/2003 for $414
1795 One Cent Copper Token by Talbot, Allum & Lee, PCGS AU55 These post-Colonial coins were made in England at the order of New York firm of Talbot, Allum & Lee, for circulation in the United States as One Cent pieces. Much of their coin supply was later purchased the US Mint, which re-used them as planchets for U.S. Half Cents in 1795 and 1797. Purchased this coin for $500 cash at Allentown coin show 6/3/2017 from dealer who specializes in colonial coins. He emphasized this is a nice affordable example, and that if the coin were just one grade higher, it would cost twice as much. This same exact PCGS coin previously sold for $399 in Heritage auctions 11/8/2016, so dealer made about 25% profit.
1795 One Cent Copper Token by Talbot, Allum & Lee, PCGS AU55 These post-Colonial coins were made in England at the order of New York firm of Talbot, Allum & Lee, for circulation in the United States as One Cent pieces. Much of their coin supply was later purchased the US Mint, which re-used them as planchets for U.S. Half Cents in 1795 and 1797. Purchased this coin for $500 cash at Allentown coin show 6/3/2017 from dealer who specializes in colonial coins. He emphasized this is a nice affordable example, and that if the coin were just one grade higher, it would cost twice as much. This same exact PCGS coin previously sold for $399 in Heritage auctions 11/8/2016, so dealer made about 25% profit.
Most popular Colonial currency - the first Federal coin - the "FUGIO" Cent. Specialty variety N7-T, 4 Cinq (cinquefoils) refer to ornaments on front of coin before & after word FUGIO. Famous "linked chain" reverse, Designed by Ben Franklin with motto "Mind Your Business". First coin authorized by congress.
Most popular Colonial currency - the first Federal coin - the "FUGIO" Cent. Specialty variety N7-T, 4 Cinq (cinquefoils) refer to ornaments on front of coin before & after word FUGIO. Famous "linked chain" reverse, Designed by Ben Franklin with motto "Mind Your Business". First coin authorized by congress.
Most popular Colonial currency - the first Federal coin - the "FUGIO" Cent. Specialty variety N7-T, 4 Cinq (cinquefoils) refer to ornaments on front of coin before & after word FUGIO. Famous "linked chain" reverse, Designed by Ben Franklin with motto "Mind Your Business". First coin authorized by congress.
Most popular Colonial currency - the first Federal coin - the "FUGIO" Cent. Specialty variety N7-T, 4 Cinq (cinquefoils) refer to ornaments on front of coin before & after word FUGIO. Famous "linked chain" reverse, Designed by Ben Franklin with motto "Mind Your Business". First coin authorized by congress.
Most popular Colonial currency - the first Federal coin - the "FUGIO" Cent. Specialty variety N7-T, 4 Cinq (cinquefoils) refer to ornaments on front of coin before & after word FUGIO. Famous "linked chain" reverse, Designed by Ben Franklin with motto "Mind Your Business". First coin authorized by congress.
Most popular Colonial currency - the first Federal coin - the "FUGIO" Cent. Specialty variety N7-T, 4 Cinq (cinquefoils) refer to ornaments on front of coin before & after word FUGIO. Famous "linked chain" reverse, Designed by Ben Franklin with motto "Mind Your Business". First coin authorized by congress.
Most popular Colonial currency - the first Federal coin - the "FUGIO" Cent. Specialty variety N7-T, 4 Cinq (cinquefoils) refer to ornaments on front of coin before & after word FUGIO. Famous "linked chain" reverse, Designed by Ben Franklin with motto "Mind Your Business". First coin authorized by congress.
Most popular Colonial currency - the first Federal coin - the "FUGIO" Cent. Specialty variety N7-T, 4 Cinq (cinquefoils) refer to ornaments on front of coin before & after word FUGIO. Famous "linked chain" reverse, Designed by Ben Franklin with motto "Mind Your Business". First coin authorized by congress.
1788 colonial copper cent from state of Massachusetts, PCGS AU50. Dealer at Allentown coin show 12/5/2015 said this coin has what's called a "wood grain finish". He wouldn't bargain on price
1788 colonial copper cent from state of Massachusetts, PCGS AU50. Dealer at Allentown coin show 12/5/2015 said this coin has what's called a "wood grain finish". He wouldn't bargain on price
1806 Draped Bust Half Cent, PCGS VF30 BN, Small 6 No Stems variety. Paid $238.35 at eBay 7/29/2012
1806 Draped Bust Half Cent, PCGS VF30 BN, Small 6 No Stems variety. Paid $238.35 at eBay 7/29/2012
1806 Draped Bust Half Cent, PCGS VF30 BN, Small 6 No Stems variety. Paid $238.35 at eBay 7/29/2012
1806 Draped Bust Half Cent, PCGS VF30 BN, Small 6 No Stems variety. Paid $238.35 at eBay 7/29/2012
1806 Draped Bust Half Cent, PCGS VF30 BN, Small 6 No Stems variety. Paid $238.35 at eBay 7/29/2012
1794 Large Cent PCGS F15 OGH, with head "style of 1795". Excellent type coin, with readily visible devices due to "two-tone" patina on obverse. Dealer's description: "1794 Liberty Cap Cent PCGS F15 Sheldon 41 R4. Caramel surfaces and excellent eye appeal on this collectible type coin. This is the Sheldon 41 variety of the 1794 cent. It is regarded as one of the most beautiful of the 1794 cents. The reverse die crack is advanced, accounting for the weaker detail in this area." ("the die variety accounts for the central weakness on reverse"). The reverse has illegible "One Cent" in middle, which dealer claimed was a "weak strike", but I wonder if it might instead be simply wear. This wear prevents the coin from being upgraded. Desirable conservatively graded "old green holder" (OGH). Purchased at Baltimore coin show 11/15/2019 from dealer Brad Holt (Holtrarities.com), who had this in his own personal type coin collection for years, but decided to sell it. Bargained down from $1,400 (full PCGS retail) to $1,275 quickly, then slowly down to $1,250 cash
1794 Large Cent PCGS F15 OGH, with head "style of 1795". Excellent type coin, with readily visible devices due to "two-tone" patina on obverse. Dealer's description: "1794 Liberty Cap Cent PCGS F15 Sheldon 41 R4. Caramel surfaces and excellent eye appeal on this collectible type coin. This is the Sheldon 41 variety of the 1794 cent. It is regarded as one of the most beautiful of the 1794 cents. The reverse die crack is advanced, accounting for the weaker detail in this area." ("the die variety accounts for the central weakness on reverse"). The reverse has illegible "One Cent" in middle, which dealer claimed was a "weak strike", but I wonder if it might instead be simply wear. This wear prevents the coin from being upgraded. Desirable conservatively graded "old green holder" (OGH). Purchased at Baltimore coin show 11/15/2019 from dealer Brad Holt (Holtrarities.com), who had this in his own personal type coin collection for years, but decided to sell it. Bargained down from $1,400 (full PCGS retail) to $1,275 quickly, then slowly down to $1,250 cash
1794 Large Cent PCGS F15 OGH, with head "style of 1795". Excellent type coin, with readily visible devices due to "two-tone" patina on obverse. Dealer's description: "1794 Liberty Cap Cent PCGS F15 Sheldon 41 R4. Caramel surfaces and excellent eye appeal on this collectible type coin. This is the Sheldon 41 variety of the 1794 cent. It is regarded as one of the most beautiful of the 1794 cents. The reverse die crack is advanced, accounting for the weaker detail in this area." ("the die variety accounts for the central weakness on reverse"). The reverse has illegible "One Cent" in middle, which dealer claimed was a "weak strike", but I wonder if it might instead be simply wear. This wear prevents the coin from being upgraded. Desirable conservatively graded "old green holder" (OGH). Purchased at Baltimore coin show 11/15/2019 from dealer Brad Holt (Holtrarities.com), who had this in his own personal type coin collection for years, but decided to sell it. Bargained down from $1,400 (full PCGS retail) to $1,275 quickly, then slowly down to $1,250 cash
1794 Large Cent PCGS F15 OGH, with head "style of 1795". Excellent type coin, with readily visible devices due to "two-tone" patina on obverse. Dealer's description: "1794 Liberty Cap Cent PCGS F15 Sheldon 41 R4. Caramel surfaces and excellent eye appeal on this collectible type coin. This is the Sheldon 41 variety of the 1794 cent. It is regarded as one of the most beautiful of the 1794 cents. The reverse die crack is advanced, accounting for the weaker detail in this area." ("the die variety accounts for the central weakness on reverse"). The reverse has illegible "One Cent" in middle, which dealer claimed was a "weak strike", but I wonder if it might instead be simply wear. This wear prevents the coin from being upgraded. Desirable conservatively graded "old green holder" (OGH). Purchased at Baltimore coin show 11/15/2019 from dealer Brad Holt (Holtrarities.com), who had this in his own personal type coin collection for years, but decided to sell it. Bargained down from $1,400 (full PCGS retail) to $1,275 quickly, then slowly down to $1,250 cash
1794 Large Cent PCGS F15 OGH, with head "style of 1795". Excellent type coin, with readily visible devices due to "two-tone" patina on obverse. Dealer's description: "1794 Liberty Cap Cent PCGS F15 Sheldon 41 R4. Caramel surfaces and excellent eye appeal on this collectible type coin. This is the Sheldon 41 variety of the 1794 cent. It is regarded as one of the most beautiful of the 1794 cents. The reverse die crack is advanced, accounting for the weaker detail in this area." ("the die variety accounts for the central weakness on reverse"). The reverse has illegible "One Cent" in middle, which dealer claimed was a "weak strike", but I wonder if it might instead be simply wear. This wear prevents the coin from being upgraded. Desirable conservatively graded "old green holder" (OGH). Purchased at Baltimore coin show 11/15/2019 from dealer Brad Holt (Holtrarities.com), who had this in his own personal type coin collection for years, but decided to sell it. Bargained down from $1,400 (full PCGS retail) to $1,275 quickly, then slowly down to $1,250 cash
1795 Large Cent, Plain Edge, PCGS VF details, "environmental damage" (corrosion). Attractive "2-tone" appearance on obverse. Affordable mid-grade early large cent with nice eye-appeal. Purchased from woman who used to run the local coin store in Allentown, PA (Ossie's Rare Coins), who had a table at the Dec 2017 Allentown coin show. She emphasized that most large cents like this typically show areas of corrosion, because copper is so reactive, and that prior to the popularity of PCGS grading, this would have been considered "normal" to coin collectors. She wouldn't drop the price below $900, and another buyer at the coin show was ready to buy it from her for that price if I didn't
1795 Large Cent, Plain Edge, PCGS VF details, "environmental damage" (corrosion). Attractive "2-tone" appearance on obverse. Affordable mid-grade early large cent with nice eye-appeal. Purchased from woman who used to run the local coin store in Allentown, PA (Ossie's Rare Coins), who had a table at the Dec 2017 Allentown coin show. She emphasized that most large cents like this typically show areas of corrosion, because copper is so reactive, and that prior to the popularity of PCGS grading, this would have been considered "normal" to coin collectors. She wouldn't drop the price below $900, and another buyer at the coin show was ready to buy it from her for that price if I didn't
1798 Large Cent, "2nd Hairstyle", PCGS Poor/Fair details with Environmental Damage, but graded by PCGS despite illegible date. The reverse is sharper. Still rare - at time of purchase, PCGS had only graded 779 higher. Purchased 6/1/2024 at Allentown coin show for $25 cash from dealer Tom Hyland for Connor, who noted it's very rare to see a graded large cent priced so low. For comparison, Connor notes examples in grade "Poor 2" usually sell for $60
1798 Large Cent, "2nd Hairstyle", PCGS Poor/Fair details with Environmental Damage, but graded by PCGS despite illegible date. The reverse is sharper. Still rare - at time of purchase, PCGS had only graded 779 higher. Purchased 6/1/2024 at Allentown coin show for $25 cash from dealer Tom Hyland for Connor, who noted it's very rare to see a graded large cent priced so low. For comparison, Connor notes examples in grade "Poor 2" usually sell for $60
1798 Large Cent, "2nd Hairstyle", PCGS Poor/Fair details with Environmental Damage, but graded by PCGS despite illegible date. The reverse is sharper. Still rare - at time of purchase, PCGS had only graded 779 higher. Purchased 6/1/2024 at Allentown coin show for $25 cash from dealer Tom Hyland for Connor, who noted it's very rare to see a graded large cent priced so low. For comparison, Connor notes examples in grade "Poor 2" usually sell for $60
1851 Braided Hair Large Cent, PCGS MS62 RB (Red Brown). Bargained down from $275 to $250 cash at Ft Washington coin show 12/28/2014
1851 Braided Hair Large Cent, PCGS MS62 RB (Red Brown). Bargained down from $275 to $250 cash at Ft Washington coin show 12/28/2014
1851 Braided Hair Large Cent, PCGS MS62 RB (Red Brown). Bargained down from $275 to $250 cash at Ft Washington coin show 12/28/2014
1857 Flying Eagle cent, PCGS Fine details, but "Harshly Cleaned". Purchased 6/1/2024 for Connor at Allentown coin show for bargain price, reduced from $18 down to just $15. Connor and I joked afterwards that the coin's probably worth more raw, if we were to crack it out of the holder. Connor notes this coin is probably around F10 condition. For comparison, F10 sells for $40-45 (if not harshly cleaned), but even G4 sells for $25-30, so $15 was a crazy bargain
1857 Flying Eagle cent, PCGS Fine details, but "Harshly Cleaned". Purchased 6/1/2024 for Connor at Allentown coin show for bargain price, reduced from $18 down to just $15. Connor and I joked afterwards that the coin's probably worth more raw, if we were to crack it out of the holder. Connor notes this coin is probably around F10 condition. For comparison, F10 sells for $40-45 (if not harshly cleaned), but even G4 sells for $25-30, so $15 was a crazy bargain
1857 Flying Eagle cent, PCGS Fine details, but "Harshly Cleaned". Purchased 6/1/2024 for Connor at Allentown coin show for bargain price, reduced from $18 down to just $15. Connor and I joked afterwards that the coin's probably worth more raw, if we were to crack it out of the holder. Connor notes this coin is probably around F10 condition. For comparison, F10 sells for $40-45 (if not harshly cleaned), but even G4 sells for $25-30, so $15 was a crazy bargain
1857 Flying Eagle Cent, PCGS MS62. Popular type coin. Paid $500 at eBay 2/24/2012
1857 Flying Eagle Cent, PCGS MS62. Popular type coin. Paid $500 at eBay 2/24/2012
1857 Flying Eagle Cent, PCGS MS62. Popular type coin. Paid $500 at eBay 2/24/2012
1857 Flying Eagle Cent, PCGS MS62. Popular type coin. Paid $500 at eBay 2/24/2012
1857 Flying Eagle Cent, PCGS MS62. Popular type coin. Paid $500 at eBay 2/24/2012
1858 Flying Eagle Cent PCGS VF20 Small Letters. Purchased $69.50 eBay 5/18/2024 (buy-it-now) at Connor's suggestion. There is wear on eagle's chest and wing edges, and weak "ONE" on reverse., preventing this coin from grading higher. Small area of pitting/dent on right field of obverse.
1858 Flying Eagle Cent PCGS VF20 Small Letters. Purchased $69.50 eBay 5/18/2024 (buy-it-now) at Connor's suggestion. There is wear on eagle's chest and wing edges, and weak "ONE" on reverse., preventing this coin from grading higher. Small area of pitting/dent on right field of obverse.
1858 Flying Eagle Cent PCGS VF20 Small Letters. Purchased $69.50 eBay 5/18/2024 (buy-it-now) at Connor's suggestion. There is wear on eagle's chest and wing edges, and weak "ONE" on reverse., preventing this coin from grading higher. Small area of pitting/dent on right field of obverse.
1858 Flying Eagle Cent PCGS VF20 Small Letters. Purchased $69.50 eBay 5/18/2024 (buy-it-now) at Connor's suggestion. There is wear on eagle's chest and wing edges, and weak "ONE" on reverse., preventing this coin from grading higher. Small area of pitting/dent on right field of obverse.
1864 Indian Cent, PCGS MS63, copper-nickel type coin. Paid $276.03 at eBay 8/30/2012. This same coin had previously sold for $306 at Heritage auctions 8/2/2012, so I bought it below the dealer's cost
1864 Indian Cent, PCGS MS63, copper-nickel type coin. Paid $276.03 at eBay 8/30/2012. This same coin had previously sold for $306 at Heritage auctions 8/2/2012, so I bought it below the dealer's cost
1864 Indian Cent, PCGS MS63, copper-nickel type coin. Paid $276.03 at eBay 8/30/2012. This same coin had previously sold for $306 at Heritage auctions 8/2/2012, so I bought it below the dealer's cost
1864 Indian Cent, PCGS MS63, copper-nickel type coin. Paid $276.03 at eBay 8/30/2012. This same coin had previously sold for $306 at Heritage auctions 8/2/2012, so I bought it below the dealer's cost
1864 Indian Cent, PCGS MS63, copper-nickel type coin. Paid $276.03 at eBay 8/30/2012. This same coin had previously sold for $306 at Heritage auctions 8/2/2012, so I bought it below the dealer's cost
1864 Indian Cent, PCGS MS63, copper-nickel type coin. Paid $276.03 at eBay 8/30/2012. This same coin had previously sold for $306 at Heritage auctions 8/2/2012, so I bought it below the dealer's cost
1881 Indian Cent, PCGS MS63 BN. Purchased $125 cash from Virginia coin dealer Angel Dee (www.angeldees.com) at the Baltimore coin show 10/28/2022. Selected as nice problem-free coin with homogeneous lighter brown color than typical. Paid full PCGS retail value. No bargains at show this year. Total of 129 examples in MS 63 grade.
1881 Indian Cent, PCGS MS63 BN. Purchased $125 cash from Virginia coin dealer Angel Dee (www.angeldees.com) at the Baltimore coin show 10/28/2022. Selected as nice problem-free coin with homogeneous lighter brown color than typical. Paid full PCGS retail value. No bargains at show this year. Total of 129 examples in MS 63 grade.
1901 Indian Cent PCGS 64 RB, red brown. Dealer had priced it to sell for $115 at eBay, but bargained down to $110 plus $3.25 shipping ($113.25). Received 5% ($5.50) in credit as "eBay bucks", so net price was $113.25 - $5.50 = $107.75
1901 Indian Cent PCGS 64 RB, red brown. Dealer had priced it to sell for $115 at eBay, but bargained down to $110 plus $3.25 shipping ($113.25). Received 5% ($5.50) in credit as "eBay bucks", so net price was $113.25 - $5.50 = $107.75
Purchased at eBay 11/25/2019 by "make-an-offer", reducing retail from $110 to $100, but also received $10 credit in "eBay bucks" (10% off), so net price = $100 - $10 = $90. Similar examples (but not as red as this one) recently sold at eBay auctions for $71, $84, $91. I liked this one since photo online made it look more red than brown.
Purchased at eBay 11/25/2019 by "make-an-offer", reducing retail from $110 to $100, but also received $10 credit in "eBay bucks" (10% off), so net price = $100 - $10 = $90. Similar examples (but not as red as this one) recently sold at eBay auctions for $71, $84, $91. I liked this one since photo online made it look more red than brown.
Purchased at eBay 11/25/2019 by "make-an-offer", reducing retail from $110 to $100, but also received $10 credit in "eBay bucks" (10% off), so net price = $100 - $10 = $90. Similar examples (but not as red as this one) recently sold at eBay auctions for $71, $84, $91. I liked this one since photo online made it look more red than brown.
1902 Indian Cent PCGS MS64 RB. Paid $92.70 total at eBay 12/18/2019 by make-an-offer (reduced price from $134 to $103), plus received $10.30 credit in "eBay bucks" (10% off sale)
1902 Indian Cent PCGS MS64 RB. Paid $92.70 total at eBay 12/18/2019 by make-an-offer (reduced price from $134 to $103), plus received $10.30 credit in "eBay bucks" (10% off sale)
1902 Indian Cent PCGS MS64 RB. Paid $92.70 total at eBay 12/18/2019 by make-an-offer (reduced price from $134 to $103), plus received $10.30 credit in "eBay bucks" (10% off sale)
1902 Indian Cent PCGS MS64 RB. Paid $92.70 total at eBay 12/18/2019 by make-an-offer (reduced price from $134 to $103), plus received $10.30 credit in "eBay bucks" (10% off sale)
This original 1903 MS63RB OGH Indian Cent has nice eye appeal with nice luster and nice strike. Nice color and surfaces. Certified: PCGS MS63RB. Description on eBay: 1903 Indian Cent PCGS MS63RB Nice Eye Appeal Nice Luster Nice Strike. Note "old green holder" (OGH). Paid $61 buy-it-now, but got 8% eBay bucks ($4.88), so net $56.12. Actual coin, once received, was a little disappointing due to uneven tone on obverse, but got this one at safe price (MS63 RB coins routinely sell $60-65) and it's OGH, and it does have luster. Sold for $47 at Heritage Auctions 8/18/2009.
This original 1903 MS63RB OGH Indian Cent has nice eye appeal with nice luster and nice strike. Nice color and surfaces. Certified: PCGS MS63RB. Description on eBay: 1903 Indian Cent PCGS MS63RB Nice Eye Appeal Nice Luster Nice Strike. Note "old green holder" (OGH). Paid $61 buy-it-now, but got 8% eBay bucks ($4.88), so net $56.12. Actual coin, once received, was a little disappointing due to uneven tone on obverse, but got this one at safe price (MS63 RB coins routinely sell $60-65) and it's OGH, and it does have luster. Sold for $47 at Heritage Auctions 8/18/2009.
This original 1903 MS63RB OGH Indian Cent has nice eye appeal with nice luster and nice strike. Nice color and surfaces. Certified: PCGS MS63RB. Description on eBay: 1903 Indian Cent PCGS MS63RB Nice Eye Appeal Nice Luster Nice Strike. Note "old green holder" (OGH). Paid $61 buy-it-now, but got 8% eBay bucks ($4.88), so net $56.12. Actual coin, once received, was a little disappointing due to uneven tone on obverse, but got this one at safe price (MS63 RB coins routinely sell $60-65) and it's OGH, and it does have luster. Sold for $47 at Heritage Auctions 8/18/2009.
This original 1903 MS63RB OGH Indian Cent has nice eye appeal with nice luster and nice strike. Nice color and surfaces. Certified: PCGS MS63RB. Description on eBay: 1903 Indian Cent PCGS MS63RB Nice Eye Appeal Nice Luster Nice Strike. Note "old green holder" (OGH). Paid $61 buy-it-now, but got 8% eBay bucks ($4.88), so net $56.12. Actual coin, once received, was a little disappointing due to uneven tone on obverse, but got this one at safe price (MS63 RB coins routinely sell $60-65) and it's OGH, and it does have luster. Sold for $47 at Heritage Auctions 8/18/2009.
This original 1903 MS63RB OGH Indian Cent has nice eye appeal with nice luster and nice strike. Nice color and surfaces. Certified: PCGS MS63RB. Description on eBay: 1903 Indian Cent PCGS MS63RB Nice Eye Appeal Nice Luster Nice Strike. Note "old green holder" (OGH). Paid $61 buy-it-now, but got 8% eBay bucks ($4.88), so net $56.12. Actual coin, once received, was a little disappointing due to uneven tone on obverse, but got this one at safe price (MS63 RB coins routinely sell $60-65) and it's OGH, and it does have luster. Sold for $47 at Heritage Auctions 8/18/2009.
This original 1903 MS63RB OGH Indian Cent has nice eye appeal with nice luster and nice strike. Nice color and surfaces. Certified: PCGS MS63RB. Description on eBay: 1903 Indian Cent PCGS MS63RB Nice Eye Appeal Nice Luster Nice Strike. Note "old green holder" (OGH). Paid $61 buy-it-now, but got 8% eBay bucks ($4.88), so net $56.12. Actual coin, once received, was a little disappointing due to uneven tone on obverse, but got this one at safe price (MS63 RB coins routinely sell $60-65) and it's OGH, and it does have luster. Sold for $47 at Heritage Auctions 8/18/2009.
1904 Indian Cent PCGS MS64RB. Nice overall appearance, problem-free. Conservatively graded in old blue holder. Paid $99 eBay 10/31/2020 via Buy-it-Now. Shortly after it was listed, it had already attracted many watchers as a "hot item". I knew it was going to sell soon at that price if I didn't buy it first. Free shipping. No tax. At time of purchase, full PCGS retail value was $115
1904 Indian Cent PCGS MS64RB. Nice overall appearance, problem-free. Conservatively graded in old blue holder. Paid $99 eBay 10/31/2020 via Buy-it-Now. Shortly after it was listed, it had already attracted many watchers as a "hot item". I knew it was going to sell soon at that price if I didn't buy it first. Free shipping. No tax. At time of purchase, full PCGS retail value was $115
1904 Indian Cent PCGS MS64RB. Nice overall appearance, problem-free. Conservatively graded in old blue holder. Paid $99 eBay 10/31/2020 via Buy-it-Now. Shortly after it was listed, it had already attracted many watchers as a "hot item". I knew it was going to sell soon at that price if I didn't buy it first. Free shipping. No tax. At time of purchase, full PCGS retail value was $115
Purchased $90 cash at Whitman Coin Show in Baltimore 10/26/2018 from dealer "Angel Dee's". Dealer was initially asking $100 retail, but came down to $90 cash. He selected it for almost-red color, but cheaper since graded red-brown (RB) by PCGS. Dealer emphasized this coin is premium quality because the red color is "uniform", and this is what he looks for.
Purchased $90 cash at Whitman Coin Show in Baltimore 10/26/2018 from dealer "Angel Dee's". Dealer was initially asking $100 retail, but came down to $90 cash. He selected it for almost-red color, but cheaper since graded red-brown (RB) by PCGS. Dealer emphasized this coin is premium quality because the red color is "uniform", and this is what he looks for.
Indian Cent purchased at eBay 10/31/2018 by make-an-offer for $99 (discounted from $104.49 asking price), plus received $5.94 as 6% credit in eBay bucks, so net price paid = $99 - $5.94 = $93.06
Indian Cent purchased at eBay 10/31/2018 by make-an-offer for $99 (discounted from $104.49 asking price), plus received $5.94 as 6% credit in eBay bucks, so net price paid = $99 - $5.94 = $93.06
Indian Cent purchased at eBay 10/31/2018 by make-an-offer for $99 (discounted from $104.49 asking price), plus received $5.94 as 6% credit in eBay bucks, so net price paid = $99 - $5.94 = $93.06
Indian Cent purchased at eBay 10/31/2018 by make-an-offer for $99 (discounted from $104.49 asking price), plus received $5.94 as 6% credit in eBay bucks, so net price paid = $99 - $5.94 = $93.06
Indian Cent purchased at eBay 10/31/2018 by make-an-offer for $99 (discounted from $104.49 asking price), plus received $5.94 as 6% credit in eBay bucks, so net price paid = $99 - $5.94 = $93.06
Indian Cent purchased at eBay 10/31/2018 by make-an-offer for $99 (discounted from $104.49 asking price), plus received $5.94 as 6% credit in eBay bucks, so net price paid = $99 - $5.94 = $93.06
Indian Cent purchased at eBay 10/31/2018 by make-an-offer for $99 (discounted from $104.49 asking price), plus received $5.94 as 6% credit in eBay bucks, so net price paid = $99 - $5.94 = $93.06
Indian Cent purchased at eBay 10/31/2018 by make-an-offer for $99 (discounted from $104.49 asking price), plus received $5.94 as 6% credit in eBay bucks, so net price paid = $99 - $5.94 = $93.06
Indian Cent purchased at eBay 10/31/2018 by make-an-offer for $99 (discounted from $104.49 asking price), plus received $5.94 as 6% credit in eBay bucks, so net price paid = $99 - $5.94 = $93.06
Purchased $90 cash at Whitman Coin Show in Baltimore 10/26/2018 from dealer "Angel Dee's". Dealer was initially asking $100 retail, but came down to $90 cash. He selected it for almost-red color, but cheaper since graded red-brown (RB) by PCGS. Dealer emphasized this coin is premium quality because the red color is "uniform", and this is what he looks for.
Purchased $90 cash at Whitman Coin Show in Baltimore 10/26/2018 from dealer "Angel Dee's". Dealer was initially asking $100 retail, but came down to $90 cash. He selected it for almost-red color, but cheaper since graded red-brown (RB) by PCGS. Dealer emphasized this coin is premium quality because the red color is "uniform", and this is what he looks for.
Paid $125 eBay 12/10/2019 buy-it-now, but received $10 credit in "eBay bucks" for 8% off sale, so net price $125 - $10 = $115. At time, full PCGS retail was only $110, so paid full retail plus $5 premium for CAC. Similar coins without CAC sticker selling at auction around $107+ at eBay.
Paid $125 eBay 12/10/2019 buy-it-now, but received $10 credit in "eBay bucks" for 8% off sale, so net price $125 - $10 = $115. At time, full PCGS retail was only $110, so paid full retail plus $5 premium for CAC. Similar coins without CAC sticker selling at auction around $107+ at eBay.
1892 1c Indian Cent Proof PCGS 64 RD OGH. Dealer David Lawrence described as "still red but displays spotting", eye appeal ranked "3/5", and degree of toning as "3/10". Purchased 11/27/2022 at online auction on dealer's website, for $476 which was the highest of 7 bids. The dealer had estimated its pre-sale value as $600, at a time when PCGS retail was $625. I liked the 2-tone "Cameo" look, which is uncommon for most Indian Cent proofs (PCGS notes "Cameo examples are a rare exception"). Also in desirable, conservatively graded "old green holder" (OGH). PCGS warns that "spotted coins should be avoided or heavily discounted; conversely coins with full red color or attractive toning deserve big premiums". This coin has the good & the bad - it's a little spotted, but has mostly red color and attractive cameo-look. Mintage was only 2,745. At time of purchase, PCGS recorded only 54 coins of this grade, and only 71 higher. This exact coin was previously sold at Heritage Auction on 7/27/2002 for $345. It might be worth re-submitting for upgrade to cameo (CAM) status.
1892 1c Indian Cent Proof PCGS 64 RD OGH. Dealer David Lawrence described as "still red but displays spotting", eye appeal ranked "3/5", and degree of toning as "3/10". Purchased 11/27/2022 at online auction on dealer's website, for $476 which was the highest of 7 bids. The dealer had estimated its pre-sale value as $600, at a time when PCGS retail was $625. I liked the 2-tone "Cameo" look, which is uncommon for most Indian Cent proofs (PCGS notes "Cameo examples are a rare exception"). Also in desirable, conservatively graded "old green holder" (OGH). PCGS warns that "spotted coins should be avoided or heavily discounted; conversely coins with full red color or attractive toning deserve big premiums". This coin has the good & the bad - it's a little spotted, but has mostly red color and attractive cameo-look. Mintage was only 2,745. At time of purchase, PCGS recorded only 54 coins of this grade, and only 71 higher. This exact coin was previously sold at Heritage Auction on 7/27/2002 for $345. It might be worth re-submitting for upgrade to cameo (CAM) status.
1892 1c Indian Cent Proof PCGS 64 RD OGH. Dealer David Lawrence described as "still red but displays spotting", eye appeal ranked "3/5", and degree of toning as "3/10". Purchased 11/27/2022 at online auction on dealer's website, for $476 which was the highest of 7 bids. The dealer had estimated its pre-sale value as $600, at a time when PCGS retail was $625. I liked the 2-tone "Cameo" look, which is uncommon for most Indian Cent proofs (PCGS notes "Cameo examples are a rare exception"). Also in desirable, conservatively graded "old green holder" (OGH). PCGS warns that "spotted coins should be avoided or heavily discounted; conversely coins with full red color or attractive toning deserve big premiums". This coin has the good & the bad - it's a little spotted, but has mostly red color and attractive cameo-look. Mintage was only 2,745. At time of purchase, PCGS recorded only 54 coins of this grade, and only 71 higher. This exact coin was previously sold at Heritage Auction on 7/27/2002 for $345. It might be worth re-submitting for upgrade to cameo (CAM) status.
1892 1c Indian Cent Proof PCGS 64 RD OGH. Dealer David Lawrence described as "still red but displays spotting", eye appeal ranked "3/5", and degree of toning as "3/10". Purchased 11/27/2022 at online auction on dealer's website, for $476 which was the highest of 7 bids. The dealer had estimated its pre-sale value as $600, at a time when PCGS retail was $625. I liked the 2-tone "Cameo" look, which is uncommon for most Indian Cent proofs (PCGS notes "Cameo examples are a rare exception"). Also in desirable, conservatively graded "old green holder" (OGH). PCGS warns that "spotted coins should be avoided or heavily discounted; conversely coins with full red color or attractive toning deserve big premiums". This coin has the good & the bad - it's a little spotted, but has mostly red color and attractive cameo-look. Mintage was only 2,745. At time of purchase, PCGS recorded only 54 coins of this grade, and only 71 higher. This exact coin was previously sold at Heritage Auction on 7/27/2002 for $345. It might be worth re-submitting for upgrade to cameo (CAM) status.
1892 1c Indian Cent Proof PCGS 64 RD OGH. Dealer David Lawrence described as "still red but displays spotting", eye appeal ranked "3/5", and degree of toning as "3/10". Purchased 11/27/2022 at online auction on dealer's website, for $476 which was the highest of 7 bids. The dealer had estimated its pre-sale value as $600, at a time when PCGS retail was $625. I liked the 2-tone "Cameo" look, which is uncommon for most Indian Cent proofs (PCGS notes "Cameo examples are a rare exception"). Also in desirable, conservatively graded "old green holder" (OGH). PCGS warns that "spotted coins should be avoided or heavily discounted; conversely coins with full red color or attractive toning deserve big premiums". This coin has the good & the bad - it's a little spotted, but has mostly red color and attractive cameo-look. Mintage was only 2,745. At time of purchase, PCGS recorded only 54 coins of this grade, and only 71 higher. This exact coin was previously sold at Heritage Auction on 7/27/2002 for $345. It might be worth re-submitting for upgrade to cameo (CAM) status.
1892 1c Indian Cent Proof PCGS 64 RD OGH. Dealer David Lawrence described as "still red but displays spotting", eye appeal ranked "3/5", and degree of toning as "3/10". Purchased 11/27/2022 at online auction on dealer's website, for $476 which was the highest of 7 bids. The dealer had estimated its pre-sale value as $600, at a time when PCGS retail was $625. I liked the 2-tone "Cameo" look, which is uncommon for most Indian Cent proofs (PCGS notes "Cameo examples are a rare exception"). Also in desirable, conservatively graded "old green holder" (OGH). PCGS warns that "spotted coins should be avoided or heavily discounted; conversely coins with full red color or attractive toning deserve big premiums". This coin has the good & the bad - it's a little spotted, but has mostly red color and attractive cameo-look. Mintage was only 2,745. At time of purchase, PCGS recorded only 54 coins of this grade, and only 71 higher. This exact coin was previously sold at Heritage Auction on 7/27/2002 for $345. It might be worth re-submitting for upgrade to cameo (CAM) status.
1909 US Lincoln Wheat Cent 1c PCGS MS64BN Brown Penny Copper. Paid $38.75 at eBay 5/26/2024 for myself at Connor's suggestion, who noted it was a fair buy at that price. Not many get graded higher than MS64. At time of purchase, only 152 were graded higher than MS64 in PCGS census
1909 US Lincoln Wheat Cent 1c PCGS MS64BN Brown Penny Copper. Paid $38.75 at eBay 5/26/2024 for myself at Connor's suggestion, who noted it was a fair buy at that price. Not many get graded higher than MS64. At time of purchase, only 152 were graded higher than MS64 in PCGS census
1909 US Lincoln Wheat Cent 1c PCGS MS64BN Brown Penny Copper. Paid $38.75 at eBay 5/26/2024 for myself at Connor's suggestion, who noted it was a fair buy at that price. Not many get graded higher than MS64. At time of purchase, only 152 were graded higher than MS64 in PCGS census
1917 PCGS MS63 BN Lincoln Wheat Penny Cent with online TrueVu photo. Paid $39 eBay 1/4/2023 buy-it-now, at Connor's suggestion due to bargain price (they usually sell for $45+)
1917 PCGS MS63 BN Lincoln Wheat Penny Cent with online TrueVu photo. Paid $39 eBay 1/4/2023 buy-it-now, at Connor's suggestion due to bargain price (they usually sell for $45+)
1923-P PCGS MS63 RD Lincoln Wheat Cent. Paid $56 in 2-bid eBay auction 7/9/2023. Desirable "red" color (RD). Tiny black spot on obverse, under "Liberty". Connor, noting the retail value was $90, recommended bidding up to $61.11 total, but I won it for just $56.
1923-P PCGS MS63 RD Lincoln Wheat Cent. Paid $56 in 2-bid eBay auction 7/9/2023. Desirable "red" color (RD). Tiny black spot on obverse, under "Liberty". Connor, noting the retail value was $90, recommended bidding up to $61.11 total, but I won it for just $56.
1923-P PCGS MS63 RD Lincoln Wheat Cent. Paid $56 in 2-bid eBay auction 7/9/2023. Desirable "red" color (RD). Tiny black spot on obverse, under "Liberty". Connor, noting the retail value was $90, recommended bidding up to $61.11 total, but I won it for just $56.
1935-P Lincoln Cent PCGS MS66RD Bright Red Wheat Penny! Paid $34.04 total ($29.55 bid + $4.49 shipping) in 10-bidder eBay auction 6/4/2023, at Connor's suggestion. Several of the other bids were clustered around $25 + $4 shipping = $29 total. However, most others on eBay routinely sell for $35-40, and mine was the lowest priced PCGS example sold over past 2-months on eBay.
1935-P Lincoln Cent PCGS MS66RD Bright Red Wheat Penny! Paid $34.04 total ($29.55 bid + $4.49 shipping) in 10-bidder eBay auction 6/4/2023, at Connor's suggestion. Several of the other bids were clustered around $25 + $4 shipping = $29 total. However, most others on eBay routinely sell for $35-40, and mine was the lowest priced PCGS example sold over past 2-months on eBay.
1935-P Lincoln Cent PCGS MS66RD Bright Red Wheat Penny! Paid $34.04 total ($29.55 bid + $4.49 shipping) in 10-bidder eBay auction 6/4/2023, at Connor's suggestion. Several of the other bids were clustered around $25 + $4 shipping = $29 total. However, most others on eBay routinely sell for $35-40, and mine was the lowest priced PCGS example sold over past 2-months on eBay.
1935-P Lincoln Cent PCGS MS66RD Bright Red Wheat Penny! Paid $34.04 total ($29.55 bid + $4.49 shipping) in 10-bidder eBay auction 6/4/2023, at Connor's suggestion. Several of the other bids were clustered around $25 + $4 shipping = $29 total. However, most others on eBay routinely sell for $35-40, and mine was the lowest priced PCGS example sold over past 2-months on eBay.
STEEL CENT "Beautiful-toned steel lincoln, MS66 graded by pcgs. Very nice coin collection investment. see pictures for its appearance on both sides."
STEEL CENT "Beautiful-toned steel lincoln, MS66 graded by pcgs. Very nice coin collection investment. see pictures for its appearance on both sides."
STEEL CENT "Beautiful-toned steel lincoln, MS66 graded by pcgs. Very nice coin collection investment. see pictures for its appearance on both sides."
ERROR 1983-P Lincoln Penny PCGS MS63RD struck 30% Off-Center. Pid $33.99 total at eBay 10/30/2023 ($29.99 buy-it-now + $4 shipping) for myself, at Connor's recommendation
ERROR 1983-P Lincoln Penny PCGS MS63RD struck 30% Off-Center. Pid $33.99 total at eBay 10/30/2023 ($29.99 buy-it-now + $4 shipping) for myself, at Connor's recommendation
ERROR 1983-P Lincoln Penny PCGS MS63RD struck 30% Off-Center. Pid $33.99 total at eBay 10/30/2023 ($29.99 buy-it-now + $4 shipping) for myself, at Connor's recommendation
1870 Two Cent Proof, PCGS PR64 BN. Scarce - only 1000 proof coins minted. Paid $585.76 at eBay 2/9/2013. This same coin previously sold for $618 at Heritage auctions 12/16/2012, so I bought it below dealer's cost
1870 Two Cent Proof, PCGS PR64 BN. Scarce - only 1000 proof coins minted. Paid $585.76 at eBay 2/9/2013. This same coin previously sold for $618 at Heritage auctions 12/16/2012, so I bought it below dealer's cost
1870 Two Cent Proof, PCGS PR64 BN. Scarce - only 1000 proof coins minted. Paid $585.76 at eBay 2/9/2013. This same coin previously sold for $618 at Heritage auctions 12/16/2012, so I bought it below dealer's cost
1870 Two Cent Proof, PCGS PR64 BN. Scarce - only 1000 proof coins minted. Paid $585.76 at eBay 2/9/2013. This same coin previously sold for $618 at Heritage auctions 12/16/2012, so I bought it below dealer's cost
1851 3-Cent Silver, PCGS AU53. Attractive "two-tone" appearance makes the design more visible than usual, and easier on the eyes to see. Paid $136.49 at eBay 1/7/2019 (3-bidder auction)
1851 3-Cent Silver, PCGS AU53. Attractive "two-tone" appearance makes the design more visible than usual, and easier on the eyes to see. Paid $136.49 at eBay 1/7/2019 (3-bidder auction)
1851 3-Cent Silver, PCGS AU53. Attractive "two-tone" appearance makes the design more visible than usual, and easier on the eyes to see. Paid $136.49 at eBay 1/7/2019 (3-bidder auction)
1866 3-Cent Nickel PCGS MS63 CAC-Approved. Nice problem-free coin with attractive luster, solid for the grade as attested to by CAC sticker. At time of purchase, the current PCGS census indicated a population of only 406 coins of higher grade than MS63. Purchased in online auction 4/20/2023 at Dutch Country Auctions Sale No. 28 Lot #31 for $210.85 total ($180 + 15% buyer's premium + shipping), as part of total invoice of $304.56 for 2 coins.
1866 3-Cent Nickel PCGS MS63 CAC-Approved. Nice problem-free coin with attractive luster, solid for the grade as attested to by CAC sticker. At time of purchase, the current PCGS census indicated a population of only 406 coins of higher grade than MS63. Purchased in online auction 4/20/2023 at Dutch Country Auctions Sale No. 28 Lot #31 for $210.85 total ($180 + 15% buyer's premium + shipping), as part of total invoice of $304.56 for 2 coins.
1866 3-Cent Nickel PCGS MS63 CAC-Approved. Nice problem-free coin with attractive luster, solid for the grade as attested to by CAC sticker. At time of purchase, the current PCGS census indicated a population of only 406 coins of higher grade than MS63. Purchased in online auction 4/20/2023 at Dutch Country Auctions Sale No. 28 Lot #31 for $210.85 total ($180 + 15% buyer's premium + shipping), as part of total invoice of $304.56 for 2 coins.
1883 Shield Nickel Proof PR65, nice luster. Paid $480 cash 12/3/2022 at Allentown coin show, from dealer Rob Paul. I selected it for its nice luster (which I've found is surprisingly uncommon on proof shield nickels). Original mintage: 5,419. At time of purchase, PCGS pop report recorded 295 surviving higher-graded examples than this one. At time of purchase, PCGS retail was $625, and Grey sheet retail was $575, but recent comparable auction sales varied from as low as $408 (with spotted surfaces, damaged) up to as high as $528 (white, problem-free). Dealer initially wanted $500, pointing out that this price is the currently lowest priced example for sale on the market. He negotiated down to $480 cash, but wouldn't go lower
1883 Shield Nickel Proof PR65, nice luster. Paid $480 cash 12/3/2022 at Allentown coin show, from dealer Rob Paul. I selected it for its nice luster (which I've found is surprisingly uncommon on proof shield nickels). Original mintage: 5,419. At time of purchase, PCGS pop report recorded 295 surviving higher-graded examples than this one. At time of purchase, PCGS retail was $625, and Grey sheet retail was $575, but recent comparable auction sales varied from as low as $408 (with spotted surfaces, damaged) up to as high as $528 (white, problem-free). Dealer initially wanted $500, pointing out that this price is the currently lowest priced example for sale on the market. He negotiated down to $480 cash, but wouldn't go lower
1883 Shield Nickel Proof PR65, nice luster. Paid $480 cash 12/3/2022 at Allentown coin show, from dealer Rob Paul. I selected it for its nice luster (which I've found is surprisingly uncommon on proof shield nickels). Original mintage: 5,419. At time of purchase, PCGS pop report recorded 295 surviving higher-graded examples than this one. At time of purchase, PCGS retail was $625, and Grey sheet retail was $575, but recent comparable auction sales varied from as low as $408 (with spotted surfaces, damaged) up to as high as $528 (white, problem-free). Dealer initially wanted $500, pointing out that this price is the currently lowest priced example for sale on the market. He negotiated down to $480 cash, but wouldn't go lower
1883 Shield Nickel Proof PR65, nice luster. Paid $480 cash 12/3/2022 at Allentown coin show, from dealer Rob Paul. I selected it for its nice luster (which I've found is surprisingly uncommon on proof shield nickels). Original mintage: 5,419. At time of purchase, PCGS pop report recorded 295 surviving higher-graded examples than this one. At time of purchase, PCGS retail was $625, and Grey sheet retail was $575, but recent comparable auction sales varied from as low as $408 (with spotted surfaces, damaged) up to as high as $528 (white, problem-free). Dealer initially wanted $500, pointing out that this price is the currently lowest priced example for sale on the market. He negotiated down to $480 cash, but wouldn't go lower
1911 PCGS AU58 Liberty V-Nickel. Paid $74.99 total ($69.99 bid + $5 shipping) at eBay 7/5/2023 from seller in Sunny, California. Connor had recommending buying it quickly, as they normally sell for $90, and called it a "steal". Connor said if I didn't buy it, it would sell within the hour. I was later disappointed to discover in-hand that the coin has an obvious blemish on the obverse at star at 4:00 oclock position, readily visible with naked eye, which didn't show up on the seller's online photo. Connor recommended keeping it anyway.
1911 PCGS AU58 Liberty V-Nickel. Paid $74.99 total ($69.99 bid + $5 shipping) at eBay 7/5/2023 from seller in Sunny, California. Connor had recommending buying it quickly, as they normally sell for $90, and called it a "steal". Connor said if I didn't buy it, it would sell within the hour. I was later disappointed to discover in-hand that the coin has an obvious blemish on the obverse at star at 4:00 oclock position, readily visible with naked eye, which didn't show up on the seller's online photo. Connor recommended keeping it anyway.
1911 PCGS AU58 Liberty V-Nickel. Paid $74.99 total ($69.99 bid + $5 shipping) at eBay 7/5/2023 from seller in Sunny, California. Connor had recommending buying it quickly, as they normally sell for $90, and called it a "steal". Connor said if I didn't buy it, it would sell within the hour. I was later disappointed to discover in-hand that the coin has an obvious blemish on the obverse at star at 4:00 oclock position, readily visible with naked eye, which didn't show up on the seller's online photo. Connor recommended keeping it anyway.
1904 Liberty Nickel Proof, PCGS PR65. Only 1817 proofs minted. Better "eye appeal" than typical. It took a long time for me to find one this nice for a fair price. Paid $480 at eBay 8/26/2012
1904 Liberty Nickel Proof, PCGS PR65. Only 1817 proofs minted. Better "eye appeal" than typical. It took a long time for me to find one this nice for a fair price. Paid $480 at eBay 8/26/2012
1904 Liberty Nickel Proof, PCGS PR65. Only 1817 proofs minted. Better "eye appeal" than typical. It took a long time for me to find one this nice for a fair price. Paid $480 at eBay 8/26/2012
1913 Buffalo Nickel, Type-1, PCGS MS66 CAC. Old Blue holder. Paid $225 at eBay 1/27/2013. Interestingly, the same precise coin had previously sold twice before at public auctions ($242 on 5/7/2007 by David Lawrence internet auction; $219 at Heritage auction 6/3/2008). Both previous auctions did not have the coin with a CAC sticker on it. So dealer only made $6 profit selling it to me.
1913 Buffalo Nickel, Type-1, PCGS MS66 CAC. Old Blue holder. Paid $225 at eBay 1/27/2013. Interestingly, the same precise coin had previously sold twice before at public auctions ($242 on 5/7/2007 by David Lawrence internet auction; $219 at Heritage auction 6/3/2008). Both previous auctions did not have the coin with a CAC sticker on it. So dealer only made $6 profit selling it to me.
1936-S Buffalo Nickel PCGS MS65. Paid $93.71 total ($80 bid + 15% buyer's premium + shipping) as portion of total invoice $304.56 for 2 items won bidding at Dutch Country Auctions 4/20/2023 Sale No. 28. This was Lot No 34.. Nice problem-free coin with good eye appeal and luster, and no distracting black spots. Fair market price. For comparison, a similar grade coin sold at eBay auction the same week to someone else for $95 total.
1936-S Buffalo Nickel PCGS MS65. Paid $93.71 total ($80 bid + 15% buyer's premium + shipping) as portion of total invoice $304.56 for 2 items won bidding at Dutch Country Auctions 4/20/2023 Sale No. 28. This was Lot No 34.. Nice problem-free coin with good eye appeal and luster, and no distracting black spots. Fair market price. For comparison, a similar grade coin sold at eBay auction the same week to someone else for $95 total.
1936-S Buffalo Nickel PCGS MS65. Paid $93.71 total ($80 bid + 15% buyer's premium + shipping) as portion of total invoice $304.56 for 2 items won bidding at Dutch Country Auctions 4/20/2023 Sale No. 28. This was Lot No 34.. Nice problem-free coin with good eye appeal and luster, and no distracting black spots. Fair market price. For comparison, a similar grade coin sold at eBay auction the same week to someone else for $95 total.
1937 Buffalo Nickel PCGS MS65 - Nice Coin ! Purchased for $46.40 on 1/6/2024 at eBay, at fair price at Connor's recommendation. The price was $46.00 + $4.25 shipping, but the seller gave me $3.85 shipping rebate for combined shipping with another Buffalo nickel I bought the same evening from coin dealer Sid Shock of Camby, IN.
1937-D Buffalo Nickel "3-Legs" variety, PCGS AU50. Popular variety. Very cool missing leg mint error. Graded AU50 by PCGS as problem free coin. Paid $698 at eBay 6/4/2017
1937-D Buffalo Nickel "3-Legs" variety, PCGS AU50. Popular variety. Very cool missing leg mint error. Graded AU50 by PCGS as problem free coin. Paid $698 at eBay 6/4/2017
1937-D Buffalo Nickel "3-Legs" variety, PCGS AU50. Popular variety. Very cool missing leg mint error. Graded AU50 by PCGS as problem free coin. Paid $698 at eBay 6/4/2017
1937-D Buffalo Nickel "3-Legs" variety, PCGS AU50. Popular variety. Very cool missing leg mint error. Graded AU50 by PCGS as problem free coin. Paid $698 at eBay 6/4/2017
1937-S Buffalo Nickel PCGS MS66, problem-free with nice luster. Purchased for $85 cash at Allentown coin show 6/3/2023 in bundle deal with 1918 AU58 Standing Liberty quarter ($165) for total bundle of $250, at Connor's advice
1937-S Buffalo Nickel PCGS MS66, problem-free with nice luster. Purchased for $85 cash at Allentown coin show 6/3/2023 in bundle deal with 1918 AU58 Standing Liberty quarter ($165) for total bundle of $250, at Connor's advice
1939-D PCGS MS66 Jefferson Nickel ("Reverse of 1938", but not specified on label). Purchased $50 cash at Allentown coin show 11/18/2023 as part of $300 group of 11 PCGS-slabbed nickels selected with Connor's assistance. At time of purchase, Connor had estimated its fair market value at eBay was around $70.
1939-D PCGS MS66 Jefferson Nickel ("Reverse of 1938", but not specified on label). Purchased $50 cash at Allentown coin show 11/18/2023 as part of $300 group of 11 PCGS-slabbed nickels selected with Connor's assistance. At time of purchase, Connor had estimated its fair market value at eBay was around $70.
1939-D PCGS MS66 Jefferson Nickel ("Reverse of 1938", but not specified on label). Purchased $50 cash at Allentown coin show 11/18/2023 as part of $300 group of 11 PCGS-slabbed nickels selected with Connor's assistance. At time of purchase, Connor had estimated its fair market value at eBay was around $70.
1940 PCGS MS66 Jefferson Nickel. Purchased $15 cash at Allentown coin show 11/18/2023 as part of $300 group of 11 PCGS-slabbed nickels selected with Connor's assistance. At time of purchase, Connor estimated $20 fair value at eBay. This was one of 3 identical 1940 MS66 nickels bought from same dealer for same price that day
1941 PCGS MS66 Jefferson Nickel. Purchased $15 cash at Allentown coin show 11/18/2023 as part of $300 group of 11 PCGS-slabbed nickels selected with Connor's assistance. At time of purchase, Connor had determined its fair market value at eBay was around $20
1941 PCGS MS66 Jefferson Nickel. Purchased $15 cash at Allentown coin show 11/18/2023 as part of $300 group of 11 PCGS-slabbed nickels selected with Connor's assistance. At time of purchase, Connor had determined its fair market value at eBay was around $20
1943-D PCGSMS67 Jefferson 35% Silver Wartime Nickel. Purchased $45 cash at Allentown coin show 11/18/2023 as part of $300 group of 11 PCGS-slabbed nickels selected with Connor's assistance. At time of purchase, Connor had estimated its fair value at eBay was from $40-60. Price reduced in bundle deal from initial asking price of $55. This was one of 2 identical 1943-D silver MS67 nickels purchased from same dealer that day.
1943-D PCGS MS67 Jefferson 35% Silver Wartime Nickel. Purchased $45 cash at Allentown coin show 11/18/2023 as part of $300 group of 11 PCGS-slabbed nickels selected with Connor's assistance. At time of purchase, Connor had estimated its fair value at eBay was from $40-60. Price reduced in bundle deal from initial asking price of $55
1944-P PCGS MS65 Jefferson Silver War Nickel. Gem blast-white appearance, impressive luster. Paid $22.27 total ($17.77 bid + $4.50 shipping) in 10-bid eBay auction 7/8/2023, at Connor's suggestion. Connor noted they consistently sell for $21-22 on the dot, and recommended bidding $22 total.
1944-P PCGS MS65 Jefferson Silver War Nickel. Gem blast-white appearance, impressive luster. Paid $22.27 total ($17.77 bid + $4.50 shipping) in 10-bid eBay auction 7/8/2023, at Connor's suggestion. Connor noted they consistently sell for $21-22 on the dot, and recommended bidding $22 total.
1944-P PCGS MS65 Jefferson Silver War Nickel. Gem blast-white appearance, impressive luster. Paid $22.27 total ($17.77 bid + $4.50 shipping) in 10-bid eBay auction 7/8/2023, at Connor's suggestion. Connor noted they consistently sell for $21-22 on the dot, and recommended bidding $22 total.
1944-S Jefferson Silver War Nickel PCGS MS66. Paid $23 total ($18 make-an-offer + $5 shipping) at eBay 6/16/2023, at Connor's suggestion. Reverse has interesting die crack (vertical line next to pillar in Monticello building). Weak steps, but otherwise problem-free immaculate appearance
1944-S Jefferson Silver War Nickel PCGS MS66. Paid $23 total ($18 make-an-offer + $5 shipping) at eBay 6/16/2023, at Connor's suggestion. Reverse has interesting die crack (vertical line next to pillar in Monticello building). Weak steps, but otherwise problem-free immaculate appearance
1946-D PCGS MS66 Jefferson Nickel. Purchased $15 cash at Allentown coin show 11/18/2023 as part of $300 group of 11 PCGS-slabbed nickels selected with Connor's assistance
1947-D MS66 Jefferson Nickel. Purchased $15 cash at Allentown coin show 11/18/2023 as part of $300 group of 11 PCGS-slabbed nickels selected with Connor's assistance. Reduced in bundle deal from initial asking price of $25. At time of purchase, Connor estimated conservative value could be as low as $10-12 at eBay, but $15 seemed close enough. Plastic holder is chipped on reverse side
1949-S Jefferson Nickel US 5c PCGS MS66 Brilliant Uncirculated. Purchased $19.79 ($15.50 bid + $4.29 shipping) at eBay 11/28/2023 in 8-bid auction. At time of purchase, PCGS census recorded population of only 17 coins graded higher.
1951 PCGS MS66 Jefferson 5c Nickel "with Gorgeous Blue Patina over Brilliant Mint Frost". Purchased for $24.98 total ($21.21 bid + $3.77 shipping) in 6-bid eBay auction 7/9/2023 (but invoice said 7/10/2023) at Connor's suggestion. After it came, I was impressed by the toning, which isn't captured adequately in the photos
1951 PCGS MS66 Jefferson 5c Nickel "with Gorgeous Blue Patina over Brilliant Mint Frost". Purchased for $24.98 total ($21.21 bid + $3.77 shipping) in 6-bid eBay auction 7/9/2023 (but invoice said 7/10/2023) at Connor's suggestion. After it came, I was impressed by the toning, which isn't captured adequately in the photos
1951 PCGS MS66 Jefferson 5c Nickel "with Gorgeous Blue Patina over Brilliant Mint Frost". Purchased for $24.98 total ($21.21 bid + $3.77 shipping) in 6-bid eBay auction 7/9/2023 (but invoice said 7/10/2023) at Connor's suggestion. After it came, I was impressed by the toning, which isn't captured adequately in the photos
1951 PCGS MS66 Jefferson 5c Nickel "with Gorgeous Blue Patina over Brilliant Mint Frost". Purchased for $24.98 total ($21.21 bid + $3.77 shipping) in 6-bid eBay auction 7/9/2023 (but invoice said 7/10/2023) at Connor's suggestion. After it came, I was impressed by the toning, which isn't captured adequately in the photos
1952-S Jefferson Nickel PCGS MS66 Brilliant Uncirculated. Purchased $17.95 ($14 bid + $3.95 shipping) at eBay 11/25/2023 in 1-bid auction from dealer Ronald Denis of Cibolo, TX. Vertical scratch on plastic case
1952-S Jefferson Nickel PCGS MS66 Brilliant Uncirculated. Purchased $17.95 ($14 bid + $3.95 shipping) at eBay 11/25/2023 in 1-bid auction from dealer Ronald Denis of Cibolo, TX. Vertical scratch on plastic case
1964-P Jefferson Nickel PCGS MS62, Mint Error, Struck 20% Off-Center, @K-9 (towards 9:00 oclock). Paid $85 at Baltimore coin show 10/28/2022 from dealer specializing in errors (Jon P Sullivan Numismatics). He had listed this same item at eBay, unsold at $85. When viewed in-person among a large case display full of various errors, this one jumped out in terms of eye appeal.
1988-P Jefferson Nickel, PCGS MS64, Mint Error, Struck 25% Off-Center @ K-10 (towards 10:00 oclock). Selected from among many in dealer's display case, for its eye appeal due to both its high-grade and high-degree of off-center. Paid $85 at Baltimore coin show 10/28/2022 from dealer specializing in errors (Jon P Sullivan Numismatics)
1995-P Jefferson Nickel, PCGS MS64, Mint Error, Struck 20% Off-Center with “@ K-7” pedigree. Paid $45 at Baltimore coin show 10/28/2022 from dealer specializing in errors (Jon P Sullivan Numismatics)
1833 Capped Bust Half Dime PCGS MS63 CAC, Die variety LM-10, Rarity 1. Well struck and untoned with bright silver surfaces with a hint of gold, and a bold strike on all of Liberty's curls and the eagle's wings. Clean surfaces and lustrous (PCGS 4280). Estimated auction value $600-650. PCGS value $850 at time of purchase. Purchased as Lot 531 at Pre-Long Beach Auction #117 from Ira and Larry Goldberg Auctioneers for successful high-bid of $650 and 20% commission and 1% shipping for $786.50 total (9/14/2020) LM-10 refers to a later die state, with die cracks on both the obverse and reverse. The obverse is a "Scarface" variety with a slender vertical die crack across the lower half of Liberty's cheek and neck. The reverse has lumps on the second S of STATES which fill both loops of the S, indicative of the final use of this reverse die. The reverse also exhibits numerous other scattered cracks, including along the I of UNITED, and second T of STATES, from the bottom of the 5 to the dentils, from the top arrow to the right wing, and from the tip of the lowest arrowhead to the dentils below Variety LM-10, which is one of 10 different die marriages known from the 3 obverses and 7 reverses used on the 1833 Capped Bust Half Dime (mintage 1,370,000). Varieties LM-2 and LM-5 are the rare ones for 1833, with LM-6 being a little less so. LM-1 and LM-8 are slightly scarce, while the remaining die marriages are all common. Vibrant satin luster, sharply struck, highly attractive. This MS63 CAC coin is premium, and looks nicer than many MS64 coins, (which sell for more than $900) and could probably be resubmitted to PCGS to be upgraded to MS63+ or MS64. Good strike, with the stars being especially detailed and sharp.
1833 Capped Bust Half Dime PCGS MS63 CAC, Die variety LM-10, Rarity 1. Well struck and untoned with bright silver surfaces with a hint of gold, and a bold strike on all of Liberty's curls and the eagle's wings. Clean surfaces and lustrous (PCGS 4280). Estimated auction value $600-650. PCGS value $850 at time of purchase. Purchased as Lot 531 at Pre-Long Beach Auction #117 from Ira and Larry Goldberg Auctioneers for successful high-bid of $650 and 20% commission and 1% shipping for $786.50 total (9/14/2020) LM-10 refers to a later die state, with die cracks on both the obverse and reverse. The obverse is a "Scarface" variety with a slender vertical die crack across the lower half of Liberty's cheek and neck. The reverse has lumps on the second S of STATES which fill both loops of the S, indicative of the final use of this reverse die. The reverse also exhibits numerous other scattered cracks, including along the I of UNITED, and second T of STATES, from the bottom of the 5 to the dentils, from the top arrow to the right wing, and from the tip of the lowest arrowhead to the dentils below Variety LM-10, which is one of 10 different die marriages known from the 3 obverses and 7 reverses used on the 1833 Capped Bust Half Dime (mintage 1,370,000). Varieties LM-2 and LM-5 are the rare ones for 1833, with LM-6 being a little less so. LM-1 and LM-8 are slightly scarce, while the remaining die marriages are all common. Vibrant satin luster, sharply struck, highly attractive. This MS63 CAC coin is premium, and looks nicer than many MS64 coins, (which sell for more than $900) and could probably be resubmitted to PCGS to be upgraded to MS63+ or MS64. Good strike, with the stars being especially detailed and sharp.
1833 Capped Bust Half Dime PCGS MS63 CAC, Die variety LM-10, Rarity 1. Well struck and untoned with bright silver surfaces with a hint of gold, and a bold strike on all of Liberty's curls and the eagle's wings. Clean surfaces and lustrous (PCGS 4280). Estimated auction value $600-650. PCGS value $850 at time of purchase. Purchased as Lot 531 at Pre-Long Beach Auction #117 from Ira and Larry Goldberg Auctioneers for successful high-bid of $650 and 20% commission and 1% shipping for $786.50 total (9/14/2020) LM-10 refers to a later die state, with die cracks on both the obverse and reverse. The obverse is a "Scarface" variety with a slender vertical die crack across the lower half of Liberty's cheek and neck. The reverse has lumps on the second S of STATES which fill both loops of the S, indicative of the final use of this reverse die. The reverse also exhibits numerous other scattered cracks, including along the I of UNITED, and second T of STATES, from the bottom of the 5 to the dentils, from the top arrow to the right wing, and from the tip of the lowest arrowhead to the dentils below Variety LM-10, which is one of 10 different die marriages known from the 3 obverses and 7 reverses used on the 1833 Capped Bust Half Dime (mintage 1,370,000). Varieties LM-2 and LM-5 are the rare ones for 1833, with LM-6 being a little less so. LM-1 and LM-8 are slightly scarce, while the remaining die marriages are all common. Vibrant satin luster, sharply struck, highly attractive. This MS63 CAC coin is premium, and looks nicer than many MS64 coins, (which sell for more than $900) and could probably be resubmitted to PCGS to be upgraded to MS63+ or MS64. Good strike, with the stars being especially detailed and sharp.
1833 Capped Bust Half Dime PCGS MS63 CAC, Die variety LM-10, Rarity 1. Well struck and untoned with bright silver surfaces with a hint of gold, and a bold strike on all of Liberty's curls and the eagle's wings. Clean surfaces and lustrous (PCGS 4280). Estimated auction value $600-650. PCGS value $850 at time of purchase. Purchased as Lot 531 at Pre-Long Beach Auction #117 from Ira and Larry Goldberg Auctioneers for successful high-bid of $650 and 20% commission and 1% shipping for $786.50 total (9/14/2020) LM-10 refers to a later die state, with die cracks on both the obverse and reverse. The obverse is a "Scarface" variety with a slender vertical die crack across the lower half of Liberty's cheek and neck. The reverse has lumps on the second S of STATES which fill both loops of the S, indicative of the final use of this reverse die. The reverse also exhibits numerous other scattered cracks, including along the I of UNITED, and second T of STATES, from the bottom of the 5 to the dentils, from the top arrow to the right wing, and from the tip of the lowest arrowhead to the dentils below Variety LM-10, which is one of 10 different die marriages known from the 3 obverses and 7 reverses used on the 1833 Capped Bust Half Dime (mintage 1,370,000). Varieties LM-2 and LM-5 are the rare ones for 1833, with LM-6 being a little less so. LM-1 and LM-8 are slightly scarce, while the remaining die marriages are all common. Vibrant satin luster, sharply struck, highly attractive. This MS63 CAC coin is premium, and looks nicer than many MS64 coins, (which sell for more than $900) and could probably be resubmitted to PCGS to be upgraded to MS63+ or MS64. Good strike, with the stars being especially detailed and sharp.
Desirable 19th Century Type Coin with "No Stars" around rim on obverse. Negotiated down from $195 retail asking price, paid only $175 cash at Whitman Coin Show in Baltimore 10/26/2018 from dealer Miguel Lopez (Lopez & Associates). Surprisingly few exist in VF35 grade ("low population"). These sell routinely for $150-160 at eBay in slightly lesser grade like VF25. Priced appropriately for $175. Nice problem-free type coin, with slightly 2-tone appearance.
Desirable 19th Century Type Coin with "No Stars" around rim on obverse. Negotiated down from $195 retail asking price, paid only $175 cash at Whitman Coin Show in Baltimore 10/26/2018 from dealer Miguel Lopez (Lopez & Associates). Surprisingly few exist in VF35 grade ("low population"). These sell routinely for $150-160 at eBay in slightly lesser grade like VF25. Priced appropriately for $175. Nice problem-free type coin, with slightly 2-tone appearance.
1853 Half Cent PCGS MS60, Arrows "Looks undergraded. Some cool die clashing. No real marks or problems. A very good value in this grade". Paid $225 at eBay 4/27/2012. Interestingly, this same precise coin had previously sold for $184 at Heritage auction 11/27/2011.
1853 Half Cent PCGS MS60, Arrows "Looks undergraded. Some cool die clashing. No real marks or problems. A very good value in this grade". Paid $225 at eBay 4/27/2012. Interestingly, this same precise coin had previously sold for $184 at Heritage auction 11/27/2011.
1853 Half Cent PCGS MS60, Arrows "Looks undergraded. Some cool die clashing. No real marks or problems. A very good value in this grade". Paid $225 at eBay 4/27/2012. Interestingly, this same precise coin had previously sold for $184 at Heritage auction 11/27/2011.
1853 Half Cent PCGS MS60, Arrows "Looks undergraded. Some cool die clashing. No real marks or problems. A very good value in this grade". Paid $225 at eBay 4/27/2012. Interestingly, this same precise coin had previously sold for $184 at Heritage auction 11/27/2011.
1853 Half Cent PCGS MS60, Arrows "Looks undergraded. Some cool die clashing. No real marks or problems. A very good value in this grade". Paid $225 at eBay 4/27/2012. Interestingly, this same precise coin had previously sold for $184 at Heritage auction 11/27/2011.
1853 Half Cent PCGS MS60, Arrows "Looks undergraded. Some cool die clashing. No real marks or problems. A very good value in this grade". Paid $225 at eBay 4/27/2012. Interestingly, this same precise coin had previously sold for $184 at Heritage auction 11/27/2011.
1805 Draped Bust Dime 4 Berries variety, PCGS AU50. I went to the 2018 show with the mission of buying an early US dime of this style for my type set. Most examples are horribly worn (AG or Good) and ugly-looking, or problem coins (cleaned etc..) in the $500-1,000 range. Even in the $1,500 range, the coins look disappointing. This example in AU50 was the ONLY "nice" looking affordable example at the show. Retail PCGS value $3,300, and dealer was asking $3,000 which was dealer gray sheet "buy" price. Negotiated from $3000 down to $2900 from high-end dealer David Lawrence, who had "overbought" stock at the show and was anxious to just move merchandise fast, surprisingly below gray sheet buy price - which he acknowledged is a rare opportunity. He said dealers typically expect to make 10-15% profit on coins like this. Paid by check 10/26/2018 at Whitman Baltimore Coin Show. Previously sold at Stack's Bowers auction March 29th, 2017 for $2,820, so I purchased this coin very close to dealer's cost
1805 Draped Bust Dime 4 Berries variety, PCGS AU50. I went to the 2018 show with the mission of buying an early US dime of this style for my type set. Most examples are horribly worn (AG or Good) and ugly-looking, or problem coins (cleaned etc..) in the $500-1,000 range. Even in the $1,500 range, the coins look disappointing. This example in AU50 was the ONLY "nice" looking affordable example at the show. Retail PCGS value $3,300, and dealer was asking $3,000 which was dealer gray sheet "buy" price. Negotiated from $3000 down to $2900 from high-end dealer David Lawrence, who had "overbought" stock at the show and was anxious to just move merchandise fast, surprisingly below gray sheet buy price - which he acknowledged is a rare opportunity. He said dealers typically expect to make 10-15% profit on coins like this. Paid by check 10/26/2018 at Whitman Baltimore Coin Show. Previously sold at Stack's Bowers auction March 29th, 2017 for $2,820, so I purchased this coin very close to dealer's cost
1805 Draped Bust Dime 4 Berries variety, PCGS AU50. I went to the 2018 show with the mission of buying an early US dime of this style for my type set. Most examples are horribly worn (AG or Good) and ugly-looking, or problem coins (cleaned etc..) in the $500-1,000 range. Even in the $1,500 range, the coins look disappointing. This example in AU50 was the ONLY "nice" looking affordable example at the show. Retail PCGS value $3,300, and dealer was asking $3,000 which was dealer gray sheet "buy" price. Negotiated from $3000 down to $2900 from high-end dealer David Lawrence, who had "overbought" stock at the show and was anxious to just move merchandise fast, surprisingly below gray sheet buy price - which he acknowledged is a rare opportunity. He said dealers typically expect to make 10-15% profit on coins like this. Paid by check 10/26/2018 at Whitman Baltimore Coin Show. Previously sold at Stack's Bowers auction March 29th, 2017 for $2,820, so I purchased this coin very close to dealer's cost
1805 Draped Bust Dime 4 Berries variety, PCGS AU50. I went to the 2018 show with the mission of buying an early US dime of this style for my type set. Most examples are horribly worn (AG or Good) and ugly-looking, or problem coins (cleaned etc..) in the $500-1,000 range. Even in the $1,500 range, the coins look disappointing. This example in AU50 was the ONLY "nice" looking affordable example at the show. Retail PCGS value $3,300, and dealer was asking $3,000 which was dealer gray sheet "buy" price. Negotiated from $3000 down to $2900 from high-end dealer David Lawrence, who had "overbought" stock at the show and was anxious to just move merchandise fast, surprisingly below gray sheet buy price - which he acknowledged is a rare opportunity. He said dealers typically expect to make 10-15% profit on coins like this. Paid by check 10/26/2018 at Whitman Baltimore Coin Show. Previously sold at Stack's Bowers auction March 29th, 2017 for $2,820, so I purchased this coin very close to dealer's cost
1831 Bust Dime, PCGS AU50. Purchased for $372 at eBay 5/23/2012. This same exact coin was previously sold twice at Heritage auctions for $518 (7/30/2008) and again later for $383 (1/5/2011). So dealer basically sold it to me for less than his own cost!
1831 Bust Dime, PCGS AU50. Purchased for $372 at eBay 5/23/2012. This same exact coin was previously sold twice at Heritage auctions for $518 (7/30/2008) and again later for $383 (1/5/2011). So dealer basically sold it to me for less than his own cost!
1831 Bust Dime, PCGS AU50. Purchased for $372 at eBay 5/23/2012. This same exact coin was previously sold twice at Heritage auctions for $518 (7/30/2008) and again later for $383 (1/5/2011). So dealer basically sold it to me for less than his own cost!
1831 Bust Dime, PCGS AU50. Purchased for $372 at eBay 5/23/2012. This same exact coin was previously sold twice at Heritage auctions for $518 (7/30/2008) and again later for $383 (1/5/2011). So dealer basically sold it to me for less than his own cost!
1901 Barber Dime, PCGS PR63. Only 813 proofs minted Surviving PCGS population 247 total. Paid $489 at eBay 4/19/2013.
1901 Barber Dime, PCGS PR63. Only 813 proofs minted Surviving PCGS population 247 total. Paid $489 at eBay 4/19/2013.
1901 Barber Dime, PCGS PR63. Only 813 proofs minted Surviving PCGS population 247 total. Paid $489 at eBay 4/19/2013.
1901 Barber Dime, PCGS PR63. Only 813 proofs minted Surviving PCGS population 247 total. Paid $489 at eBay 4/19/2013.
1901 Barber Dime, PCGS PR63. Only 813 proofs minted Surviving PCGS population 247 total. Paid $489 at eBay 4/19/2013.
1937-D 10c silver Mercury Dime PCGS MS66FB (Full Split Bands on reverse). Scarce high grade ! Luster! Paid $102.50 eBay auction (2-bidders) on 12/31/2019, below market value. Conservatively graded in old blue holder. On first glance, it looks absolutely perfect in-hand. Nice eye appeal. Strong full split bands on reverse. Close scrutiny under magnification shows tiny hint of early tarnish starting near the upper rim between "B" and "E" of LIBERTY, and at least 2 tiny nicks on obverse, and 2 tiny nicks on reverse. Might be upgradable to "66+"
1937-D 10c silver Mercury Dime PCGS MS66FB (Full Split Bands on reverse). Scarce high grade ! Luster! Paid $102.50 eBay auction (2-bidders) on 12/31/2019, below market value. Conservatively graded in old blue holder. On first glance, it looks absolutely perfect in-hand. Nice eye appeal. Strong full split bands on reverse. Close scrutiny under magnification shows tiny hint of early tarnish starting near the upper rim between "B" and "E" of LIBERTY, and at least 2 tiny nicks on obverse, and 2 tiny nicks on reverse. Might be upgradable to "66+"
1937-D 10c silver Mercury Dime PCGS MS66FB (Full Split Bands on reverse). Scarce high grade ! Luster! Paid $102.50 eBay auction (2-bidders) on 12/31/2019, below market value. Conservatively graded in old blue holder. On first glance, it looks absolutely perfect in-hand. Nice eye appeal. Strong full split bands on reverse. Close scrutiny under magnification shows tiny hint of early tarnish starting near the upper rim between "B" and "E" of LIBERTY, and at least 2 tiny nicks on obverse, and 2 tiny nicks on reverse. Might be upgradable to "66+"
1937-D 10c silver Mercury Dime PCGS MS66FB (Full Split Bands on reverse). Scarce high grade ! Luster! Paid $102.50 eBay auction (2-bidders) on 12/31/2019, below market value. Conservatively graded in old blue holder. On first glance, it looks absolutely perfect in-hand. Nice eye appeal. Strong full split bands on reverse. Close scrutiny under magnification shows tiny hint of early tarnish starting near the upper rim between "B" and "E" of LIBERTY, and at least 2 tiny nicks on obverse, and 2 tiny nicks on reverse. Might be upgradable to "66+"
1942 D silver Mercury Dime PCGS MS66 FB (Full Split Bands) paid $34.49 ($29.99 + $4.50 shipping) at eBay 11/25/2018 in 1-bid auction. Accurately described as "Blazer" with super eye appeal, and silvery cartwheel luster...no spots !
1942 D silver Mercury Dime PCGS MS66 FB (Full Split Bands) paid $34.49 ($29.99 + $4.50 shipping) at eBay 11/25/2018 in 1-bid auction. Accurately described as "Blazer" with super eye appeal, and silvery cartwheel luster...no spots !
1944 10c Mercury Dime Mint Error Broadstruck on T-1 Blank PCGS AU Details (Genuine, Cleaned). Connor said this was a really good price, and recommended I get this one immediately at the buy-it-now price for myself. Paid $81.00 buy-it-now at eBay 12/12/2023. We noted the seller was Sullivan Numismatics Inc of Floria, who is the major error dealer at Baltimore show each year, and is an NGC grader.
1944 10c Mercury Dime Mint Error Broadstruck on T-1 Blank PCGS AU Details (Genuine, Cleaned). Connor said this was a really good price, and recommended I get this one immediately at the buy-it-now price for myself. Paid $81.00 buy-it-now at eBay 12/12/2023. We noted the seller was Sullivan Numismatics Inc of Floria, who is the major error dealer at Baltimore show each year, and is an NGC grader.
1944 10c Mercury Dime Mint Error Broadstruck on T-1 Blank PCGS AU Details (Genuine, Cleaned). Connor said this was a really good price, and recommended I get this one immediately at the buy-it-now price for myself. Paid $81.00 buy-it-now at eBay 12/12/2023. We noted the seller was Sullivan Numismatics Inc of Floria, who is the major error dealer at Baltimore show each year, and is an NGC grader.
1945 10c Mercury Dime Mint Error Struck 12% Off-Center PCGS AU53. Purchased $108 buy-it-now at eBay 12/12/2023 for Connor, who noted this was cheap and should be bought immediately at the asking price. We noted the seller was Sullivan Numismatics Inc of Floria, who is the major error dealer at Baltimore show each year, and is an NGC grader.
1945 10c Mercury Dime Mint Error Struck 12% Off-Center PCGS AU53. Purchased $108 buy-it-now at eBay 12/12/2023 for Connor, who noted this was cheap and should be bought immediately at the asking price. We noted the seller was Sullivan Numismatics Inc of Floria, who is the major error dealer at Baltimore show each year, and is an NGC grader.
1945 10c Mercury Dime Mint Error Struck 12% Off-Center PCGS AU53. Purchased $108 buy-it-now at eBay 12/12/2023 for Connor, who noted this was cheap and should be bought immediately at the asking price. We noted the seller was Sullivan Numismatics Inc of Floria, who is the major error dealer at Baltimore show each year, and is an NGC grader.
1941 Mercury Dime, PCGS PR65 proof. I waited a long time to find a nice one with no distracting "white spots". Paid $187.50 at eBay 8/25/2013. This same coin had previously sold for $259 at Heritage auction 2/24/2004, so I basically bought it below dealer's original cost.
1941 Mercury Dime, PCGS PR65 proof. I waited a long time to find a nice one with no distracting "white spots". Paid $187.50 at eBay 8/25/2013. This same coin had previously sold for $259 at Heritage auction 2/24/2004, so I basically bought it below dealer's original cost.
1941 Mercury Dime, PCGS PR65 proof. I waited a long time to find a nice one with no distracting "white spots". Paid $187.50 at eBay 8/25/2013. This same coin had previously sold for $259 at Heritage auction 2/24/2004, so I basically bought it below dealer's original cost.
1953-S Roosevelt Silver Dime PCGS MS66 in old blue holder. Purchased 12/26/2022 at eBay for $12 (free shipping) quickly via buy-it-now, as most examples sell for $20-$25. Connor noticed the bargain on eBay, and recommended buying it quickly at that price
1953-S Roosevelt Silver Dime PCGS MS66 in old blue holder. Purchased 12/26/2022 at eBay for $12 (free shipping) quickly via buy-it-now, as most examples sell for $20-$25. Connor noticed the bargain on eBay, and recommended buying it quickly at that price
1875-S Twenty Cent Piece type coin, PCGS MS63. Outstanding luster! Problem-free coin with no distracting marks. Great eye appeal. Paid $1,300 at eBay 5/3/2014. At time of purchase, PCGS price guide value is $1,400.
1875-S Twenty Cent Piece type coin, PCGS MS63. Outstanding luster! Problem-free coin with no distracting marks. Great eye appeal. Paid $1,300 at eBay 5/3/2014. At time of purchase, PCGS price guide value is $1,400.
1875-S Twenty Cent Piece type coin, PCGS MS63. Outstanding luster! Problem-free coin with no distracting marks. Great eye appeal. Paid $1,300 at eBay 5/3/2014. At time of purchase, PCGS price guide value is $1,400.
1875-S Twenty Cent Piece type coin, PCGS MS63. Outstanding luster! Problem-free coin with no distracting marks. Great eye appeal. Paid $1,300 at eBay 5/3/2014. At time of purchase, PCGS price guide value is $1,400.
1875-S Twenty Cent Piece type coin, PCGS MS63. Outstanding luster! Problem-free coin with no distracting marks. Great eye appeal. Paid $1,300 at eBay 5/3/2014. At time of purchase, PCGS price guide value is $1,400.
1875-S Twenty Cent Piece type coin, PCGS MS63. Outstanding luster! Problem-free coin with no distracting marks. Great eye appeal. Paid $1,300 at eBay 5/3/2014. At time of purchase, PCGS price guide value is $1,400.
1805 Draped Bust Quarter PCGS VG10. Nice attractive piece with pleasing obverse ("money side") which looks like it's almost Fine. This coin was selected for the obverse's good eye-appeal for the PCGS-assigned grade of VG10. An ideal candidate for collectors seeking lower grade early silver type coin with better eye appeal. Seller described as "1805 Bust Quarter PCGS VG10 LIBEITY Strike Variety". This die variety with a weak right side of the letter "R" in LIBERTY is known as Browning-2, or "B-2". Popular 19th century type coin. Purchased $605 at eBay ($595 buy-it-now + $10 shipping = $605 total), from seller in Wisconsin (Greater Milwaukee Coin). At time of purchase, retail PCGS value was $750, and NGC value was $620 In 1805 the US mint made a real effort to produce Quarter Dollars for circulation. The coins were delivered in 7 warrants issued between April 29 and July 31, 1805. The result was a large mintage of over 121,000 pieces, easily eclipsing the tiny mintages of 1796 and 1804. When these coins were minted, Thomas Jefferson was President of the United States. Today, only hundreds of better certified, circulated examples, complement the surviving raw pieces that are available to collectors. Mint State examples are particularly elusive and far more expensive. The most frequently-seen mint grade is MS63, where at least a dozen examples are known. MS64 examples are rare, and only one example is known in MS65. Five different obverse and reverse die combinations exist for this year. These 5 varieties, are known Browning varietes B-1, B2, B-3, B-4, and B-5 and are comprised of four different obverses (one used for 2 die marriages) and four different reverses (one used for 2 die marriages). Browning varieties 2 and 3 are common, while B-1, B-4, and B-5 are all scarce. B-5 used the same obverse as B-1. B-3 uses the same reverse as B-2. My example is Browning-2, which on the obverse, typically has a weak right side of the R in Liberty. On the reverse, there is a missing gap in one of the rim dentils above E of STATES, the C touches the eagle's tail, and there are defects at the feet of some of the letters and numbers. B-2 is a slightly scarcer die marriage than B-3, which is the most common variety. There are only a little more than 1000 surviving graded examples of 1805 quarters extant in all conditions Census as of July 2020: PCGS pop report total 855 graded; NGC census: total 372 graded Only about 50% of graded coins are better than VG10
1805 Draped Bust Quarter PCGS VG10. Nice attractive piece with pleasing obverse ("money side") which looks like it's almost Fine. This coin was selected for the obverse's good eye-appeal for the PCGS-assigned grade of VG10. An ideal candidate for collectors seeking lower grade early silver type coin with better eye appeal. Seller described as "1805 Bust Quarter PCGS VG10 LIBEITY Strike Variety". This die variety with a weak right side of the letter "R" in LIBERTY is known as Browning-2, or "B-2". Popular 19th century type coin. Purchased $605 at eBay ($595 buy-it-now + $10 shipping = $605 total), from seller in Wisconsin (Greater Milwaukee Coin). At time of purchase, retail PCGS value was $750, and NGC value was $620 In 1805 the US mint made a real effort to produce Quarter Dollars for circulation. The coins were delivered in 7 warrants issued between April 29 and July 31, 1805. The result was a large mintage of over 121,000 pieces, easily eclipsing the tiny mintages of 1796 and 1804. When these coins were minted, Thomas Jefferson was President of the United States. Today, only hundreds of better certified, circulated examples, complement the surviving raw pieces that are available to collectors. Mint State examples are particularly elusive and far more expensive. The most frequently-seen mint grade is MS63, where at least a dozen examples are known. MS64 examples are rare, and only one example is known in MS65. Five different obverse and reverse die combinations exist for this year. These 5 varieties, are known Browning varietes B-1, B2, B-3, B-4, and B-5 and are comprised of four different obverses (one used for 2 die marriages) and four different reverses (one used for 2 die marriages). Browning varieties 2 and 3 are common, while B-1, B-4, and B-5 are all scarce. B-5 used the same obverse as B-1. B-3 uses the same reverse as B-2. My example is Browning-2, which on the obverse, typically has a weak right side of the R in Liberty. On the reverse, there is a missing gap in one of the rim dentils above E of STATES, the C touches the eagle's tail, and there are defects at the feet of some of the letters and numbers. B-2 is a slightly scarcer die marriage than B-3, which is the most common variety. There are only a little more than 1000 surviving graded examples of 1805 quarters extant in all conditions Census as of July 2020: PCGS pop report total 855 graded; NGC census: total 372 graded Only about 50% of graded coins are better than VG10
1805 Draped Bust Quarter PCGS VG10. Nice attractive piece with pleasing obverse ("money side") which looks like it's almost Fine. This coin was selected for the obverse's good eye-appeal for the PCGS-assigned grade of VG10. An ideal candidate for collectors seeking lower grade early silver type coin with better eye appeal. Seller described as "1805 Bust Quarter PCGS VG10 LIBEITY Strike Variety". This die variety with a weak right side of the letter "R" in LIBERTY is known as Browning-2, or "B-2". Popular 19th century type coin. Purchased $605 at eBay ($595 buy-it-now + $10 shipping = $605 total), from seller in Wisconsin (Greater Milwaukee Coin). At time of purchase, retail PCGS value was $750, and NGC value was $620 In 1805 the US mint made a real effort to produce Quarter Dollars for circulation. The coins were delivered in 7 warrants issued between April 29 and July 31, 1805. The result was a large mintage of over 121,000 pieces, easily eclipsing the tiny mintages of 1796 and 1804. When these coins were minted, Thomas Jefferson was President of the United States. Today, only hundreds of better certified, circulated examples, complement the surviving raw pieces that are available to collectors. Mint State examples are particularly elusive and far more expensive. The most frequently-seen mint grade is MS63, where at least a dozen examples are known. MS64 examples are rare, and only one example is known in MS65. Five different obverse and reverse die combinations exist for this year. These 5 varieties, are known Browning varietes B-1, B2, B-3, B-4, and B-5 and are comprised of four different obverses (one used for 2 die marriages) and four different reverses (one used for 2 die marriages). Browning varieties 2 and 3 are common, while B-1, B-4, and B-5 are all scarce. B-5 used the same obverse as B-1. B-3 uses the same reverse as B-2. My example is Browning-2, which on the obverse, typically has a weak right side of the R in Liberty. On the reverse, there is a missing gap in one of the rim dentils above E of STATES, the C touches the eagle's tail, and there are defects at the feet of some of the letters and numbers. B-2 is a slightly scarcer die marriage than B-3, which is the most common variety. There are only a little more than 1000 surviving graded examples of 1805 quarters extant in all conditions Census as of July 2020: PCGS pop report total 855 graded; NGC census: total 372 graded Only about 50% of graded coins are better than VG10
1805 Draped Bust Quarter PCGS VG10. Nice attractive piece with pleasing obverse ("money side") which looks like it's almost Fine. This coin was selected for the obverse's good eye-appeal for the PCGS-assigned grade of VG10. An ideal candidate for collectors seeking lower grade early silver type coin with better eye appeal. Seller described as "1805 Bust Quarter PCGS VG10 LIBEITY Strike Variety". This die variety with a weak right side of the letter "R" in LIBERTY is known as Browning-2, or "B-2". Popular 19th century type coin. Purchased $605 at eBay ($595 buy-it-now + $10 shipping = $605 total), from seller in Wisconsin (Greater Milwaukee Coin). At time of purchase, retail PCGS value was $750, and NGC value was $620 In 1805 the US mint made a real effort to produce Quarter Dollars for circulation. The coins were delivered in 7 warrants issued between April 29 and July 31, 1805. The result was a large mintage of over 121,000 pieces, easily eclipsing the tiny mintages of 1796 and 1804. When these coins were minted, Thomas Jefferson was President of the United States. Today, only hundreds of better certified, circulated examples, complement the surviving raw pieces that are available to collectors. Mint State examples are particularly elusive and far more expensive. The most frequently-seen mint grade is MS63, where at least a dozen examples are known. MS64 examples are rare, and only one example is known in MS65. Five different obverse and reverse die combinations exist for this year. These 5 varieties, are known Browning varietes B-1, B2, B-3, B-4, and B-5 and are comprised of four different obverses (one used for 2 die marriages) and four different reverses (one used for 2 die marriages). Browning varieties 2 and 3 are common, while B-1, B-4, and B-5 are all scarce. B-5 used the same obverse as B-1. B-3 uses the same reverse as B-2. My example is Browning-2, which on the obverse, typically has a weak right side of the R in Liberty. On the reverse, there is a missing gap in one of the rim dentils above E of STATES, the C touches the eagle's tail, and there are defects at the feet of some of the letters and numbers. B-2 is a slightly scarcer die marriage than B-3, which is the most common variety. There are only a little more than 1000 surviving graded examples of 1805 quarters extant in all conditions Census as of July 2020: PCGS pop report total 855 graded; NGC census: total 372 graded Only about 50% of graded coins are better than VG10
1805 Draped Bust Quarter PCGS VG10. Nice attractive piece with pleasing obverse ("money side") which looks like it's almost Fine. This coin was selected for the obverse's good eye-appeal for the PCGS-assigned grade of VG10. An ideal candidate for collectors seeking lower grade early silver type coin with better eye appeal. Seller described as "1805 Bust Quarter PCGS VG10 LIBEITY Strike Variety". This die variety with a weak right side of the letter "R" in LIBERTY is known as Browning-2, or "B-2". Popular 19th century type coin. Purchased $605 at eBay ($595 buy-it-now + $10 shipping = $605 total), from seller in Wisconsin (Greater Milwaukee Coin). At time of purchase, retail PCGS value was $750, and NGC value was $620 In 1805 the US mint made a real effort to produce Quarter Dollars for circulation. The coins were delivered in 7 warrants issued between April 29 and July 31, 1805. The result was a large mintage of over 121,000 pieces, easily eclipsing the tiny mintages of 1796 and 1804. When these coins were minted, Thomas Jefferson was President of the United States. Today, only hundreds of better certified, circulated examples, complement the surviving raw pieces that are available to collectors. Mint State examples are particularly elusive and far more expensive. The most frequently-seen mint grade is MS63, where at least a dozen examples are known. MS64 examples are rare, and only one example is known in MS65. Five different obverse and reverse die combinations exist for this year. These 5 varieties, are known Browning varietes B-1, B2, B-3, B-4, and B-5 and are comprised of four different obverses (one used for 2 die marriages) and four different reverses (one used for 2 die marriages). Browning varieties 2 and 3 are common, while B-1, B-4, and B-5 are all scarce. B-5 used the same obverse as B-1. B-3 uses the same reverse as B-2. My example is Browning-2, which on the obverse, typically has a weak right side of the R in Liberty. On the reverse, there is a missing gap in one of the rim dentils above E of STATES, the C touches the eagle's tail, and there are defects at the feet of some of the letters and numbers. B-2 is a slightly scarcer die marriage than B-3, which is the most common variety. There are only a little more than 1000 surviving graded examples of 1805 quarters extant in all conditions Census as of July 2020: PCGS pop report total 855 graded; NGC census: total 372 graded Only about 50% of graded coins are better than VG10
1805 Draped Bust Quarter PCGS VG10. Nice attractive piece with pleasing obverse ("money side") which looks like it's almost Fine. This coin was selected for the obverse's good eye-appeal for the PCGS-assigned grade of VG10. An ideal candidate for collectors seeking lower grade early silver type coin with better eye appeal. Seller described as "1805 Bust Quarter PCGS VG10 LIBEITY Strike Variety". This die variety with a weak right side of the letter "R" in LIBERTY is known as Browning-2, or "B-2". Popular 19th century type coin. Purchased $605 at eBay ($595 buy-it-now + $10 shipping = $605 total), from seller in Wisconsin (Greater Milwaukee Coin). At time of purchase, retail PCGS value was $750, and NGC value was $620 In 1805 the US mint made a real effort to produce Quarter Dollars for circulation. The coins were delivered in 7 warrants issued between April 29 and July 31, 1805. The result was a large mintage of over 121,000 pieces, easily eclipsing the tiny mintages of 1796 and 1804. When these coins were minted, Thomas Jefferson was President of the United States. Today, only hundreds of better certified, circulated examples, complement the surviving raw pieces that are available to collectors. Mint State examples are particularly elusive and far more expensive. The most frequently-seen mint grade is MS63, where at least a dozen examples are known. MS64 examples are rare, and only one example is known in MS65. Five different obverse and reverse die combinations exist for this year. These 5 varieties, are known Browning varietes B-1, B2, B-3, B-4, and B-5 and are comprised of four different obverses (one used for 2 die marriages) and four different reverses (one used for 2 die marriages). Browning varieties 2 and 3 are common, while B-1, B-4, and B-5 are all scarce. B-5 used the same obverse as B-1. B-3 uses the same reverse as B-2. My example is Browning-2, which on the obverse, typically has a weak right side of the R in Liberty. On the reverse, there is a missing gap in one of the rim dentils above E of STATES, the C touches the eagle's tail, and there are defects at the feet of some of the letters and numbers. B-2 is a slightly scarcer die marriage than B-3, which is the most common variety. There are only a little more than 1000 surviving graded examples of 1805 quarters extant in all conditions Census as of July 2020: PCGS pop report total 855 graded; NGC census: total 372 graded Only about 50% of graded coins are better than VG10
1831 Capped Bust Quarter, PCGS XF45, Large Letters variety. Nice luster, almost AU. Paid $420 cash at Allentown coin show 12/2/2017 from dealer who had recently just purchased it himself at eBay 10/1/2017 (item 162673187359) for same price ($420). The eBay description was "1831 Capped Bust Early Silver Quarter (Large Letters) 25c - PCGS XF45". The dealer was trying to sell it for a profit at coin show, but wasn't getting any interest, so he was willing to sell it at cost
1831 Capped Bust Quarter, PCGS XF45, Large Letters variety. Nice luster, almost AU. Paid $420 cash at Allentown coin show 12/2/2017 from dealer who had recently just purchased it himself at eBay 10/1/2017 (item 162673187359) for same price ($420). The eBay description was "1831 Capped Bust Early Silver Quarter (Large Letters) 25c - PCGS XF45". The dealer was trying to sell it for a profit at coin show, but wasn't getting any interest, so he was willing to sell it at cost
1831 Capped Bust Quarter, PCGS XF45, Large Letters variety. Nice luster, almost AU. Paid $420 cash at Allentown coin show 12/2/2017 from dealer who had recently just purchased it himself at eBay 10/1/2017 (item 162673187359) for same price ($420). The eBay description was "1831 Capped Bust Early Silver Quarter (Large Letters) 25c - PCGS XF45". The dealer was trying to sell it for a profit at coin show, but wasn't getting any interest, so he was willing to sell it at cost
1831 Capped Bust Quarter, PCGS XF45, Large Letters variety. Nice luster, almost AU. Paid $420 cash at Allentown coin show 12/2/2017 from dealer who had recently just purchased it himself at eBay 10/1/2017 (item 162673187359) for same price ($420). The eBay description was "1831 Capped Bust Early Silver Quarter (Large Letters) 25c - PCGS XF45". The dealer was trying to sell it for a profit at coin show, but wasn't getting any interest, so he was willing to sell it at cost
Old Green Holder (OGH) conservatively graded. Nice eye appeal, especially mint-state looking reverse. Has small planchet flaw or area of "die punch through" at 2:00 oclock position on obverse near star, but this would be neutral to value. Might be upgradable to XF45 or AU50 if resubmitted. When I bought this, the dealer refused to budge from $225 asking price, and another customer was standing next to me and was going to buy it if i didn't
Old Green Holder (OGH) conservatively graded. Nice eye appeal, especially mint-state looking reverse. Has small planchet flaw or area of "die punch through" at 2:00 oclock position on obverse near star, but this would be neutral to value. Might be upgradable to XF45 or AU50 if resubmitted. When I bought this, the dealer refused to budge from $225 asking price, and another customer was standing next to me and was going to buy it if i didn't
1853 Arrows and Rays Quarter PCGS AU50. "No distracting marks and has some original mint luster". When seller reduced starting bid from $390 (no bids) to $350 , it attracted 2 bids. Worth solid $300 for grade but premium for luster
1853 Arrows and Rays Quarter PCGS AU50. "No distracting marks and has some original mint luster". When seller reduced starting bid from $390 (no bids) to $350 , it attracted 2 bids. Worth solid $300 for grade but premium for luster
1853 Arrows and Rays Quarter PCGS AU50. "No distracting marks and has some original mint luster". When seller reduced starting bid from $390 (no bids) to $350 , it attracted 2 bids. Worth solid $300 for grade but premium for luster
1853 Arrows and Rays Quarter PCGS AU50. "No distracting marks and has some original mint luster". When seller reduced starting bid from $390 (no bids) to $350 , it attracted 2 bids. Worth solid $300 for grade but premium for luster
1853 Arrows and Rays Quarter PCGS AU50. "No distracting marks and has some original mint luster". When seller reduced starting bid from $390 (no bids) to $350 , it attracted 2 bids. Worth solid $300 for grade but premium for luster
1892-P Barber Quarter PCGS AU55 - "Nice Strike - Nice Original Look". Description: "This auction is for a very nice 1892 Barber graded AU-55 by PCGS in an older green holder (OGH). The coin is really nice, having original surfaces, with absolutely no issues. A great look. It is just a very nice coin, and would be a great addition to your collection." Paid $175 buy-it-now + $4 shipping, but earned $14 credit in eBay bucks (8% discount), so net price = $165 total. Current PCGS list price is only $150 for AU55, but this is in older green holder (OGH) which were typically under-graded, so it could probably be upgraded to AU58 if resubmitted today. This one looks even nicer than that ! No ugly black tarnish spots or toning. No obvious chips/dings/dents. Not cleaned - nice original tone ! Similar coins graded AU58 that don't look as nice as this one will typically sell around $190-200 at eBay. The only wear I see is on the eagle's head/neck on the reverse, and doesn't detract from eye appeal. This coin had previously sold for $144 at Heritage auctions 8/29/2018, so I paid fair price at $165
1892-P Barber Quarter PCGS AU55 - "Nice Strike - Nice Original Look". Description: "This auction is for a very nice 1892 Barber graded AU-55 by PCGS in an older green holder (OGH). The coin is really nice, having original surfaces, with absolutely no issues. A great look. It is just a very nice coin, and would be a great addition to your collection." Paid $175 buy-it-now + $4 shipping, but earned $14 credit in eBay bucks (8% discount), so net price = $165 total. Current PCGS list price is only $150 for AU55, but this is in older green holder (OGH) which were typically under-graded, so it could probably be upgraded to AU58 if resubmitted today. This one looks even nicer than that ! No ugly black tarnish spots or toning. No obvious chips/dings/dents. Not cleaned - nice original tone ! Similar coins graded AU58 that don't look as nice as this one will typically sell around $190-200 at eBay. The only wear I see is on the eagle's head/neck on the reverse, and doesn't detract from eye appeal. This coin had previously sold for $144 at Heritage auctions 8/29/2018, so I paid fair price at $165
1892 Barber Quarter PCGS MS62 25c Silver, first year of issue, nice problem-free type coin. Paid $265 buy-it-now at eBay 1/14/2023 at Connor's suggestion as a fair price
1892 Barber Quarter PCGS MS62 25c Silver, first year of issue, nice problem-free type coin. Paid $265 buy-it-now at eBay 1/14/2023 at Connor's suggestion as a fair price
1917 Type-1 Standing Liberty Quarter, with full head (FH), BU condition, Genuine cleaned. Graded as "genuine" by PCGS due to cleaning (code 92 indicates surfaced damage due to any form of abrasive cleaning). Purchased at multi-bidder auction at eBay 6/29/2012 as a nice affordable example of the scarcer Type-1 (exposed bust) variety, especially well struck with Full Head (FH). Good eye appeal
1917 Type-1 Standing Liberty Quarter, with full head (FH), BU condition, Genuine cleaned. Graded as "genuine" by PCGS due to cleaning (code 92 indicates surfaced damage due to any form of abrasive cleaning). Purchased at multi-bidder auction at eBay 6/29/2012 as a nice affordable example of the scarcer Type-1 (exposed bust) variety, especially well struck with Full Head (FH). Good eye appeal
1917 Type-1 Standing Liberty Quarter, with full head (FH), BU condition, Genuine cleaned. Graded as "genuine" by PCGS due to cleaning (code 92 indicates surfaced damage due to any form of abrasive cleaning). Purchased at multi-bidder auction at eBay 6/29/2012 as a nice affordable example of the scarcer Type-1 (exposed bust) variety, especially well struck with Full Head (FH). Good eye appeal
1917 Type-1 Standing Liberty Quarter, with full head (FH), BU condition, Genuine cleaned. Graded as "genuine" by PCGS due to cleaning (code 92 indicates surfaced damage due to any form of abrasive cleaning). Purchased at multi-bidder auction at eBay 6/29/2012 as a nice affordable example of the scarcer Type-1 (exposed bust) variety, especially well struck with Full Head (FH). Good eye appeal
1917 Type-1 Standing Liberty Quarter, with full head (FH), BU condition, Genuine cleaned. Graded as "genuine" by PCGS due to cleaning (code 92 indicates surfaced damage due to any form of abrasive cleaning). Purchased at multi-bidder auction at eBay 6/29/2012 as a nice affordable example of the scarcer Type-1 (exposed bust) variety, especially well struck with Full Head (FH). Good eye appeal
1917 Type-1 Standing Liberty Quarter, with full head (FH), BU condition, Genuine cleaned. Graded as "genuine" by PCGS due to cleaning (code 92 indicates surfaced damage due to any form of abrasive cleaning). Purchased at multi-bidder auction at eBay 6/29/2012 as a nice affordable example of the scarcer Type-1 (exposed bust) variety, especially well struck with Full Head (FH). Good eye appeal
1917 Type-1 Standing Liberty Quarter, with full head (FH), BU condition, Genuine cleaned. Graded as "genuine" by PCGS due to cleaning (code 92 indicates surfaced damage due to any form of abrasive cleaning). Purchased at multi-bidder auction at eBay 6/29/2012 as a nice affordable example of the scarcer Type-1 (exposed bust) variety, especially well struck with Full Head (FH). Good eye appeal
1917 Type-1 Standing Liberty Quarter, with full head (FH), BU condition, Genuine cleaned. Graded as "genuine" by PCGS due to cleaning (code 92 indicates surfaced damage due to any form of abrasive cleaning). Purchased at multi-bidder auction at eBay 6/29/2012 as a nice affordable example of the scarcer Type-1 (exposed bust) variety, especially well struck with Full Head (FH). Good eye appeal
1917 Type 2 Standing Liberty Quarter, PCGSMS63FH, Full Head (FH). Old blue holder, conservatively graded. Great eye appeal
1917 Type 2 Standing Liberty Quarter, PCGSMS63FH, Full Head (FH). Old blue holder, conservatively graded. Great eye appeal
1918 PCGS AU58 Standing Liberty Quarter. Nice eye appeal, white. Scrape damage to PCGS sticker on reverse side. Purchased for $165 cash at Allentown coin show 6/3/2023, reduced in bundle deal from initial asking price of $175. From dealer Paula J PJ Beiter Coins LLC. Connor suggested getting this one, which was fairly priced (retail $200 at time of purchase, but sell anywhere from $150-200). The dealer said she could let it go at that price because she had just bought it, and it was a quick turnover for her. Connor later found this same exact coin had sold 3-years earlier for about the same price, $166 on 8/23/2020 at David Lawrence coin auction online.
1918 PCGS AU58 Standing Liberty Quarter. Nice eye appeal, white. Scrape damage to PCGS sticker on reverse side. Purchased for $165 cash at Allentown coin show 6/3/2023, reduced in bundle deal from initial asking price of $175. From dealer Paula J PJ Beiter Coins LLC. Connor suggested getting this one, which was fairly priced (retail $200 at time of purchase, but sell anywhere from $150-200). The dealer said she could let it go at that price because she had just bought it, and it was a quick turnover for her. Connor later found this same exact coin had sold 3-years earlier for about the same price, $166 on 8/23/2020 at David Lawrence coin auction online.
1918 PCGS AU58 Standing Liberty Quarter. Nice eye appeal, white. Scrape damage to PCGS sticker on reverse side. Purchased for $165 cash at Allentown coin show 6/3/2023, reduced in bundle deal from initial asking price of $175. From dealer Paula J PJ Beiter Coins LLC. Connor suggested getting this one, which was fairly priced (retail $200 at time of purchase, but sell anywhere from $150-200). The dealer said she could let it go at that price because she had just bought it, and it was a quick turnover for her. Connor later found this same exact coin had sold 3-years earlier for about the same price, $166 on 8/23/2020 at David Lawrence coin auction online.
1935-S PCGS MS64 Washington Quarter 25c Silver. Looks undergraded, almost immaculate. Paid $99.98 total ($89.99 buy-it-now + $9.99 shipping) at eBay 10/31/2023, at Connor's suggestion as a good buy.
1935-S PCGS MS64 Washington Quarter 25c Silver. Looks undergraded, almost immaculate. Paid $99.98 total ($89.99 buy-it-now + $9.99 shipping) at eBay 10/31/2023, at Connor's suggestion as a good buy.
1935-S PCGS MS64 Washington Quarter 25c Silver. Looks undergraded, almost immaculate. Paid $99.98 total ($89.99 buy-it-now + $9.99 shipping) at eBay 10/31/2023, at Connor's suggestion as a good buy.
1935-S PCGS MS64 Washington Quarter 25c Silver. Looks undergraded, almost immaculate. Paid $99.98 total ($89.99 buy-it-now + $9.99 shipping) at eBay 10/31/2023, at Connor's suggestion as a good buy.
1937-P PCGS MS66 Washington Quarter, silver. Paid $155.25 total ($150 high-bid + $5.25 shipping) in 1-bid eBay auction 7/9/2023 from seller in Bridgeville, California. Connor had recommended bidding $150.11 (the opening bid was $150), noting it was a "fair price" since they normally sell for $130-160 (Retail $200). I ended up winning as the only bidder. At time of purchase, the PCGS pop was only 490, with only 175 better. I used "Slab-Renew" to polish the scratched plastic slab, which helped brighten its eye-appeal in-hand.
1937-P PCGS MS66 Washington Quarter, silver. Paid $155.25 total ($150 high-bid + $5.25 shipping) in 1-bid eBay auction 7/9/2023 from seller in Bridgeville, California. Connor had recommended bidding $150.11 (the opening bid was $150), noting it was a "fair price" since they normally sell for $130-160 (Retail $200). I ended up winning as the only bidder. At time of purchase, the PCGS pop was only 490, with only 175 better. I used "Slab-Renew" to polish the scratched plastic slab, which helped brighten its eye-appeal in-hand.
1937-P PCGS MS66 Washington Quarter, silver. Paid $155.25 total ($150 high-bid + $5.25 shipping) in 1-bid eBay auction 7/9/2023 from seller in Bridgeville, California. Connor had recommended bidding $150.11 (the opening bid was $150), noting it was a "fair price" since they normally sell for $130-160 (Retail $200). I ended up winning as the only bidder. At time of purchase, the PCGS pop was only 490, with only 175 better. I used "Slab-Renew" to polish the scratched plastic slab, which helped brighten its eye-appeal in-hand.
1937-S Washington Quarter, PCGS MS64. Purchased as raw coin with father Robert Perch at coin show 7/7/1977 in King of Prussia as teenager. I selected it because of the low-mintage year, thinking it was underpriced due to the low mintage. Bargained down from $100 to $90 with Dad, who taught me how to bargain for first time. I had kept this raw coin wrapped in aluminum foil, stored in the bank vault for decades, until submitting it to PCGS for grading
1937-S Washington Quarter, PCGS MS64. Purchased as raw coin with father Robert Perch at coin show 7/7/1977 in King of Prussia as teenager. I selected it because of the low-mintage year, thinking it was underpriced due to the low mintage. Bargained down from $100 to $90 with Dad, who taught me how to bargain for first time. I had kept this raw coin wrapped in aluminum foil, stored in the bank vault for decades, until submitting it to PCGS for grading
1937-S Washington Quarter, PCGS MS64. Purchased as raw coin with father Robert Perch at coin show 7/7/1977 in King of Prussia as teenager. I selected it because of the low-mintage year, thinking it was underpriced due to the low mintage. Bargained down from $100 to $90 with Dad, who taught me how to bargain for first time. I had kept this raw coin wrapped in aluminum foil, stored in the bank vault for decades, until submitting it to PCGS for grading
1941-P PCGS MS65 Washington Quarter, silver, Gem Unc. Phenomenal luster, blast-white, problem-free. Looks undergraded! Paid $28.49 total ($23.50 high-bid + $4.99 shipping) in 17-bid eBay auction 7/9/2023 from seller Stephen G Schumann of Ocean Shores, WA. Connor had recommended bidding as high as $32.11
1941-P PCGS MS65 Washington Quarter, silver, Gem Unc. Phenomenal luster, blast-white, problem-free. Looks undergraded! Paid $28.49 total ($23.50 high-bid + $4.99 shipping) in 17-bid eBay auction 7/9/2023 from seller Stephen G Schumann of Ocean Shores, WA. Connor had recommended bidding as high as $32.11
1941-P PCGS MS65 Washington Quarter, silver, Gem Unc. Phenomenal luster, blast-white, problem-free. Looks undergraded! Paid $28.49 total ($23.50 high-bid + $4.99 shipping) in 17-bid eBay auction 7/9/2023 from seller Stephen G Schumann of Ocean Shores, WA. Connor had recommended bidding as high as $32.11
1946-S Washington Quarter, PCGS MS65, old blue holder. Composition: 0.9 Silver, 0.1 copper (“Constitutional Silver”). Paid $18.33 + $4.35 shipping, buy-it-now at eBay on 8/2/2021. At time of purchase, PCGS retail (book value) was $30. Connor estimated they sell on eBay anywhere from $25-35. This is about as low as you could possibly buy this at eBay.
1946-S Washington Quarter, PCGS MS65, old blue holder. Composition: 0.9 Silver, 0.1 copper (“Constitutional Silver”). Paid $18.33 + $4.35 shipping, buy-it-now at eBay on 8/2/2021. At time of purchase, PCGS retail (book value) was $30. Connor estimated they sell on eBay anywhere from $25-35. This is about as low as you could possibly buy this at eBay.
1947-S PCGS MS66 Washington silver quarter, Gem BU Unc. San Francisco mint. Purchased at eBay 1/2/2023 for $31.08 total ($24.98 buy-it-now + $6.10 shipping) at Connor's suggestion as fair price (PCGS retail $50). At time of purchase, PCGS pop was only 2178, with only 409 graded higher than 66
1947-S PCGS MS66 Washington silver quarter, Gem BU Unc. San Francisco mint. Purchased at eBay 1/2/2023 for $31.08 total ($24.98 buy-it-now + $6.10 shipping) at Connor's suggestion as fair price (PCGS retail $50). At time of purchase, PCGS pop was only 2178, with only 409 graded higher than 66
1947-S PCGS MS66 Washington Quarter, silver. Paid $35.25 total ($30 bid + $5.25 shipping) in 1-bid eBay auction 7/9/2023 from seller in Bridgeville, California. Connor had recommended bidding as much as $38.50 total. The seller had initially offered the coin for $45 total by buy-it-now, but I wisely instead waited for the auction to open at $30 and surprisingly I was the only bidder !
1947-S PCGS MS66 Washington Quarter, silver. Paid $35.25 total ($30 bid + $5.25 shipping) in 1-bid eBay auction 7/9/2023 from seller in Bridgeville, California. Connor had recommended bidding as much as $38.50 total. The seller had initially offered the coin for $45 total by buy-it-now, but I wisely instead waited for the auction to open at $30 and surprisingly I was the only bidder !
1947-S PCGS MS66 Washington Quarter, silver. Paid $35.25 total ($30 bid + $5.25 shipping) in 1-bid eBay auction 7/9/2023 from seller in Bridgeville, California. Connor had recommended bidding as much as $38.50 total. The seller had initially offered the coin for $45 total by buy-it-now, but I wisely instead waited for the auction to open at $30 and surprisingly I was the only bidder !
1949-D PCGS MS65 Washington Quarter, Silver, "Looks Higher Grade". Phenomenal luster, blast-white, problem-free. Paid $35.01 total ($31.02 high-bid + $3.99 shipping) in 16-bid eBay auction 7/8/2023 from seller Robert Samuelson of Eureka Springs, Arkansas. Connor had recommended bidding $35-40 total, noting most examples on eBay sell for around $40.
1949-D PCGS MS65 Washington Quarter, Silver, "Looks Higher Grade". Phenomenal luster, blast-white, problem-free. Paid $35.01 total ($31.02 high-bid + $3.99 shipping) in 16-bid eBay auction 7/8/2023 from seller Robert Samuelson of Eureka Springs, Arkansas. Connor had recommended bidding $35-40 total, noting most examples on eBay sell for around $40.
1949-D PCGS MS65 Washington Quarter, Silver, "Looks Higher Grade". Phenomenal luster, blast-white, problem-free. Paid $35.01 total ($31.02 high-bid + $3.99 shipping) in 16-bid eBay auction 7/8/2023 from seller Robert Samuelson of Eureka Springs, Arkansas. Connor had recommended bidding $35-40 total, noting most examples on eBay sell for around $40.
1953-S PCGS MS65 Washington Quarter 90% Silver. Paid $19.45 total ($14.50 bid + $4.95) shipping in 6-bid eBay auction 7/12/2023, at Connor's recommendation. It looks "blast white" and pristine. I thought it might be undergraded, but Connor pointed out ding on Washington's eyebrow on obverse which prevent it from getting MS66 grade. Nice problem-free coin, at good price. The seller's retail price sticker on reverse said $35, but we only paid about $20 (less than it would cost to submit it for grading !)
1953-S PCGS MS65 Washington Quarter 90% Silver. Paid $19.45 total ($14.50 bid + $4.95) shipping in 6-bid eBay auction 7/12/2023, at Connor's recommendation. It looks "blast white" and pristine. I thought it might be undergraded, but Connor pointed out ding on Washington's eyebrow on obverse which prevent it from getting MS66 grade. Nice problem-free coin, at good price. The seller's retail price sticker on reverse said $35, but we only paid about $20 (less than it would cost to submit it for grading !)
1953-S PCGS MS65 Washington Quarter 90% Silver. Paid $19.45 total ($14.50 bid + $4.95) shipping in 6-bid eBay auction 7/12/2023, at Connor's recommendation. It looks "blast white" and pristine. I thought it might be undergraded, but Connor pointed out ding on Washington's eyebrow on obverse which prevent it from getting MS66 grade. Nice problem-free coin, at good price. The seller's retail price sticker on reverse said $35, but we only paid about $20 (less than it would cost to submit it for grading !)
1953-S Washington Silver Quarter 25c PCGS MS66+ Gold Shield Rainbow Rim Toned. Purchased for $65.00 at eBay 1/6/2024 in 1-bidder auction from dealer Zac Longanecker of Lithia, FL, at Connor's recommendation, since the dealer had mislabeled it "MS66" when it was actually "MS66+". Connor also liked the "toning" which we speculated was probably the result of spending years in a cardboard Whitman-style album. When I got the coin in-hand, I was disappointed by the toning which looked more like tarnish to me, but Connor insists it's desirable toning. At time of purchase, PCGS population listed only 201 examples of higher grade.
1953-S Washington Silver Quarter 25c PCGS MS66+ Gold Shield Rainbow Rim Toned. Purchased for $65.00 at eBay 1/6/2024 in 1-bidder auction from dealer Zac Longanecker of Lithia, FL, at Connor's recommendation, since the dealer had mislabeled it "MS66" when it was actually "MS66+". Connor also liked the "toning" which we speculated was probably the result of spending years in a cardboard Whitman-style album. When I got the coin in-hand, I was disappointed by the toning which looked more like tarnish to me, but Connor insists it's desirable toning. At time of purchase, PCGS population listed only 201 examples of higher grade.
1953-S Washington Silver Quarter 25c PCGS MS66+ Gold Shield Rainbow Rim Toned. Purchased for $65.00 at eBay 1/6/2024 in 1-bidder auction from dealer Zac Longanecker of Lithia, FL, at Connor's recommendation, since the dealer had mislabeled it "MS66" when it was actually "MS66+". Connor also liked the "toning" which we speculated was probably the result of spending years in a cardboard Whitman-style album. When I got the coin in-hand, I was disappointed by the toning which looked more like tarnish to me, but Connor insists it's desirable toning. At time of purchase, PCGS population listed only 201 examples of higher grade.
1954-S Washington 25c silver quarter PCGS MS66. Purchased at eBay 8/16/2024 for $29.95 (make-an-offer). This example selected for less tarnish than another example on eBay (which Connor had called attention to as fair price in the mid-$20's)
1954-S Washington 25c silver quarter PCGS MS66. Purchased at eBay 8/16/2024 for $29.95 (make-an-offer). This example selected for less tarnish than another example on eBay (which Connor had called attention to as fair price in the mid-$20's)
1805 Draped Bust Half PCGS XF CAC - purchased for $2,000 by check to experienced high-end dealer Phil Hinkelman of "Eye Appealing Coins" (dealer at Baltimore coin show 11/14/2019). Bargained down from $2,150 to $2,000, which dealer said was his dealer-to-dealer pice. Paid by check #890 from Key Bank. Dealer pointed out that 1805 is ideal year for type-set collectors, because it is known for good strikes, showing fine detail in the hair, that makes it more attractive than other year dates with weaker strikes. This coin has good eye appeal. Previously sold at Heritage auctions 3/16/2019 (without CAC sticker) for $1,680, so dealer made about 20% profit.
1805 Draped Bust Half PCGS XF CAC - purchased for $2,000 by check to experienced high-end dealer Phil Hinkelman of "Eye Appealing Coins" (dealer at Baltimore coin show 11/14/2019). Bargained down from $2,150 to $2,000, which dealer said was his dealer-to-dealer pice. Paid by check #890 from Key Bank. Dealer pointed out that 1805 is ideal year for type-set collectors, because it is known for good strikes, showing fine detail in the hair, that makes it more attractive than other year dates with weaker strikes. This coin has good eye appeal. Previously sold at Heritage auctions 3/16/2019 (without CAC sticker) for $1,680, so dealer made about 20% profit.
1812 Bust Half Dollar, PCGS XF45, ex-Meyer Collection. Conservatively graded XF45 (looks nicer than some AU examples) in older blue holder. Could potentially be resubmitted for upgrading to AU. Purchased at eBay 10/31/2018 for $433 (buy-it-now), but received $34.64 credit in eBay bucks (8% credit), so net price was $398.36. The item had just been listed the day previously, and I didn't think it was going to last long at eBay. I was fond of the year "1812" because of the war, and had been searching for a nice affordable 1812 half like this for more than a year. Similar 1812 half dollars typically sell in the high $300's, up to $400 sometimes. This one was worth the small premium, coming from a named collection, and with good eye appeal. It is variety Overton 109 (O-109), which is of interest to specialty collectors but doesn't generally affect price. Dealer described it on eBay as "1812 Bust Half Dollar PCGS XF45 O-109 R.3 Great Eye Appeal Nice Strike". The touch of color adds texture and interest without subtracting from eye appeal. Previously sold at Heritage Auctions 4/1/2009 for $345, so dealer made about 15% profit.
1812 Bust Half Dollar, PCGS XF45, ex-Meyer Collection. Conservatively graded XF45 (looks nicer than some AU examples) in older blue holder. Could potentially be resubmitted for upgrading to AU. Purchased at eBay 10/31/2018 for $433 (buy-it-now), but received $34.64 credit in eBay bucks (8% credit), so net price was $398.36. The item had just been listed the day previously, and I didn't think it was going to last long at eBay. I was fond of the year "1812" because of the war, and had been searching for a nice affordable 1812 half like this for more than a year. Similar 1812 half dollars typically sell in the high $300's, up to $400 sometimes. This one was worth the small premium, coming from a named collection, and with good eye appeal. It is variety Overton 109 (O-109), which is of interest to specialty collectors but doesn't generally affect price. Dealer described it on eBay as "1812 Bust Half Dollar PCGS XF45 O-109 R.3 Great Eye Appeal Nice Strike". The touch of color adds texture and interest without subtracting from eye appeal. Previously sold at Heritage Auctions 4/1/2009 for $345, so dealer made about 15% profit.
1812 Bust Half Dollar, PCGS XF45, ex-Meyer Collection. Conservatively graded XF45 (looks nicer than some AU examples) in older blue holder. Could potentially be resubmitted for upgrading to AU. Purchased at eBay 10/31/2018 for $433 (buy-it-now), but received $34.64 credit in eBay bucks (8% credit), so net price was $398.36. The item had just been listed the day previously, and I didn't think it was going to last long at eBay. I was fond of the year "1812" because of the war, and had been searching for a nice affordable 1812 half like this for more than a year. Similar 1812 half dollars typically sell in the high $300's, up to $400 sometimes. This one was worth the small premium, coming from a named collection, and with good eye appeal. It is variety Overton 109 (O-109), which is of interest to specialty collectors but doesn't generally affect price. Dealer described it on eBay as "1812 Bust Half Dollar PCGS XF45 O-109 R.3 Great Eye Appeal Nice Strike". The touch of color adds texture and interest without subtracting from eye appeal. Previously sold at Heritage Auctions 4/1/2009 for $345, so dealer made about 15% profit.
1812 Bust Half Dollar, PCGS XF45, ex-Meyer Collection. Conservatively graded XF45 (looks nicer than some AU examples) in older blue holder. Could potentially be resubmitted for upgrading to AU. Purchased at eBay 10/31/2018 for $433 (buy-it-now), but received $34.64 credit in eBay bucks (8% credit), so net price was $398.36. The item had just been listed the day previously, and I didn't think it was going to last long at eBay. I was fond of the year "1812" because of the war, and had been searching for a nice affordable 1812 half like this for more than a year. Similar 1812 half dollars typically sell in the high $300's, up to $400 sometimes. This one was worth the small premium, coming from a named collection, and with good eye appeal. It is variety Overton 109 (O-109), which is of interest to specialty collectors but doesn't generally affect price. Dealer described it on eBay as "1812 Bust Half Dollar PCGS XF45 O-109 R.3 Great Eye Appeal Nice Strike". The touch of color adds texture and interest without subtracting from eye appeal. Previously sold at Heritage Auctions 4/1/2009 for $345, so dealer made about 15% profit.
1812 Bust Half Dollar, PCGS XF45, ex-Meyer Collection. Conservatively graded XF45 (looks nicer than some AU examples) in older blue holder. Could potentially be resubmitted for upgrading to AU. Purchased at eBay 10/31/2018 for $433 (buy-it-now), but received $34.64 credit in eBay bucks (8% credit), so net price was $398.36. The item had just been listed the day previously, and I didn't think it was going to last long at eBay. I was fond of the year "1812" because of the war, and had been searching for a nice affordable 1812 half like this for more than a year. Similar 1812 half dollars typically sell in the high $300's, up to $400 sometimes. This one was worth the small premium, coming from a named collection, and with good eye appeal. It is variety Overton 109 (O-109), which is of interest to specialty collectors but doesn't generally affect price. Dealer described it on eBay as "1812 Bust Half Dollar PCGS XF45 O-109 R.3 Great Eye Appeal Nice Strike". The touch of color adds texture and interest without subtracting from eye appeal. Previously sold at Heritage Auctions 4/1/2009 for $345, so dealer made about 15% profit.
1812 Bust Half Dollar, PCGS XF45, ex-Meyer Collection. Conservatively graded XF45 (looks nicer than some AU examples) in older blue holder. Could potentially be resubmitted for upgrading to AU. Purchased at eBay 10/31/2018 for $433 (buy-it-now), but received $34.64 credit in eBay bucks (8% credit), so net price was $398.36. The item had just been listed the day previously, and I didn't think it was going to last long at eBay. I was fond of the year "1812" because of the war, and had been searching for a nice affordable 1812 half like this for more than a year. Similar 1812 half dollars typically sell in the high $300's, up to $400 sometimes. This one was worth the small premium, coming from a named collection, and with good eye appeal. It is variety Overton 109 (O-109), which is of interest to specialty collectors but doesn't generally affect price. Dealer described it on eBay as "1812 Bust Half Dollar PCGS XF45 O-109 R.3 Great Eye Appeal Nice Strike". The touch of color adds texture and interest without subtracting from eye appeal. Previously sold at Heritage Auctions 4/1/2009 for $345, so dealer made about 15% profit.
1829 Capped Bust Half Dollar PCGS F12 CAC. Overton 105 (sticker labeled "O-105" on reverse). This is an affordable type coin with nice 2-tone eye appeal. Premium quality for grade, CAC sticker. The Overton variety 105 is common. Seller initially asked $95. I offered $70, and he counter-offered $80. Paid $80 + $3.50 shipping = $83.50 at eBay 8/12/2021. Connor noticed this was CAC, but seller neglected to include it in description. Purchased for fair price as if a regular non-CAC example. PCGS retail $100 at time of purchase. A similar F12 example (without CAC designation) sold for $74 on April 17, 2018 at Heritage auction.
1829 Capped Bust Half Dollar PCGS F12 CAC. Overton 105 (sticker labeled "O-105" on reverse). This is an affordable type coin with nice 2-tone eye appeal. Premium quality for grade, CAC sticker. The Overton variety 105 is common. Seller initially asked $95. I offered $70, and he counter-offered $80. Paid $80 + $3.50 shipping = $83.50 at eBay 8/12/2021. Connor noticed this was CAC, but seller neglected to include it in description. Purchased for fair price as if a regular non-CAC example. PCGS retail $100 at time of purchase. A similar F12 example (without CAC designation) sold for $74 on April 17, 2018 at Heritage auction.
1830 Bust Half Dollar PCGS VF35 purchased for $140 cash as raw coin in Nov 2011 at Allentown coin show. Later submitted to PCGS in 5/2014 for grading, received VF35
1830 Bust Half Dollar PCGS VF35 purchased for $140 cash as raw coin in Nov 2011 at Allentown coin show. Later submitted to PCGS in 5/2014 for grading, received VF35
1830 Bust Half Dollar PCGS VF35 purchased for $140 cash as raw coin in Nov 2011 at Allentown coin show. Later submitted to PCGS in 5/2014 for grading, received VF35
1830 Bust Half Dollar PCGS VF35 purchased for $140 cash as raw coin in Nov 2011 at Allentown coin show. Later submitted to PCGS in 5/2014 for grading, received VF35
1830 Bust Half Dollar PCGS VF35 purchased for $140 cash as raw coin in Nov 2011 at Allentown coin show. Later submitted to PCGS in 5/2014 for grading, received VF35
1832 Small Letters Capped Bust Half Dollar, PCGS MS62. This was clearly one of the best coins at the Allentown coin show that day, and rare chance to get a mint state early half dollar. Dealer bargained from $1,500 initial asking price, down to $1,350 (10% off), which was about $150 profit above the current $1,200 "gray sheet" dealer's buy price. Paid total of $1,350 value with $100 cash + trade-in 1923 $20 St Gaudens gold coin for $1,250 value (a little less than current gold value $1,300/oz). Unfortunately, I had previously overpaid for the gold coin $1,625 at Fort Washington coin show 3/24/2013 when gold was about $1,600/oz in 2013. Afterwards, researched similar gold coin recently sold at auction at eBay for $1,262. So I got fair selling price for gold piece. But effectively paid $1,725 for the 1832 MS62 half dollar.
1832 Small Letters Capped Bust Half Dollar, PCGS MS62. This was clearly one of the best coins at the Allentown coin show that day, and rare chance to get a mint state early half dollar. Dealer bargained from $1,500 initial asking price, down to $1,350 (10% off), which was about $150 profit above the current $1,200 "gray sheet" dealer's buy price. Paid total of $1,350 value with $100 cash + trade-in 1923 $20 St Gaudens gold coin for $1,250 value (a little less than current gold value $1,300/oz). Unfortunately, I had previously overpaid for the gold coin $1,625 at Fort Washington coin show 3/24/2013 when gold was about $1,600/oz in 2013. Afterwards, researched similar gold coin recently sold at auction at eBay for $1,262. So I got fair selling price for gold piece. But effectively paid $1,725 for the 1832 MS62 half dollar.
1856 Seated Liberty Half PCGS AU55. Less common date. Paid $360 cash at Allentown coin show 6/3/2017
1856 Seated Liberty Half PCGS AU55. Less common date. Paid $360 cash at Allentown coin show 6/3/2017
1873 Liberty Seated Half Dollar. Arrows. WB-106. Large Arrows. MS-63 (PCGS). OGH. A fully lustrous, satin to softly frosted example whose otherwise brilliant surfaces are ringed in vivid reddish-gold peripheral toning. Sharply struck in most areas with a pleasingly smooth appearance for the assigned grade. The weight of the half dollar was modified when the Act of February 12, 1873, mandated an increase from 12.44 grams to 12.50 grams. Following the precedent set in 1853, the Mint once again added arrows to the obverse before and after the date for coins struck to the new weight standard. This type remained in production only in 1873 and 1874, after which the basic Motto type returned, albeit with the weight standard as mandated in 1873. The Arrows type of 1873 to 1874 is more challenging to locate in all grades than its predecessor of 1854 to 1855. The type as a whole is very scarce in Choice Mint State and rare any finer, especially relative to the strong demand from advanced type collectors. This is a scarce MS-63 that would do nicely in a Mint State type set. Provenance: From the E. Horatio Morgan Collection. To emphasize how special this coin is, it is the best example that the millionaire Horatio Morgan could find for his specialized collection of early US Half Dollars, which included many expensive coins as high as $450,000. Purchased as floor bidder at Stacks Bowers auction 11/15/2019 at Whitman Coin Show in Baltimore MD. Bidding started at $1200 and quickly settled at $1600, I had to pay $1700 to win it. After 20% commission ($340) and shipping ($22.50), total invoice later paid by credit card 11/18/2019 was $2,062.50. Conservatively graded "old green holder", so might upgrade from MS63 to MS64 if resubmitted
1873 Liberty Seated Half Dollar. Arrows. WB-106. Large Arrows. MS-63 (PCGS). OGH. A fully lustrous, satin to softly frosted example whose otherwise brilliant surfaces are ringed in vivid reddish-gold peripheral toning. Sharply struck in most areas with a pleasingly smooth appearance for the assigned grade. The weight of the half dollar was modified when the Act of February 12, 1873, mandated an increase from 12.44 grams to 12.50 grams. Following the precedent set in 1853, the Mint once again added arrows to the obverse before and after the date for coins struck to the new weight standard. This type remained in production only in 1873 and 1874, after which the basic Motto type returned, albeit with the weight standard as mandated in 1873. The Arrows type of 1873 to 1874 is more challenging to locate in all grades than its predecessor of 1854 to 1855. The type as a whole is very scarce in Choice Mint State and rare any finer, especially relative to the strong demand from advanced type collectors. This is a scarce MS-63 that would do nicely in a Mint State type set. Provenance: From the E. Horatio Morgan Collection. To emphasize how special this coin is, it is the best example that the millionaire Horatio Morgan could find for his specialized collection of early US Half Dollars, which included many expensive coins as high as $450,000. Purchased as floor bidder at Stacks Bowers auction 11/15/2019 at Whitman Coin Show in Baltimore MD. Bidding started at $1200 and quickly settled at $1600, I had to pay $1700 to win it. After 20% commission ($340) and shipping ($22.50), total invoice later paid by credit card 11/18/2019 was $2,062.50. Conservatively graded "old green holder", so might upgrade from MS63 to MS64 if resubmitted
1873 Liberty Seated Half Dollar. Arrows. WB-106. Large Arrows. MS-63 (PCGS). OGH. A fully lustrous, satin to softly frosted example whose otherwise brilliant surfaces are ringed in vivid reddish-gold peripheral toning. Sharply struck in most areas with a pleasingly smooth appearance for the assigned grade. The weight of the half dollar was modified when the Act of February 12, 1873, mandated an increase from 12.44 grams to 12.50 grams. Following the precedent set in 1853, the Mint once again added arrows to the obverse before and after the date for coins struck to the new weight standard. This type remained in production only in 1873 and 1874, after which the basic Motto type returned, albeit with the weight standard as mandated in 1873. The Arrows type of 1873 to 1874 is more challenging to locate in all grades than its predecessor of 1854 to 1855. The type as a whole is very scarce in Choice Mint State and rare any finer, especially relative to the strong demand from advanced type collectors. This is a scarce MS-63 that would do nicely in a Mint State type set. Provenance: From the E. Horatio Morgan Collection. To emphasize how special this coin is, it is the best example that the millionaire Horatio Morgan could find for his specialized collection of early US Half Dollars, which included many expensive coins as high as $450,000. Purchased as floor bidder at Stacks Bowers auction 11/15/2019 at Whitman Coin Show in Baltimore MD. Bidding started at $1200 and quickly settled at $1600, I had to pay $1700 to win it. After 20% commission ($340) and shipping ($22.50), total invoice later paid by credit card 11/18/2019 was $2,062.50. Conservatively graded "old green holder", so might upgrade from MS63 to MS64 if resubmitted
1873 Liberty Seated Half Dollar. Arrows. WB-106. Large Arrows. MS-63 (PCGS). OGH. A fully lustrous, satin to softly frosted example whose otherwise brilliant surfaces are ringed in vivid reddish-gold peripheral toning. Sharply struck in most areas with a pleasingly smooth appearance for the assigned grade. The weight of the half dollar was modified when the Act of February 12, 1873, mandated an increase from 12.44 grams to 12.50 grams. Following the precedent set in 1853, the Mint once again added arrows to the obverse before and after the date for coins struck to the new weight standard. This type remained in production only in 1873 and 1874, after which the basic Motto type returned, albeit with the weight standard as mandated in 1873. The Arrows type of 1873 to 1874 is more challenging to locate in all grades than its predecessor of 1854 to 1855. The type as a whole is very scarce in Choice Mint State and rare any finer, especially relative to the strong demand from advanced type collectors. This is a scarce MS-63 that would do nicely in a Mint State type set. Provenance: From the E. Horatio Morgan Collection. To emphasize how special this coin is, it is the best example that the millionaire Horatio Morgan could find for his specialized collection of early US Half Dollars, which included many expensive coins as high as $450,000. Purchased as floor bidder at Stacks Bowers auction 11/15/2019 at Whitman Coin Show in Baltimore MD. Bidding started at $1200 and quickly settled at $1600, I had to pay $1700 to win it. After 20% commission ($340) and shipping ($22.50), total invoice later paid by credit card 11/18/2019 was $2,062.50. Conservatively graded "old green holder", so might upgrade from MS63 to MS64 if resubmitted
1875 Seated Liberty Half PCGS AU55. Paid $349.99 at eBay, but applied $69.91 credit from eBay bucks, so this reduced net price out-of-pocket to $280.08
1875 Seated Liberty Half PCGS AU55. Paid $349.99 at eBay, but applied $69.91 credit from eBay bucks, so this reduced net price out-of-pocket to $280.08
1875 Seated Liberty Half PCGS AU55. Paid $349.99 at eBay, but applied $69.91 credit from eBay bucks, so this reduced net price out-of-pocket to $280.08
1875 Seated Liberty Half PCGS AU55. Paid $349.99 at eBay, but applied $69.91 credit from eBay bucks, so this reduced net price out-of-pocket to $280.08
1875 Seated Liberty Half PCGS AU55. Paid $349.99 at eBay, but applied $69.91 credit from eBay bucks, so this reduced net price out-of-pocket to $280.08
1902 Barber Half MS62, nice eye appeal. Dealer had paid $650 for it, sold it for $675
1902 Barber Half MS62, nice eye appeal. Dealer had paid $650 for it, sold it for $675
1902 Barber Half MS62, nice eye appeal. Dealer had paid $650 for it, sold it for $675
1893 proof Barber half PCGS PR63. Paid net $1011.44 after applying $64.56 eBay credit, in 21-bid auction at eBay 6/28/2016. "Super bright mirror & beautiful edge toning. Very few better than this one". Only 792 mintage.
1893 proof Barber half PCGS PR63. Paid net $1011.44 after applying $64.56 eBay credit, in 21-bid auction at eBay 6/28/2016. "Super bright mirror & beautiful edge toning. Very few better than this one". Only 792 mintage.
1893 proof Barber half PCGS PR63. Paid net $1011.44 after applying $64.56 eBay credit, in 21-bid auction at eBay 6/28/2016. "Super bright mirror & beautiful edge toning. Very few better than this one". Only 792 mintage.
1893 proof Barber half PCGS PR63. Paid net $1011.44 after applying $64.56 eBay credit, in 21-bid auction at eBay 6/28/2016. "Super bright mirror & beautiful edge toning. Very few better than this one". Only 792 mintage.
1893 proof Barber half PCGS PR63. Paid net $1011.44 after applying $64.56 eBay credit, in 21-bid auction at eBay 6/28/2016. "Super bright mirror & beautiful edge toning. Very few better than this one". Only 792 mintage.
1939 Walking Liberty Half, high-grade MS66. Paid cash deal, bundling with $1600 gold MS65 1908 St Gaudens
1939 Walking Liberty Half, high-grade MS66. Paid cash deal, bundling with $1600 gold MS65 1908 St Gaudens
1795 Flowing Hair Dollar, Three Leaf Variety. PCGS Genuine, Fine Details, Cleaned (code 92). Acquired in trade at Allentown coin show. Dealer Tom Hyland had this coin in his stock for years, and I'd been admiring it yearly since around 2013, but he was asking $4000 retail. He was willing to come down to $3700 quickly, and eventually came down to $3450 when I showed him a list of comparable sales at eBay. Even this is a generous price for a PCGS "genuine" coin (cleaned, ungraded), but we agree it has "Fine details" (F12-F15) and nice eye appeal. I tried to find a nicer one at the Baltimore coin show 11/10/2017 but they were always much more expensive if nicer. Comparable ones to this go at eBay closer to $3000, so I probably overpaid $500 but he was willing to take combination of $2200 cash plus return of a coin I had purchased from him in 2013 (colonial Virginia cent MS64) for $1250 credit. Total cost = $1250 credit + $2200 cash = $3450 total at Dec 2017 Allentown coin show
1795 Flowing Hair Dollar, Three Leaf Variety. PCGS Genuine, Fine Details, Cleaned (code 92). Acquired in trade at Allentown coin show. Dealer Tom Hyland had this coin in his stock for years, and I'd been admiring it yearly since around 2013, but he was asking $4000 retail. He was willing to come down to $3700 quickly, and eventually came down to $3450 when I showed him a list of comparable sales at eBay. Even this is a generous price for a PCGS "genuine" coin (cleaned, ungraded), but we agree it has "Fine details" (F12-F15) and nice eye appeal. I tried to find a nicer one at the Baltimore coin show 11/10/2017 but they were always much more expensive if nicer. Comparable ones to this go at eBay closer to $3000, so I probably overpaid $500 but he was willing to take combination of $2200 cash plus return of a coin I had purchased from him in 2013 (colonial Virginia cent MS64) for $1250 credit. Total cost = $1250 credit + $2200 cash = $3450 total at Dec 2017 Allentown coin show
1795 Flowing Hair $1 Dollar, Two Leaf Variety. PCGS Genuine, VG Detail, Cleaned (code 92). Planchet flaw resulting in pit-like indentation on reverse. Nice 2-tone eye appeal on obverse, which I think actually appears almost Fine. Popular type coin. Acquired 12/20/2022 at eBay for $2650 buy-it-now, from coin dealer Carlsbad Village Coins (Danny Ray/Wait Ankerman) of Carlsbad, CA. At time of purchase, total population graded higher at PCGS was only 785. PCGS retail value was $2,100 but in reality coins of this quality routinely sell at eBay for $2600-3000, usually closer to $3,000+. Ones that sell for around $2,600 will typically be worse quality than this one, often with plugged holes or rim damage or tooled damage. Grey sheet retail value $3,750 in VG (if not cleaned). Connor called attention to opportunity to purchase this at conservative fair price. Otherwise, we agreed it probably would have sold fast within a day to someone else. Interestingly, about 1-week after I purchased it publicly at eBay, PCGS raised the market value by $150 from $2100 to $2250, perhaps due to my purchase ?
1795 Flowing Hair $1 Dollar, Two Leaf Variety. PCGS Genuine, VG Detail, Cleaned (code 92). Planchet flaw resulting in pit-like indentation on reverse. Nice 2-tone eye appeal on obverse, which I think actually appears almost Fine. Popular type coin. Acquired 12/20/2022 at eBay for $2650 buy-it-now, from coin dealer Carlsbad Village Coins (Danny Ray/Wait Ankerman) of Carlsbad, CA. At time of purchase, total population graded higher at PCGS was only 785. PCGS retail value was $2,100 but in reality coins of this quality routinely sell at eBay for $2600-3000, usually closer to $3,000+. Ones that sell for around $2,600 will typically be worse quality than this one, often with plugged holes or rim damage or tooled damage. Grey sheet retail value $3,750 in VG (if not cleaned). Connor called attention to opportunity to purchase this at conservative fair price. Otherwise, we agreed it probably would have sold fast within a day to someone else. Interestingly, about 1-week after I purchased it publicly at eBay, PCGS raised the market value by $150 from $2100 to $2250, perhaps due to my purchase ?
1795 Flowing Hair $1 Dollar, Two Leaf Variety. PCGS Genuine, VG Detail, Cleaned (code 92). Planchet flaw resulting in pit-like indentation on reverse. Nice 2-tone eye appeal on obverse, which I think actually appears almost Fine. Popular type coin. Acquired 12/20/2022 at eBay for $2650 buy-it-now, from coin dealer Carlsbad Village Coins (Danny Ray/Wait Ankerman) of Carlsbad, CA. At time of purchase, total population graded higher at PCGS was only 785. PCGS retail value was $2,100 but in reality coins of this quality routinely sell at eBay for $2600-3000, usually closer to $3,000+. Ones that sell for around $2,600 will typically be worse quality than this one, often with plugged holes or rim damage or tooled damage. Grey sheet retail value $3,750 in VG (if not cleaned). Connor called attention to opportunity to purchase this at conservative fair price. Otherwise, we agreed it probably would have sold fast within a day to someone else. Interestingly, about 1-week after I purchased it publicly at eBay, PCGS raised the market value by $150 from $2100 to $2250, perhaps due to my purchase ?
1799 Draped Bust silver dollar, PCGS F15. Negotiated down from $2000 (on eBay) to $1725 (off-eBay). Purchased 7/13/2012 by paypal from coin dealer William Fraser of Cumming, GA (770-241-3180)
1799 Draped Bust silver dollar, PCGS F15. Negotiated down from $2000 (on eBay) to $1725 (off-eBay). Purchased 7/13/2012 by paypal from coin dealer William Fraser of Cumming, GA (770-241-3180)
1799 Draped Bust silver dollar, PCGS F15. Negotiated down from $2000 (on eBay) to $1725 (off-eBay). Purchased 7/13/2012 by paypal from coin dealer William Fraser of Cumming, GA (770-241-3180)
1799 Draped Bust silver dollar, PCGS F15. Negotiated down from $2000 (on eBay) to $1725 (off-eBay). Purchased 7/13/2012 by paypal from coin dealer William Fraser of Cumming, GA (770-241-3180)
1799 Draped Bust silver dollar, PCGS F15. Negotiated down from $2000 (on eBay) to $1725 (off-eBay). Purchased 7/13/2012 by paypal from coin dealer William Fraser of Cumming, GA (770-241-3180)
1799 Draped Bust silver dollar, PCGS F15. Negotiated down from $2000 (on eBay) to $1725 (off-eBay). Purchased 7/13/2012 by paypal from coin dealer William Fraser of Cumming, GA (770-241-3180)
1799 Draped Bust silver dollar, PCGS F15. Negotiated down from $2000 (on eBay) to $1725 (off-eBay). Purchased 7/13/2012 by paypal from coin dealer William Fraser of Cumming, GA (770-241-3180)
1872 Liberty Seated Silver Dollar PCGS AU 50. Well-preserved. Light wear can be seen on the highest points of the upper portrait including Liberty's face, right arm, bust and flag. Otherwise, the coin is well struck and free from significant clash marks or other flaws. As can be seen in the digital images reflective surfaces dominate both sides of this impressive example of the popular Seated Liberty Silver Dollar. Paid $805 at eBay 6/15/2014. The same coin had previously sold for $1,035 at Heritage auctions 3/17/2011, so I bought it below dealer's original cost.
1872 Liberty Seated Silver Dollar PCGS AU 50. Well-preserved. Light wear can be seen on the highest points of the upper portrait including Liberty's face, right arm, bust and flag. Otherwise, the coin is well struck and free from significant clash marks or other flaws. As can be seen in the digital images reflective surfaces dominate both sides of this impressive example of the popular Seated Liberty Silver Dollar. Paid $805 at eBay 6/15/2014. The same coin had previously sold for $1,035 at Heritage auctions 3/17/2011, so I bought it below dealer's original cost.
1874-S Trade Dollar, PCGS AU50. Conservatively graded Old Green Holder (OGH), superior eye appeal, especially obverse. Paid $400 cash at Ft Washington coin show 1/27/2013. I already had one that I had purchased at eBay the year before, but I liked this one better
1874-S Trade Dollar, PCGS AU50. Conservatively graded Old Green Holder (OGH), superior eye appeal, especially obverse. Paid $400 cash at Ft Washington coin show 1/27/2013. I already had one that I had purchased at eBay the year before, but I liked this one better
1875-S Trade Dollar PCGS AU50 "light grey. Excellent type coin." Purchased 2/18/2021 at Dutch Country Auctions Sale 15 Lot 94. Pre-sale suggested bid was $240-300. Bidding started at $260, then went quickly up to $280. After a pause, I then bid $290 to win it. After paying 15% buyer's premium ($43.50) and shipping ($4.51), the total cost was $338.01 ($290 + $43.50 + $4.51). I had reservations due to tarnish on the obverse, but Connor emphasizes it's difficult to find sound uncleaned Trade Dollars without chop marks like this. It is a common date and mint mark, but one we didn't have yet. When it arrived in mail, it had old $310 retail price sticker on it from prior owner.
1875-S Trade Dollar PCGS AU50 "light grey. Excellent type coin." Purchased 2/18/2021 at Dutch Country Auctions Sale 15 Lot 94. Pre-sale suggested bid was $240-300. Bidding started at $260, then went quickly up to $280. After a pause, I then bid $290 to win it. After paying 15% buyer's premium ($43.50) and shipping ($4.51), the total cost was $338.01 ($290 + $43.50 + $4.51). I had reservations due to tarnish on the obverse, but Connor emphasizes it's difficult to find sound uncleaned Trade Dollars without chop marks like this. It is a common date and mint mark, but one we didn't have yet. When it arrived in mail, it had old $310 retail price sticker on it from prior owner.
1875-S Trade Dollar PCGS AU50 "light grey. Excellent type coin." Purchased 2/18/2021 at Dutch Country Auctions Sale 15 Lot 94. Pre-sale suggested bid was $240-300. Bidding started at $260, then went quickly up to $280. After a pause, I then bid $290 to win it. After paying 15% buyer's premium ($43.50) and shipping ($4.51), the total cost was $338.01 ($290 + $43.50 + $4.51). I had reservations due to tarnish on the obverse, but Connor emphasizes it's difficult to find sound uncleaned Trade Dollars without chop marks like this. It is a common date and mint mark, but one we didn't have yet. When it arrived in mail, it had old $310 retail price sticker on it from prior owner.
1875-S Trade Dollar PCGS AU50 "light grey. Excellent type coin." Purchased 2/18/2021 at Dutch Country Auctions Sale 15 Lot 94. Pre-sale suggested bid was $240-300. Bidding started at $260, then went quickly up to $280. After a pause, I then bid $290 to win it. After paying 15% buyer's premium ($43.50) and shipping ($4.51), the total cost was $338.01 ($290 + $43.50 + $4.51). I had reservations due to tarnish on the obverse, but Connor emphasizes it's difficult to find sound uncleaned Trade Dollars without chop marks like this. It is a common date and mint mark, but one we didn't have yet. When it arrived in mail, it had old $310 retail price sticker on it from prior owner.
1877 Trade Dollar, PCGS XF45. Paid $273.83 at eBay auction 3/13/2012. Had been watching eBay for months, waiting to get a nice looking Trade Dollar at a fair price. I was being very picky about quality and price. Sound purchase
1877 Trade Dollar, PCGS XF45. Paid $273.83 at eBay auction 3/13/2012. Had been watching eBay for months, waiting to get a nice looking Trade Dollar at a fair price. I was being very picky about quality and price. Sound purchase
1877 Trade Dollar, PCGS XF45. Paid $273.83 at eBay auction 3/13/2012. Had been watching eBay for months, waiting to get a nice looking Trade Dollar at a fair price. I was being very picky about quality and price. Sound purchase
1877 Trade Dollar, PCGS XF45. Paid $273.83 at eBay auction 3/13/2012. Had been watching eBay for months, waiting to get a nice looking Trade Dollar at a fair price. I was being very picky about quality and price. Sound purchase
1877 Trade Dollar, PCGS XF45. Paid $273.83 at eBay auction 3/13/2012. Had been watching eBay for months, waiting to get a nice looking Trade Dollar at a fair price. I was being very picky about quality and price. Sound purchase
1879-S PCGS MS63 Morgan Dollar in old green holder (OGH). The seller on eBay used trick lighting and photography to make the coin look better in photos, where it has a "cameo-like" appearance. It's still a nice coin, and is conservatively graded (OGH) but not quite as nice as in the photos.
1879-S PCGS MS63 Morgan Dollar in old green holder (OGH). The seller on eBay used trick lighting and photography to make the coin look better in photos, where it has a "cameo-like" appearance. It's still a nice coin, and is conservatively graded (OGH) but not quite as nice as in the photos.
1879-S PCGS MS63 Morgan Dollar in old green holder (OGH). The seller on eBay used trick lighting and photography to make the coin look better in photos, where it has a "cameo-like" appearance. It's still a nice coin, and is conservatively graded (OGH) but not quite as nice as in the photos.
1879-S PCGS MS63 Morgan Dollar in old green holder (OGH). The seller on eBay used trick lighting and photography to make the coin look better in photos, where it has a "cameo-like" appearance. It's still a nice coin, and is conservatively graded (OGH) but not quite as nice as in the photos.
1879-S PCGS MS63 Morgan Dollar in old green holder (OGH). The seller on eBay used trick lighting and photography to make the coin look better in photos, where it has a "cameo-like" appearance. It's still a nice coin, and is conservatively graded (OGH) but not quite as nice as in the photos.
1879-S PCGS MS63 Morgan Dollar in old green holder (OGH). The seller on eBay used trick lighting and photography to make the coin look better in photos, where it has a "cameo-like" appearance. It's still a nice coin, and is conservatively graded (OGH) but not quite as nice as in the photos.
1881-S Morgan Dollar, PCGS MS65, OGH (old green holder label), CAC approved for eye appeal, ex Pedram Collection pedigree PCGS # 9676253. Paid $190 at eBay 6/13/2015. This same coin had previously sold for $147 at Heritage auction 9/22/2013
1881-S Morgan Dollar, PCGS MS65, OGH (old green holder label), CAC approved for eye appeal, ex Pedram Collection pedigree PCGS # 9676253. Paid $190 at eBay 6/13/2015. This same coin had previously sold for $147 at Heritage auction 9/22/2013
1881-S Morgan Dollar, PCGS MS65, OGH (old green holder label), CAC approved for eye appeal, ex Pedram Collection pedigree PCGS # 9676253. Paid $190 at eBay 6/13/2015. This same coin had previously sold for $147 at Heritage auction 9/22/2013
1881-S Morgan Dollar, PCGS MS65, OGH (old green holder label), CAC approved for eye appeal, ex Pedram Collection pedigree PCGS # 9676253. Paid $190 at eBay 6/13/2015. This same coin had previously sold for $147 at Heritage auction 9/22/2013
1898-O Morgan Dollar PCGS MS64. Paid $55 cash at Allentown coin show 6/1/2019. Dealer sold below grey sheet bid ($65), because he had a large supply of MS64 Morgans that he was disappointed graded MS64 instead of MS65 by PCGS
1898-O Morgan Dollar PCGS MS64. Paid $55 cash at Allentown coin show 6/1/2019. Dealer sold below grey sheet bid ($65), because he had a large supply of MS64 Morgans that he was disappointed graded MS64 instead of MS65 by PCGS
Paid $55 cash at Allentown coin show 6/1/2019. Dealer sold below grey sheet bid ($65), because he had a large supply of MS64 Morgans that he was disappointed graded MS64 instead of MS65 by PCGS
Paid $55 cash at Allentown coin show 6/1/2019. Dealer sold below grey sheet bid ($65), because he had a large supply of MS64 Morgans that he was disappointed graded MS64 instead of MS65 by PCGS
1922 Peace Dollar PCGS MS63. Paid $36.71 total at eBay 10/30/2023 ($31.11 make-an-offer + $5.60 shipping) for Connor, who noted it was fair price (the cheapest sold on eBay were going for $36-37 at auction). Made offer, reducing price from $38.95 to $31.11 (prior to shipping). Some black tarnish spots (mostly on reverse). Price of silver at time of purchase was about $23/oz.
1922 Peace Dollar PCGS MS63. Paid $36.71 total at eBay 10/30/2023 ($31.11 make-an-offer + $5.60 shipping) for Connor, who noted it was fair price (the cheapest sold on eBay were going for $36-37 at auction). Made offer, reducing price from $38.95 to $31.11 (prior to shipping). Some black tarnish spots (mostly on reverse). Price of silver at time of purchase was about $23/oz.
1922 Peace Dollar PCGS MS64, advertised at eBay as "Nice Blast White Uncirculated 1922 Peace Dollar ! PCGS MS64". Paid $61 total ($56 bid + $5 shipping) on 12/19/2022 on eBay at auction. Bid at last minute, at Connor's suggestion to get at fair market price. Common date. Nothing special.
1922 Peace Dollar PCGS MS64, advertised at eBay as "Nice Blast White Uncirculated 1922 Peace Dollar ! PCGS MS64". Paid $61 total ($56 bid + $5 shipping) on 12/19/2022 on eBay at auction. Bid at last minute, at Connor's suggestion to get at fair market price. Common date. Nothing special.
1922-D $1 Peace Silver Dollar PCGS AU58. This example has an obscure VAM 2N die variety not yet recognized by PCGS, but described online at VAMWORLD as discovered by Connor, who noted the large die crack behind Liberty's head, and suggested I buy this one for myself at eBay 5/23/2024 at fair asking price of $64.99, and hold onto it in case Connor wants to acquire it later. It's one of those obscure vams, but it's a crazy die state
1922-D $1 Peace Silver Dollar PCGS AU58. This example has an obscure VAM 2N die variety not yet recognized by PCGS, but described online at VAMWORLD as discovered by Connor, who noted the large die crack behind Liberty's head, and suggested I buy this one for myself at eBay 5/23/2024 at fair asking price of $64.99, and hold onto it in case Connor wants to acquire it later. It's one of those obscure vams, but it's a crazy die state
1922-D $1 Peace Silver Dollar PCGS AU58. This example has an obscure VAM 2N die variety not yet recognized by PCGS, but described online at VAMWORLD as discovered by Connor, who noted the large die crack behind Liberty's head, and suggested I buy this one for myself at eBay 5/23/2024 at fair asking price of $64.99, and hold onto it in case Connor wants to acquire it later. It's one of those obscure vams, but it's a crazy die state
1922-D Peace Dollar PCGS MS62, old blue label. Blast-white coin with nice eye appeal. Purchased 5/5/2024 at Connor's suggestion for myself ($65 buy-it-now + $4.31 shipping).
1922-D Peace Dollar PCGS MS62, old blue label. Blast-white coin with nice eye appeal. Purchased 5/5/2024 at Connor's suggestion for myself ($65 buy-it-now + $4.31 shipping).
1922-D Peace Dollar PCGS MS63. Paid $89.99 at eBay 7/12/2022 in 1-bid auction (buy-it-now, before start of auction). At time of purchase, PCGS retail of $130, with most examples selling between $100 and $135. Connor called this to our attention as a good price for a problem-free "blast-white" example. On close inspection there is a die crack on the reverse through the word "PEACE"
1922-S Peace Silver Dollar PCGS MS63 Struck Through Obverse Mint Error. Purchased at eBay auction (15-bids) on 2/20/2022 at Connor's suggestion. Winning bid $97.05 + $5 shipping = $102.50 total. This was priced appropriately for just a regular 1922-S MS63, with little or no premium for the presence of the mint error on the obverse, which is a 5 mm long worm-like indentation between the letters "TY" of "LIBERTY" caused by the die striking through some unknown form of particulate matter that got in the way between the die and the planchet, preventing a full strike in that location. This type of error is called a "Struck Through" error, which is acknowledged on the PCGS label as a US Mint Error. The PCGS label is also a special one-year style celebrating the 100th anniversary of the Peace Dollar. Of note, Connor noticed this coin was misdescribed on eBay as the less expensive "1922" but it was actually "1922-S", perhaps attracting fewer bidders than it might have otherwise.
1922-S Peace Silver Dollar PCGS MS63 Struck Through Obverse Mint Error. Purchased at eBay auction (15-bids) on 2/20/2022 at Connor's suggestion. Winning bid $97.05 + $5 shipping = $102.50 total. This was priced appropriately for just a regular 1922-S MS63, with little or no premium for the presence of the mint error on the obverse, which is a 5 mm long worm-like indentation between the letters "TY" of "LIBERTY" caused by the die striking through some unknown form of particulate matter that got in the way between the die and the planchet, preventing a full strike in that location. This type of error is called a "Struck Through" error, which is acknowledged on the PCGS label as a US Mint Error. The PCGS label is also a special one-year style celebrating the 100th anniversary of the Peace Dollar. Of note, Connor noticed this coin was misdescribed on eBay as the less expensive "1922" but it was actually "1922-S", perhaps attracting fewer bidders than it might have otherwise.
1922-S Peace Silver Dollar PCGS MS63 Struck Through Obverse Mint Error. Purchased at eBay auction (15-bids) on 2/20/2022 at Connor's suggestion. Winning bid $97.05 + $5 shipping = $102.50 total. This was priced appropriately for just a regular 1922-S MS63, with little or no premium for the presence of the mint error on the obverse, which is a 5 mm long worm-like indentation between the letters "TY" of "LIBERTY" caused by the die striking through some unknown form of particulate matter that got in the way between the die and the planchet, preventing a full strike in that location. This type of error is called a "Struck Through" error, which is acknowledged on the PCGS label as a US Mint Error. The PCGS label is also a special one-year style celebrating the 100th anniversary of the Peace Dollar. Of note, Connor noticed this coin was misdescribed on eBay as the less expensive "1922" but it was actually "1922-S", perhaps attracting fewer bidders than it might have otherwise.
1922-S Peace Dollar, PCGS MS64. Paid $214.39 at eBay 7/14/2019. Buy-it-now from dealer Rev Tye at eBay 1/1/2022 Note: Reverse appears to contain heavy polish marks/lines and a spike is present on the eagle’s shoulder, similar to the 1923 VAM 1-0 “Bar Wing”
1922-S Peace Dollar, PCGS MS64. Paid $214.39 at eBay 7/14/2019. Buy-it-now from dealer Rev Tye at eBay 1/1/2022 Note: Reverse appears to contain heavy polish marks/lines and a spike is present on the eagle’s shoulder, similar to the 1923 VAM 1-0 “Bar Wing”
1922-S Peace Dollar, PCGS MS64. Paid $214.39 at eBay 7/14/2019. Buy-it-now from dealer Rev Tye at eBay 1/1/2022 Note: Reverse appears to contain heavy polish marks/lines and a spike is present on the eagle’s shoulder, similar to the 1923 VAM 1-0 “Bar Wing”
1922-S Peace Dollar, PCGS MS64. Paid $214.39 at eBay 7/14/2019. Buy-it-now from dealer Rev Tye at eBay 1/1/2022 Note: Reverse appears to contain heavy polish marks/lines and a spike is present on the eagle’s shoulder, similar to the 1923 VAM 1-0 “Bar Wing”
1922-S Peace Dollar, PCGS MS64. Paid $214.39 at eBay 7/14/2019. Buy-it-now from dealer Rev Tye at eBay 1/1/2022 Note: Reverse appears to contain heavy polish marks/lines and a spike is present on the eagle’s shoulder, similar to the 1923 VAM 1-0 “Bar Wing”
1922-S Peace Dollar, PCGS MS64. Paid $214.39 at eBay 7/14/2019. Buy-it-now from dealer Rev Tye at eBay 1/1/2022 Note: Reverse appears to contain heavy polish marks/lines and a spike is present on the eagle’s shoulder, similar to the 1923 VAM 1-0 “Bar Wing”
1923 Peace $1 PCGS AU58 Mint Error "Struck Through Obv". The obverse was struck through a foreign object, leaving a streak-like defect across Liberty's forehead on the coin's obverse. Purchased for Connor at Kelleher auction 8/7/2023 as $68.85 portion of Lot 55 (group of 8 peace dollar coins, mostly mint errors, for $607.72 total for all 8 coins; $500 hammer + 20% commission + 1.5% shipping). Connor noted the Struck Through Obverse is a major error, which conservatively sells for $50-80 on Heritage. Connor was prepared to bid as high as $75 portion for this item, but got it for just $68.85
1923 Peace $1 PCGS AU58 Mint Error "Struck Through Obv". The obverse was struck through a foreign object, leaving a streak-like defect across Liberty's forehead on the coin's obverse. Purchased for Connor at Kelleher auction 8/7/2023 as $68.85 portion of Lot 55 (group of 8 peace dollar coins, mostly mint errors, for $607.72 total for all 8 coins; $500 hammer + 20% commission + 1.5% shipping). Connor noted the Struck Through Obverse is a major error, which conservatively sells for $50-80 on Heritage. Connor was prepared to bid as high as $75 portion for this item, but got it for just $68.85
1923 Peace $1 PCGS AU58 Mint Error "Struck Through Obv". The obverse was struck through a foreign object, leaving a streak-like defect across Liberty's forehead on the coin's obverse. Purchased for Connor at Kelleher auction 8/7/2023 as $68.85 portion of Lot 55 (group of 8 peace dollar coins, mostly mint errors, for $607.72 total for all 8 coins; $500 hammer + 20% commission + 1.5% shipping). Connor noted the Struck Through Obverse is a major error, which conservatively sells for $50-80 on Heritage. Connor was prepared to bid as high as $75 portion for this item, but got it for just $68.85
1923 Peace Dollar MS62 Chin Bar VAM 1F (unattributed) noticed by Connor at eBay. Purchased $52 in 22-bid eBay auction 4/22/2023 for Connor
1923 Peace Dollar MS62 Chin Bar VAM 1F (unattributed) noticed by Connor at eBay. Purchased $52 in 22-bid eBay auction 4/22/2023 for Connor
1923 Peace Dollar MS62 Chin Bar VAM 1F (unattributed) noticed by Connor at eBay. Purchased $52 in 22-bid eBay auction 4/22/2023 for Connor
1923 $1 Peace Dollar, PCGSMS63, conservatively graded "old green holder" (OGH). Dealer said he paid $30 for it today at same coin show 12/3/2016, and re-sold it today to me for $34 cash. Similar OGH selling eBay $36, but non-OGH examples closer to $30-34
1923 $1 Peace Dollar, PCGSMS63, conservatively graded "old green holder" (OGH). Dealer said he paid $30 for it today at same coin show 12/3/2016, and re-sold it today to me for $34 cash. Similar OGH selling eBay $36, but non-OGH examples closer to $30-34
1923 Peace Dollar PCGS MS63+ unlabeled VAM die variety (VAM 1-0 bar wing). Connor noticed the die crack at the bottom of Liberty's neck, calling attention to it being a VAM, including other characteristic die cracks (horizontally across the tiara on obverse, and vertically above eagle's shoulder on reverse, and diagonally across eagle's head/beak on reverse). Connor estimated that regular 1923 MS63+ should be similar to MS 64 peace dollars, which are typically selling for $60-75, but if the VAM variety were recognized and labeled properly it should be worth $150-$190 (but would cost around $40 to resubmit to PCGS for VAM designation). The seller didn't notice the variety, and just noted its "great eye appeal with fantastic luster and strong strike". Purchased for $73.99 (free shipping) in 3-bid eBay auction 12/22/2022 for Connor
1923 Peace Dollar PCGS MS63+ unlabeled VAM die variety (VAM 1-0 bar wing). Connor noticed the die crack at the bottom of Liberty's neck, calling attention to it being a VAM, including other characteristic die cracks (horizontally across the tiara on obverse, and vertically above eagle's shoulder on reverse, and diagonally across eagle's head/beak on reverse). Connor estimated that regular 1923 MS63+ should be similar to MS 64 peace dollars, which are typically selling for $60-75, but if the VAM variety were recognized and labeled properly it should be worth $150-$190 (but would cost around $40 to resubmit to PCGS for VAM designation). The seller didn't notice the variety, and just noted its "great eye appeal with fantastic luster and strong strike". Purchased for $73.99 (free shipping) in 3-bid eBay auction 12/22/2022 for Connor
1923 Peace Dollar PCGS MS63+ unlabeled VAM die variety (VAM 1-0 bar wing). Connor noticed the die crack at the bottom of Liberty's neck, calling attention to it being a VAM, including other characteristic die cracks (horizontally across the tiara on obverse, and vertically above eagle's shoulder on reverse, and diagonally across eagle's head/beak on reverse). Connor estimated that regular 1923 MS63+ should be similar to MS 64 peace dollars, which are typically selling for $60-75, but if the VAM variety were recognized and labeled properly it should be worth $150-$190 (but would cost around $40 to resubmit to PCGS for VAM designation). The seller didn't notice the variety, and just noted its "great eye appeal with fantastic luster and strong strike". Purchased for $73.99 (free shipping) in 3-bid eBay auction 12/22/2022 for Connor
1923 Peace Dollar PCGS MS63+ unlabeled VAM die variety (VAM 1-0 bar wing). Connor noticed the die crack at the bottom of Liberty's neck, calling attention to it being a VAM, including other characteristic die cracks (horizontally across the tiara on obverse, and vertically above eagle's shoulder on reverse, and diagonally across eagle's head/beak on reverse). Connor estimated that regular 1923 MS63+ should be similar to MS 64 peace dollars, which are typically selling for $60-75, but if the VAM variety were recognized and labeled properly it should be worth $150-$190 (but would cost around $40 to resubmit to PCGS for VAM designation). The seller didn't notice the variety, and just noted its "great eye appeal with fantastic luster and strong strike". Purchased for $73.99 (free shipping) in 3-bid eBay auction 12/22/2022 for Connor
1923 Peace Dollar PCGS MS64 "VAM-1AB1". This is an obscure VAM die variety that is similar to a more expensive one that is among the "elite 30", according to Connor. Note the "divet" on obverse, near rim under "TRUST". Seller at eBay said "this specimen has silvery color with a whisper of subtle tones, intense cartwheel luster, and sparkling frosty surfaces". Purchased at eBay auction 1/26/2022 (20-bids) for $81 + $4.50 shipping = $85.50, but earned $4.05 credit in eBay bucks (temporary 5% rebate), so total net cost = $81.45
1923 Peace Dollar PCGS MS64 "VAM-1AB1". This is an obscure VAM die variety that is similar to a more expensive one that is among the "elite 30", according to Connor. Note the "divet" on obverse, near rim under "TRUST". Seller at eBay said "this specimen has silvery color with a whisper of subtle tones, intense cartwheel luster, and sparkling frosty surfaces". Purchased at eBay auction 1/26/2022 (20-bids) for $81 + $4.50 shipping = $85.50, but earned $4.05 credit in eBay bucks (temporary 5% rebate), so total net cost = $81.45
1923 Peace Dollar PCGS MS64 "VAM-1AB1". This is an obscure VAM die variety that is similar to a more expensive one that is among the "elite 30", according to Connor. Note the "divet" on obverse, near rim under "TRUST". Seller at eBay said "this specimen has silvery color with a whisper of subtle tones, intense cartwheel luster, and sparkling frosty surfaces". Purchased at eBay auction 1/26/2022 (20-bids) for $81 + $4.50 shipping = $85.50, but earned $4.05 credit in eBay bucks (temporary 5% rebate), so total net cost = $81.45
1923 Peace Dollar PCGS MS64 unlabeled VAM die variety (VAM 1-0 bar wing). Connor noticed the die crack at the bottom of Liberty's neck, calling attention to it being a VAM, including other characteristic die cracks (horizontally across the tiara on obverse, and vertically above eagle's shoulder on reverse, and diagonally across eagle's head/beak on reverse). Connor estimated that regular 1923 MS64 peace dollars are typically selling for $60-75, but if the VAM variety were recognized and labeled properly it should be worth $150-$190 (but would cost around $40 to resubmit to PCGS for VAM designation). Apparently Connor wasn't the only one who noticed, as there were 17-bids at auction (the next highest bids were $100.55, and $77.77). Purchased for $102.12 at eBay auction 5/31/2022 (free shipping).
1923 Peace Dollar PCGS MS64 unlabeled VAM die variety (VAM 1-0 bar wing). Connor noticed the die crack at the bottom of Liberty's neck, calling attention to it being a VAM, including other characteristic die cracks (horizontally across the tiara on obverse, and vertically above eagle's shoulder on reverse, and diagonally across eagle's head/beak on reverse). Connor estimated that regular 1923 MS64 peace dollars are typically selling for $60-75, but if the VAM variety were recognized and labeled properly it should be worth $150-$190 (but would cost around $40 to resubmit to PCGS for VAM designation). Apparently Connor wasn't the only one who noticed, as there were 17-bids at auction (the next highest bids were $100.55, and $77.77). Purchased for $102.12 at eBay auction 5/31/2022 (free shipping).
1923 Peace Dollar PCGS MS64 unlabeled VAM die variety (VAM 1-0 bar wing). Connor noticed the die crack at the bottom of Liberty's neck, calling attention to it being a VAM, including other characteristic die cracks (horizontally across the tiara on obverse, and vertically above eagle's shoulder on reverse, and diagonally across eagle's head/beak on reverse). Connor estimated that regular 1923 MS64 peace dollars are typically selling for $60-75, but if the VAM variety were recognized and labeled properly it should be worth $150-$190 (but would cost around $40 to resubmit to PCGS for VAM designation). Apparently Connor wasn't the only one who noticed, as there were 17-bids at auction (the next highest bids were $100.55, and $77.77). Purchased for $102.12 at eBay auction 5/31/2022 (free shipping).
1923 Peace Dollar PCGS MS64 unlabeled VAM die variety (VAM 1-0 bar wing). Connor noticed the die crack at the bottom of Liberty's neck, calling attention to it being a VAM, including other characteristic die cracks (horizontally across the tiara on obverse, and vertically above eagle's shoulder on reverse, and diagonally across eagle's head/beak on reverse). Connor estimated that regular 1923 MS64 peace dollars are typically selling for $60-75, but if the VAM variety were recognized and labeled properly it should be worth $150-$190 (but would cost around $40 to resubmit to PCGS for VAM designation). Apparently Connor wasn't the only one who noticed, as there were 17-bids at auction (the next highest bids were $100.55, and $77.77). Purchased for $102.12 at eBay auction 5/31/2022 (free shipping).
1923 Peace Dollar PCGS MS64 unlabeled VAM die variety (VAM 1-0 bar wing). Connor noticed the die crack at the bottom of Liberty's neck, calling attention to it being a VAM, including other characteristic die cracks (horizontally across the tiara on obverse, and vertically above eagle's shoulder on reverse, and diagonally across eagle's head/beak on reverse). Connor estimated that regular 1923 MS64 peace dollars are typically selling for $60-75, but if the VAM variety were recognized and labeled properly it should be worth $150-$190 (but would cost around $40 to resubmit to PCGS for VAM designation). Apparently Connor wasn't the only one who noticed, as there were 17-bids at auction (the next highest bids were $100.55, and $77.77). Purchased for $102.12 at eBay auction 5/31/2022 (free shipping).
1923 Peace $1 PCGS MS64 unattributed VAM-1F. The seller recognized it was the VAM-1F variety, and advertised it as such, writing "v.1F" in magic marker on the case. According to recent Heritage.com auctions, attributed VAM sells for around $95-$150. However, in a Covid-Bull market, it was a fair market value at $105 (basing it off of previously purchased attributed $120 example). Purchased 12/22/2022 at eBay in 1-bid auction for $101.75 ($98 bid + $3.75 shipping) for Connor.
1923 Peace $1 PCGS MS64 unattributed VAM-1F. The seller recognized it was the VAM-1F variety, and advertised it as such, writing "v.1F" in magic marker on the case. According to recent Heritage.com auctions, attributed VAM sells for around $95-$150. However, in a Covid-Bull market, it was a fair market value at $105 (basing it off of previously purchased attributed $120 example). Purchased 12/22/2022 at eBay in 1-bid auction for $101.75 ($98 bid + $3.75 shipping) for Connor.
1923 Peace $1 PCGS MS64 unattributed VAM-1F. The seller recognized it was the VAM-1F variety, and advertised it as such, writing "v.1F" in magic marker on the case. According to recent Heritage.com auctions, attributed VAM sells for around $95-$150. However, in a Covid-Bull market, it was a fair market value at $105 (basing it off of previously purchased attributed $120 example). Purchased 12/22/2022 at eBay in 1-bid auction for $101.75 ($98 bid + $3.75 shipping) for Connor.
1923 Peace $1 PCGS MS64 OGH, unattributed VAM-1F die variety, that Connor noticed on eBay. Initial asking price was $100, which was fair to begin with, but seller accepted offer for $95 + $3.99 shipping + $98.99. Then received $4.75 credit it "eBay bucks", so net cost was $98.99 - $4.75 = $94.24
1923 Peace $1 PCGS MS64 OGH, unattributed VAM-1F die variety, that Connor noticed on eBay. Initial asking price was $100, which was fair to begin with, but seller accepted offer for $95 + $3.99 shipping + $98.99. Then received $4.75 credit it "eBay bucks", so net cost was $98.99 - $4.75 = $94.24
1923 Peace $1 PCGS MS64 OGH, unattributed VAM-1F die variety, that Connor noticed on eBay. Initial asking price was $100, which was fair to begin with, but seller accepted offer for $95 + $3.99 shipping + $98.99. Then received $4.75 credit it "eBay bucks", so net cost was $98.99 - $4.75 = $94.24
1923 $1 Peace Dollar, PCGS MS65, conservatively graded Old Green Holder (OGH)
1923 $1 Peace Dollar, PCGS MS65, conservatively graded Old Green Holder (OGH)
1923 $1 Peace Dollar, PCGS MS65, conservatively graded Old Green Holder (OGH)
Seller mistakenly called it "MS63" in eBay description, but was MS65 ! Paid only $30 (bargain). At time of purchase, PCGS retail value was $115.
Seller mistakenly called it "MS63" in eBay description, but was MS65 ! Paid only $30 (bargain). At time of purchase, PCGS retail value was $115.
Seller mistakenly called it "MS63" in eBay description, but was MS65 ! Paid only $30 (bargain). At time of purchase, PCGS retail value was $115.
1923-D Peace $ PCGS MS63, but no VAM die variety present. Purchased 5/24/2024 at eBay (buy-it-now, at Connor's request) as part of group of 2 coins for $240 total. I attributed $195 portion of the total cost to this 1923-D coin. The other coin was 1924 PCGS MS63 peace dollar and attributed $45 portion.
1923-D Peace $ PCGS MS63, but no VAM die variety present. Purchased 5/24/2024 at eBay (buy-it-now, at Connor's request) as part of group of 2 coins for $240 total. I attributed $195 portion of the total cost to this 1923-D coin. The other coin was 1924 PCGS MS63 peace dollar and attributed $45 portion.
1924 PCGS MS63 Peace Dollar. Paid $50 cash 11/10/2023 at Baltimore coin show, at Connor's advice as fair price, reduced from initial $55 asking price. At time of purchase, similar were selling $50-60 at eBay, and Spot silver was $23/oz
1924 PCGS MS63 Peace Dollar. Paid $50 cash 11/10/2023 at Baltimore coin show, at Connor's advice as fair price, reduced from initial $55 asking price. At time of purchase, similar were selling $50-60 at eBay, and Spot silver was $23/oz
1924 Peace $ PCGS MS63, nice luster. Purchased 5/24/2024 at eBay (buy-it-now, at Connor's request) as part of group of 2 coins for $240 total. I attributed $45 portion of the total cost to this 1924 coin. The other coin was 1923-D PCGS MS63 peace dollar and attributed $195 portion.
1924 Peace $ PCGS MS63, nice luster. Purchased 5/24/2024 at eBay (buy-it-now, at Connor's request) as part of group of 2 coins for $240 total. I attributed $45 portion of the total cost to this 1924 coin. The other coin was 1923-D PCGS MS63 peace dollar and attributed $195 portion.
1924-S Peace Dollar PCGS MS64 unlabeled VAM 6 (or maybe equally valuable VAM 3). Seller described as "Nice lightly toned Uncirculated 1924-S Peace Silver Dollar - PCGS MS63! VAM 6!" with doubled lower reverse. "Lightly toned coin with booming mint luster and wonderful eye appeal". Old Blue holder, but the VAM die variety is not attributed on the PCGS label, which would require resubmission to PCGS for attribution, for a fee (which Connor plans to do for this coin). This coin exhibits a long curved die crack on reverse, above the word "PEACE" which extends left onto the eagle's tail, and is characteristic of both VAM6 and VAM3. PCGS population report of 39 total examples (VAM 3). At time of purchase, the regular 1924-S MS63 (non-VAM) retailed $700, and the VAM6 version retailed $750. Seller initially posted this at eBay for $749 buy-it-now, but declined our initial offer for $660 (regular 1924-S MS63 non-VAM versions typically sell $550-650). We reluctantly accepted seller's counteroffer $700 + $4 shipping at eBay 8/7/2022, due to the rarity of the VAM.
1924-S Peace Dollar PCGS MS64 unlabeled VAM 6 (or maybe equally valuable VAM 3). Seller described as "Nice lightly toned Uncirculated 1924-S Peace Silver Dollar - PCGS MS63! VAM 6!" with doubled lower reverse. "Lightly toned coin with booming mint luster and wonderful eye appeal". Old Blue holder, but the VAM die variety is not attributed on the PCGS label, which would require resubmission to PCGS for attribution, for a fee (which Connor plans to do for this coin). This coin exhibits a long curved die crack on reverse, above the word "PEACE" which extends left onto the eagle's tail, and is characteristic of both VAM6 and VAM3. PCGS population report of 39 total examples (VAM 3). At time of purchase, the regular 1924-S MS63 (non-VAM) retailed $700, and the VAM6 version retailed $750. Seller initially posted this at eBay for $749 buy-it-now, but declined our initial offer for $660 (regular 1924-S MS63 non-VAM versions typically sell $550-650). We reluctantly accepted seller's counteroffer $700 + $4 shipping at eBay 8/7/2022, due to the rarity of the VAM.
1924-S Peace Dollar PCGS MS64 unlabeled VAM 6 (or maybe equally valuable VAM 3). Seller described as "Nice lightly toned Uncirculated 1924-S Peace Silver Dollar - PCGS MS63! VAM 6!" with doubled lower reverse. "Lightly toned coin with booming mint luster and wonderful eye appeal". Old Blue holder, but the VAM die variety is not attributed on the PCGS label, which would require resubmission to PCGS for attribution, for a fee (which Connor plans to do for this coin). This coin exhibits a long curved die crack on reverse, above the word "PEACE" which extends left onto the eagle's tail, and is characteristic of both VAM6 and VAM3. PCGS population report of 39 total examples (VAM 3). At time of purchase, the regular 1924-S MS63 (non-VAM) retailed $700, and the VAM6 version retailed $750. Seller initially posted this at eBay for $749 buy-it-now, but declined our initial offer for $660 (regular 1924-S MS63 non-VAM versions typically sell $550-650). We reluctantly accepted seller's counteroffer $700 + $4 shipping at eBay 8/7/2022, due to the rarity of the VAM.
1924-S Peace Dollar PCGS MS64 unlabeled VAM 6 (or maybe equally valuable VAM 3). Seller described as "Nice lightly toned Uncirculated 1924-S Peace Silver Dollar - PCGS MS63! VAM 6!" with doubled lower reverse. "Lightly toned coin with booming mint luster and wonderful eye appeal". Old Blue holder, but the VAM die variety is not attributed on the PCGS label, which would require resubmission to PCGS for attribution, for a fee (which Connor plans to do for this coin). This coin exhibits a long curved die crack on reverse, above the word "PEACE" which extends left onto the eagle's tail, and is characteristic of both VAM6 and VAM3. PCGS population report of 39 total examples (VAM 3). At time of purchase, the regular 1924-S MS63 (non-VAM) retailed $700, and the VAM6 version retailed $750. Seller initially posted this at eBay for $749 buy-it-now, but declined our initial offer for $660 (regular 1924-S MS63 non-VAM versions typically sell $550-650). We reluctantly accepted seller's counteroffer $700 + $4 shipping at eBay 8/7/2022, due to the rarity of the VAM.