Walkerfan

Wow, that scratch really kills it for me.......would be, at least a 64, otherwise.

As far as I'm concerned, the coin is damaged but my guess is that it has been net-graded to 62.  

I've heard nothing but good things about her. 

May she rest in peace.  

16 minutes ago, Just Bob said:

Environmental damage.

+1

Welcome aboard!

Glad to have you here.

Can't wait to chat and share stories about coins with you.

Besides Walkers; I always liked the 'Grand Watermelon note'.   

I think it sold for a couple of million dollars.

Graded about new 50.

Got these at a local sale for around melt.

FAKE

On 1/29/2020 at 5:15 PM, Conder101 said:

Sounds to me like the recently restored all inclusive NGC registry will become the ANA registry and the Exclusive NGC registry will return.

Doubtful.  It would make zero sense to restore the registry only to scuttle it once again.

Even an expert can feel like a 'Dummy' by paying up, in the current market, for a much needed coin.    

I am VERY happy about it but it does seem redundant, now that the all inclusive NGC Registry is back. 

I was wondering what will set it (ANA Registry) apart from the NGC Registry? 

Can someone from NGC please chime in and explain the strategic plan here?  Thank You.  

Harlan J. Berk!!

As usual, a fantastic report.

Thank you for taking the time to write this and put this together.

I always enjoy reading these.

59 minutes ago, worldcoinguy said:

@Walkerfan - Great points regarding the best-in-class sets; I can't argue in the least.  The pinnacle of each category should absolutely get the recognition it deserves.   It takes significant time, resources, and relationships to assemble these sets!   Hats off to NGC for running the registry set platform so passionate collectors can share, compete, and dream.         

In retrospect, I think my comment seems a bit snarky and that was not the intent.  As an eclectic world collector, my comment was directed more on the peripheral custom sets judged by more abstract rationale than strict point-driven analytics.              

My bad for not understanding your comment.  Now that you explain it better, it makes more sense.  Custom sets are indeed a different animal and are not strictly point driven.  Thank you for clarifying.

I liked some of the Franklin Mint products.  

RIP, Joe.  

Condolences to the family.  

1 minute ago, worldcoinguy said:

Congrats to all - it is a neat distinction.   

If NGC is listening, it would be interesting for NGC to have a "peoples choice" for US and/or world categories.   Also, would be nice to see annual set updates as a criteria in the voting.   I have no dog in the fight, but if I were pursuing an ancients custom set, it would be disheartening to get beat by a set that has not been modified since March 2015. 

 

Peoples Choice awards aren't a bad idea, however, I don't think that annual set updates make sense nor should be a priority. 

If you worked hard, sometimes for many years, and have a very high-scoring set, then you should be rewarded. 

Besides, in many instances, it is difficult to improve on an already top-tier set. 

Plus, it gives the trailing set owners something to shoot for.  

I'd like to finally complete my Walker Full Set this year.  

1 minute ago, Coinbuf said:

The coveted Ricko sticker!!

You know it, Brother!!  LOL

Congrats to all those who were successful!! 

Me?  I don't have a strong enough interest. 

BUT, if one develops; I will wait a few years, until the storms dies down, and then I can pick one up for a reasonable price.  

I wouldn't bother. 

Using Paypal with a credit card is safe enough for me.

It acts as a liaison and protects from fraud.    

It's certainly a cool place and a great resource!!

Honorable achievement!!  Way to go!!!