A newp, sort of (ED)

[EVillageProwler]

I bought this coin from the Goldberg sale of the San Marino collection, but had to slowly pay it off. I just got the coin today:

 

 

This is BB-185, a Rarity-7 die marriage. This coin is probably the 2nd finest extant.

 

EVP

 

[Tradedollarnut]

Did you do the picture? If so, you are getting quite good - a valuable commodity!

[GP_]

nice! but it needs a dip

[EVillageProwler]

I didn't take the pics myself. I downloaded the pics from the Goldberg site. But, I think I do take good pictures (despite my lack of proper lighting).

 

EVP

 

[jtryka]

The obverse is very nice, but I am not so enamoured with the reverse. A very nice coin though EVP! (as if I expected you to show off anything less)

[Wihlborg]

Very nice coin EVP! I bet you couldn’t wait to get it in your hand!

[bigd5]

Very nice!!

[EVillageProwler]

Thanks, guys. The wait was excruciating for the most part. After I made my final payment, I just forgot about it. (I am too busy these days with moving and getting ready to start a new job in a new career. Wish me luck!) Getting it today was pretty much a surprise for me.

 

EVP

 

[truthteller]

That's a truly an American coin. Appears to be 100% original. Maybe Jefferson or Adams held it in their hands at one time.

 

TRUTH

[EVillageProwler]

You can't tell from the image, but it is possible that this coin had been very lightly wiped a long time ago. Nevertheless, on the originality scale, I'd rank this as well above average for this issue.

 

As you *should* expect from an EF specimen, this coin retain minute traces of luster in protected areas. Personally, I would grade this a very ChVF (VF35) coin that happens to be very well struck.

 

Why?

 

Look closely at the coin. You will notice the hallmark central design details (except for the very central portion) that you'd expect to see in an EF coin. The top of her head, the drapery and the lower curls are all well defined.

 

Yet, if you look at the peripheral stars, you will notice the obvious wear that coexists with the detail. I don't find this a solid EF coin, even though it's graded EF40. Also, I expect more luster from an EF specimen.

 

EVP

 

[Tradedollarnut]

EVP - you should use one of your nice pictures to FIX YOUR ICON!!!

[Nysoto]

Nice coin EVP. The slightly off-center strike is interesting. Finding an original, no problem R.7 variety (4-12 known) is quite an accomplishment.

 

Bill

[chrisfuccione]

COOL!!! CHRIS

[BankNote1]

Interesting ED. I have always liked Bust dollars. I think all "old" coins have been cleaned at some point in time, though. It doesn't bother the grading servicies. The last classic gold I purchased looked like it had an old cleaning but it was still slabed.

[Julian]

I can use that coin, now that you finally got it and would be happy to pay at least.........., seriously though, a very nice acquisition. I hope that you will be happy with it. Finally, something makes you happy!!!

[EVillageProwler]

 

EVP

 

[Hoot]

Very pretty coin EVP. I have looked at many of your pics now, and this dollar seems to have a bit of mystery that others do not. Can't put my finger on it (although I'm sure PCGS would if they had the chance ), but the coin has a special quality about it. Thanks for sharing.

 

TDN's right - but his icon looks like a B&W drawing!

 

Hoot

[DonHeath]

EVP,

 

How long have you sought this coin, or was it a casual discovery?

[Coinosaurus]

The EVP "seal of approval" is very hard to obtain

[EVillageProwler]

Don,

 

I wasn't searching for this variety per se. Rather, I am always searching for R.6+ varieties... When Jim Matthews sold off his collection, I was very excited (to say the least!).

 

Coin-beast,

 

Yes, the EVP seal of approval is very hard to obtain!

 

EVP