rocket23 Posted November 17, 2020 Share Posted November 17, 2020 So I came across this generic graded coin. States a 1878 reverse on a 1879 coin. I know it’s the 2nd reverse. And commands a pretty good price even in Ef condition. Question is should I bust the capsule? I think the generic company hurts the coin. Thoughts?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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MarkFeld Posted November 17, 2020 Share Posted November 17, 2020 (edited) I don’t think the holder matters, either way. But the crack in it would drive me crazy. Edited November 17, 2020 by MarkFeld rocket23 and GoldFinger1969 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GoldFinger1969 Posted November 17, 2020 Share Posted November 17, 2020 Can you take better (smartphone) pics ? You want to be sure the coin is legit, also. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rocket23 Posted November 17, 2020 Author Share Posted November 17, 2020 I opened it up. Nothing funny going on. If it’s a fake it was from the 1800’s. GoldFinger1969 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member: Seasoned Veteran DWLange Posted November 17, 2020 Member: Seasoned Veteran Share Posted November 17, 2020 It appears to be 1879-S Reverse of 78 (Red Book's "2nd Reverse"), which does carry a premium. In that grade, however, it would not be a big premium. rocket23 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coastaljerseyguy Posted November 18, 2020 Share Posted November 18, 2020 Coin looks like a Fine at best if not cleaned Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
James_OldeTowne Posted November 19, 2020 Share Posted November 19, 2020 I agree with the prior post - sharpness of "fine". It's tough to decipher whether it's been cleaned or altered, though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
