EdG_Ohio

I suppose part of the reason I asked this question is that we, myself being somewhat new to this, are always recommended to purchase coins of any decent value that are encapsulated/graded by a service to ensure authenticity and potential value. I recently had another coin returned by NGC as "Not Authentic" and thankfully the auction house is willing to take the return due to NGCs determination. I did weigh and magnetic check prior to shipping and by appearance seemed OK but alas...chit happens.

  Granted the $5 is only worth at best $245 currently but in the future 10-20-30 years it's value could/would increase, yeah inflation yada yada, and the cost of whatever a TPG may charge will increase for sure so wouldn't it be prudent to just go ahead and get the grading/slabbing done now(at cheapest service possible) and out of the way in the event that these are sold after my demise ? I can't see the selling process changing much in the future so this would help with streamlining that part of the process.
  I may not do this with the $5 but the 2 $10s and $25 I most likely will...dunno hahaha.
Thanks for looking and replies.

I guess I should mention this is the smallest of the bunch, other are (2) $10 pieces and one $25 and are in coin holders.

...Better to slab or not ?

I have 4 smaller U.S. bullion gold coins I'll most likely get slabbed and one of them being in it's original packaging as shown in image.   I'm concerned that later in life little curious fingers might want to see coin in hand and potentially mar the surface. So, from a collecting standpoint, is it better to leave in original Mint display or have it slabbed and keep Mint display box/material on hand ?

Thanks.

13 hours ago, Alex in PA. said:

Well, here's my little contribution:

1' 1893 CC $1 PCGS VF 35

2.  1860 D $5 NGC AU 55

 

 

 

I really like the Rev on the 93'

Thanks but not what I was looking for.

In order for newer people to learn, like myself, they need to know the who's and why's.  I train individuals on a heavy truck assembly line, in order for them to understand their operation/station they also must understand those that follow thereafter and prior. Without having all the information laid before them a blanket stated like "I would return it if you are able to." does not help them in understanding and learn from the lesson/instructions. I would like to expand on the idea of what "bag marks", circulated. unc, harshly cleaned and the like are. These are new terms for many of us and it's easy to forget the general language used regarding a particular subject. People see it daily on this board and others, and yes I'm sure it's frustrating and will be repeated untold amounts but this is part of the reason some of us come here.
   I really didn't do this for my benefit but perhaps maybe open others eyes to items to look for in a coin....and frankly, I still like the coin which is what it's all about...correct ?
 Have a great weekend and thanks.

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I recently purchased a 1877 Trade dollar that I simply liked and not because of any particular value. When I took images to look more closely at it the marks of course were more noticeable. You can clearly see marks of some sort on the coin surface and some on raised portion but not as noticeable. Some of the "scraps" appear just after a raised surface but nothing really stands out along letter and eagle edging.
   The question: How can a person decide between bag marks or someone getting a little too excited using their pocket knife ?

This is for informational purposes only and not for the value of this particular coin.
Thanks.

No issues here using Spectrum cable, Firefox browser, Norton antivirus, AD blocker and other assorted goodies.

NGC works just fine, they just received one of my packages the other day labeled as such.

I've never used "brown paper tape" when mailing anything registered mail. I use a "glass tape" (fibrous) and I also have colored security tape I picked up at a auction. A biggie is to ensure you tape along all edges so prying fingers can't get too nosy.

25 minutes ago, DWLange said:

Those spots are the result of toning from either particulate matter on the coin or tiny holes in the 2x2 window. They're likely removable with conservation, but the dime doesn't appear nice enough overall to justify the cost of that.

Thanks for the response. 

In regards to decreasing the value of a coin w/spots, regardless of what type, does the presence of them detract from the grading/value of a coin ?  (I understand if if was a rare date or some other specialty type that this would have only minimal affect on grade/value.) Just curious and learning.

TIA

I plan on getting this 45' regardless of spots for collection due to the decent condition ....but when considering a grade on a piece, or any coin for that matter, in this condition how drastic do the spots affect the outcome ? would this fall in line with being a environmental ?  I looked through some posts but most referenced newer mints and not earlier.
Sorry but best images I can come up with for now.

  Thoughts ?

Thanks

Well, I'm only 5+ months behind on this reply. Finally got a work project off the ground and running on it's own and have time for...ME ! !

   Sent in to be graded a while back and well...poop happens.
I only wish that some day the graders of the numismatic world would provide more details on "Cleaned"  other than splashing it on the slab.

My delayed response attached.

2 days left, ends this Sunday night.
have a look-see and see if anything catches your eye.
The 2 Jefferson's are still going for a low price.

Thanks for looking and have a great weekend !

Reducing some non-essentials so I can go after a few others I'm hunting for. 
Please have a look and bid early and bid often 
Thanks for looking !
Ed G.

1958 Lincoln Cent NGC Proof-69 CAMEO

1919-D Buffalo Nickel PCGS AU-55

1961-D Jefferson Nickel NGC MS-66

1961-D Jefferson Nickel NGC MS-66

1895-S Morgan Silver Dollar NGC F-12

1912 Indian Gold Half Eagle NGC AU Details

1896 Liberty Gold Eagle ICG MS-63

1908 Indian Gold Eagle Motto PCGS MS-63

1903-S Liberty Gold Double Eagle PCGS MS-62

1906-S Liberty Gold Double Eagle PCGS MS-63

1927 Saint-Gaudens Gold Double Eagle NGC MS-62

2006-W $25 Half-Ounce Gold American Eagle Burnished PCGS SP-70

1988-W $50 One-Ounce Gold American Eagle NGC Proof-69 UC

2015-W First Spouse $10 Gold Jacqueline Kennedy First Strike PCGS Proof-70 DCAM  

Denmark 1908-VBP GJ Gold 20 Kroner KM-810 NGC MS-63+ (AGW = 0.2593 oz.)

All prices can be negotiable (gold coins are already quite low), Free shipping on orders above $200, orders above $750 will include Free S/H & Insurance. PP g/s & CCs accepted
Other coins on site and adding more as time allows.
Selling some of course to buy more
Please feel free to msg or email if any questions.
Thanks,
Edward Gehring

Coin Section: https://edgohio.ecrater.com/c/448903/collectable-coins

1886-P Morgan Silver Dollar Raw..very nice
$315.00

1883-O Morgan Silver Dollar Vam 23
$145.00

1909 vdb Lincoln 1C RB
$55.00

1914 5C Buffalo
$85.00

1919 D 5C Buffalo AU55
$470.00 SOLD

1908 $10 Gold Indian - Motto MS63 PCGS
$1,350.00 sold

1964 Proof Lincoln Memorial Cent Coin NGC PF69RD Cameo
$130.00

1943 Walking Liberty Half Dollar Coin PCGS MS64
$50.00

1948 1C MS66 RD - NGC
$89.00

1899 S U.S. Morgan Silver Dollar
$90.00

1887 O US Silver Morgan dollar
$50.00

I stand corrected, didn't look close at image on NGC version. Thanks, devil in the details.

If I do commensurate I'll wash my hands before and after, good hygiene is important.

24 minutes ago, bmmc said:

I have a mexican coin about the size of a half dollar.estados unidos mexicanos on one side and 1981 $20 on the other side.is this coin worth anything?

This it ? ...If you simply put that same info in NGC search parameters you can get the same info. It's a great tool for looking things up especially when no images are provided....and it will be pesos not U.S. dollar symbol.

https://www.ngccoin.com/price-guide/world/mexico-estados-unidos-mexicanos-20-pesos-km-508-1985-1990-cuid-1116311-duid-1418319

it's a auction and the image does clearly show damage and his auction house is about 30 miles from me so if I did follow through with it I could pick up up the next day, none of that nasty waiting but mask is required....and no need to commensurate, which would of fit the bill nicely btw.

20 minutes ago, James P. ONeill Jr. said:

Here’s the coin description NGC gave me. 1982 D LG DT BRONZE 1C. So are they saying it’s a copper cent? 

It is Brass, at least NGC composition states that. Here is a link on NGC for more description for you.
https://www.ngccoin.com/coin-explorer/lincoln-cents-memorial-reverse-1959-2008-pscid-100/1982-d-lg-dt-bronze-1c-ms-bn-coinid-13025

21 minutes ago, JKK said:

Word. I'm waiting for one to come in with a nasty bullet hole through the middle. "hi im nu 2 coinzz wondring how the mint stamped this sackajawea like this and how much can i get 4 it"

Sir, you are trampling on my dreams of grandeur and future fortune. 
I happen to have in my possession gold doubloon...that was purchased 52 years ago on the east coast, they had a whole basket of them in the shop so they must be real.
A 1966 25C piece that some how made it through the Mint with a 22 cal indentation in it, some reason my left eye hurts and a whizzing noise comes to mind.
...and last but not least a 19** nickel that also somehow was compressed by a 200 ton locomotive while going through the Mint.
I find it disheartening that you are so willing to trample upon my dreams .
A cookie will suffice. Thanks.
...I think I hijacked my own thread   The author of this does not condone the destruction of U.S. currency regardless how young they were when this may or may not have happened.
Have a nice Day !
Ed G
 

While doing my nightly search I came across 1932-S it's of course in worn shape but with the 32s it's somewhat acceptable but as noted in images at what point , even a hard to find coin, does damage cancel out out everything ?
It looks like someone took a pair of wire snips to the coin...sad.
 

Even at the current MS63 it's worth between $2.50- $5.00 according to the top 2 places. So, to spend $25+ on regarding what could possibly drop lower ...well, that's a call you need to make. Personally I think 1959 was a awesome year, great things happened then

It looks like the design used between 2001-2008. There is a reference on NGC's site.

https://www.ngccoin.com/about/evolution-of-ngc-holder/