PCGS Newsletter May 3, 2016 | Vol 16 Issue 9 |
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The Most Legendary Rarity in American Numismatics by Ron Guth President of PCGSCoinFacts.com and award-winning author Ron Guth discusses the highly anticipated reemergence of a truly legendary coin: the 1822 Half Eagle. This "trophy" coin is extremely sought after, to say the least, and hasn't appeared on the market since 1982, fetching $687,500 when it sold. READ MORE > |
1883-O Morgan Dollar PCGS MS66 Legend has handled many wildly toned Morgans and is an expert in the field. If this were in auction, there would be a bidding war. This coin ranks among the great toned 1883-O's that exist. View this and other quality Round I new purchases from the Central States Show. LegendNumismatics.com > |
Difficult to Grade Coins — Early pre-1808 Silver and Gold Coins by Mike Sherman Numismatic Expert Mike Sherman’s fourth installment of "Difficult to Grade Coins" explores early pre-1808 silver and gold coins, noting issues such as adjustment marks and worn dies. These issues are especially tricky to grade, as both adjustment marks and strikes vary in severity. READ MORE > |
Legend Rare Coin Auction Featuring Quintuple Stella Classic rarities and collector coins are featured in Legend Auctions' Regency Auction XVII, which is currently open for bidding. Highlights include original and restrike 1827/3 quarters from the famous James A. Stack collection, plus an extremely rare 1879 Pattern $20 Judd-1643, known as a "Quintuple Stella." GET DETAILS > |
Mint Error or Die Variety? by Ryan Moretti Valuable lessons often strike unexpectedly, but when they do, they leave a lasting mark. Coin guru Ryan Moretti tells the story of an important career lesson he learned early on: distinguishing the difference between a mint error and die variety. READ MORE > |
VIDEO: Don Willis Previews the Regency XVII Auction Don Willis previews the Regency XVII Auction, which will be held at the upcoming PCGS Members Only Show in New Orleans. Here's your chance to preview the top coins available in the 472-lot auction, which is now open for bidding and ends May 19. WATCH NOW > |
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Last issue's winner of a PCGS Polo Shirt: Jim Olivares |
NEW IMAGES: PCGS #4917 MS66FB 1918 10C See All > NEW NARRATIVES: Jaime Hernandez wrote about 1987 $50 Gold Eagle See All > NEW CENSUS: Condition Census for 1905-S 10C See All > |
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