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by messydesk
Sun Mar 26, 2023 4:36 am
Forum: Discussion Forum
Topic: 31 new 1921-D crack maps added
Replies: 5
Views: 45

Re: 31 new 1921-D crack maps added

Excellent! Looks nice. Sticking with the template makes it easier to view them all quickly. Thanks for doing this. Hoping you have a graphics tablet of some sort.
by messydesk
Sat Mar 25, 2023 7:04 pm
Forum: Discussion Forum
Topic: Printed 2022 VAM Supplement
Replies: 30
Views: 1249

Re: Printed 2022 VAM Supplement

I would like to see the supps continue. I don't recall seeing the 20-21 being available, but I need that one as well. Is it available? There is a 2020-21 supplement, but selling it is complicated. The text and photos are two different documents. Actually the photos aren't even a document, they're a...
by messydesk
Fri Mar 24, 2023 7:17 pm
Forum: Discussion Forum
Topic: I88I O FLAKY EYE VAM 1D
Replies: 4
Views: 62

Re: I88I O FLAKY EYE VAM 1D

Yeah, this is one of those where you don't even need a magnifying glass to see it, so additional pickups on the obverse aren't going to come into play. They might on the reverse if there were multiple reverses used with the obverse, but for this variety that isn't the case.
by messydesk
Fri Mar 24, 2023 4:15 pm
Forum: Discussion Forum
Topic: Printed 2022 VAM Supplement
Replies: 30
Views: 1249

Re: Printed 2022 VAM Supplement

SilverToken wrote:
Fri Mar 24, 2023 12:32 pm
When the supplements become available, do they have a VAM kill page for that year's changes ?
They'll show new, revised, and eliminated VAMs for 2022. They won't contain previous years' stuff, however.
by messydesk
Thu Mar 23, 2023 5:19 pm
Forum: Discussion Forum
Topic: 1891-CC HELP...
Replies: 5
Views: 131

Re: 1891-CC HELP...

Perfect! Listing the gouged bow as VAM 8A tonight.
by messydesk
Thu Mar 23, 2023 3:37 pm
Forum: Discussion Forum
Topic: Help with 1922-D VAM designation
Replies: 17
Views: 102

Re: Help with 1922-D VAM designation

From here, the bit by the forehead looks like nasty machine doubling. I think I also see it on Liberty's upper lip.
by messydesk
Thu Mar 23, 2023 4:40 am
Forum: Discussion Forum
Topic: Help with 1922-D VAM designation
Replies: 17
Views: 102

Re: Help with 1922-D VAM designation

Looks like VAM 2P1.
by messydesk
Wed Mar 22, 2023 4:55 am
Forum: Discussion Forum
Topic: 1886-P VAM-6A with Doubling?
Replies: 7
Views: 42

Re: 1886-P VAM-6A with Doubling?

What you're seeing is called die fatigue or die deterioration doubling.
by messydesk
Mon Mar 20, 2023 1:45 pm
Forum: Discussion Forum
Topic: My own 78-S head scratcher I need help with (please)
Replies: 30
Views: 412

Re: My own 78-S head scratcher I need help with (please)

vampicker wrote:
Mon Mar 20, 2023 12:01 pm
This looks like one that needs a trip to me or JB
Agree
by messydesk
Mon Mar 20, 2023 4:48 am
Forum: Discussion Forum
Topic: 1878 7 Tail Feathers Reverse of 78 Can Someone Help Identify? Missing lower part of Nostril and lower part below lips.
Replies: 15
Views: 144

Re: 1878 7 Tail Feathers Reverse of 78 Can Someone Help Identify? Missing lower part of Nostril and lower part below lip

One thing you need to do in addition to returning this is contact the Anti-counterfeiting Task Force . The seller will plead ignorance and refund your money and it'll seem like a one-off mistake. ACEF will keep tabs on this seller and see if they can establish intent, then law enforcement can come d...
by messydesk
Mon Mar 20, 2023 2:58 am
Forum: Discussion Forum
Topic: 1878 7 Tail Feathers Reverse of 78 Can Someone Help Identify? Missing lower part of Nostril and lower part below lips.
Replies: 15
Views: 144

Re: 1878 7 Tail Feathers Reverse of 78 Can Someone Help Identify? Missing lower part of Nostril and lower part below lip

There's no such thing as an unopened roll of 1878 Morgan dollars. I agree that it looks fake. If you bought these recently, return them.
by messydesk
Sat Mar 18, 2023 5:29 am
Forum: Buy, Sell, Trade
Topic: is G.C. taking over?
Replies: 13
Views: 291

Re: is G.C. taking over?

I would rather send coins to G.C. over Heritage. My experience with G. C. has been good. My St Gaudens 1909-S/S in PCGS MS-65 did well. I just sent in my favorite Saint into G. C. In the near future you will see a 1911-D/D PCGS MS-66 CAC with Duckor/Akers heritage on the label. :) / :( If it's a D/...
by messydesk
Fri Mar 17, 2023 8:51 pm
Forum: Discussion Forum
Topic: 1921 B over S in "PLURIBUS"
Replies: 42
Views: 493

Re: 1921 B over S in "PLURIBUS"

I can't comment as to how it became to be what you see without seeing a close-up picture or the coin in hand.
by messydesk
Fri Mar 17, 2023 4:37 pm
Forum: Buy, Sell, Trade
Topic: is G.C. taking over?
Replies: 13
Views: 291

Re: is G.C. taking over?

I believe that GC is on the right track to taking over, and there are several things they could do to hasten the process. One, might be to find a mutually beneficial agreement with ANACS to promote VAMs, as PCGS and NGC only recognize a small percentage of all VAMs. They currently have discounted g...
by messydesk
Fri Mar 17, 2023 12:56 am
Forum: Buy, Sell, Trade
Topic: is G.C. taking over?
Replies: 13
Views: 291

Re: is G.C. taking over?

It's sort of a natural outlet for graded VAMs. Low fees for coins that aren't high enough value to send to Heritage and probably quicker payment for consignments. I think when all is said and done, the fees are close to the same as they are with eBay if you don't have a preferred seller store and th...
by messydesk
Fri Mar 17, 2023 12:51 am
Forum: Discussion Forum
Topic: Prompt on the 1881-S VAM-16/16A listing(s)
Replies: 3
Views: 98

Re: Prompt on the 1881-S VAM-16/16A listing(s)

If someone sends me both coins, I'll make it happen.
by messydesk
Wed Mar 15, 2023 3:00 am
Forum: Discussion Forum
Topic: OOPS
Replies: 12
Views: 258

Re: OOPS

UNCLE BINGO wrote:
Wed Mar 15, 2023 1:04 am
So can I ask a stupid question , IS that a 79? Cause it would be extra really painful on the rarity scale thingies... OH my
Yes. Large O is 1879 only. Probably a VAM 3 or 15 going from the top of my head.
by messydesk
Tue Mar 14, 2023 2:07 pm
Forum: Discussion Forum
Topic: Dentical Impressions? Help Please :)
Replies: 6
Views: 166

Re: Dentical Impressions? Help Please :)

Referring to the first picture you posted, they might be denticle impressions, as might the other mark closer to the feathers. It may be difficult to be certain about it with a circulated coin, however.
by messydesk
Tue Mar 14, 2023 3:21 am
Forum: Discussion Forum
Topic: Howard's coin ????
Replies: 6
Views: 206

Re: Howard's coin ????

Looks like damage to me. Not a collar clash.
by messydesk
Mon Mar 13, 2023 2:35 am
Forum: Discussion Forum
Topic: DARKSIDE 1922 S VAM 10
Replies: 7
Views: 146

Re: DARKSIDE 1922 S VAM 10

I like it! Nice, strong re-engraved ray.