Latest addition to my type set: 1831 Bust Half

[CarlWohlforth]

I wanted to share photos of my latest addition to my personal collection. I liked the way this coin seems original to me. There is a bit of blue album toning by the date that didn't show well in the photo. This half is an excellent match to my bust half dime. Now if I can find a quarter in XF-AU...

 

[EVillageProwler]

It's dirty. Now, go give it a bath!

 

 

Seriously, congrats on your acquisition!

 

EVP

[FC57coins]

Very nice! I love seeing nice original pieces like this - so many have been cleaned and mishandled!

[Hoot]

Nice looking piece, Carl. I'll bet that album toning is a lot more vibrant in person!

 

Hoot

[DonHeath]

Carl,

 

I'm still enamored with your proof Walker, but this one's a nice addition.

[CarlWohlforth]

Thanks for the nice comments!

 

I'm glad I bought that proof Walker when I did. Also my proof Buffalo. I don't think I could afford them now as both have gone up in price and I have less to spend.

 

Now that I have a better camera setup I should dig that Walker out of the safe deposit box and try for a better photo. If I do I'll post it here.

[michael]

carl

 

a really nice looking coin the eye appeal is great!!

 

your photograph skills are superb

 

 

michael

[TomB]

From the image it looks like an original coin with good eye appeal. That's a nice snag.

[Bruceswar]

nice pick up...looks like it has some nice toning that did not come out great in the pic....

[shirohniichan]

Nice coin!

 

Now if I could only find an 1837 half dime that looked like that!

[James_OldeTowne]

Terrific coin!

 

Is it even possible to get more bang for the buck than an old bust half? Here's a comparable 1831 I just purchased within the last two weeks:

 

JUMBO IMAGE

 

..... and it only cost $65 .... from a dealer !

 

 

James