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by MarkyB
Thu Mar 23, 2023 12:59 am
Forum: Discussion Forum
Topic: Is this an RPM?
Replies: 7
Views: 101

Re: Is this an RPM?

As far as I know some mm can have doubling but yours doesn't appear to have any as far as I can see but I could be incorrect. Though It does appear to have some die fatigue/die deterioration to the left of the mm, and Is it a 1885-S ?. Negative. Hmm, :| How about an 89-S? If this were charades, I'd...
by MarkyB
Thu Mar 23, 2023 12:24 am
Forum: Discussion Forum
Topic: Is this an RPM?
Replies: 7
Views: 101

Re: Is this an RPM?

johnhenry9009 wrote:
Wed Mar 22, 2023 10:52 pm
As far as I know some mm can have doubling but yours doesn't appear to have any as far as I can see but I could be incorrect. Though It does appear to have some die fatigue/die deterioration to the left of the mm, and Is it a 1885-S ?.
Negative.
by MarkyB
Wed Mar 22, 2023 10:20 pm
Forum: Discussion Forum
Topic: Is this an RPM?
Replies: 7
Views: 101

Is this an RPM?

Got this beauty in today. Can't nail it down. I'm terrible with doubling but MM can't be doubled right? Any help or guesses at the coin appreciated. More photo's available upon request. She'll be out for a few days. I will also share its a 188X and far date.
by MarkyB
Fri Mar 17, 2023 8:27 pm
Forum: Discussion Forum
Topic: 1921 B over S in "PLURIBUS"
Replies: 42
Views: 498

Re: 1921 B over S in "PLURIBUS"

The effects I think I can make out around LUR and ONE D can be seen on other coins. I don't know how it happens or what its called but its fairly common. It's like the letter slid a few millimeters. The B over S thing you described can't be explained. A closeup might help. Otherwise you'd need to ge...
by MarkyB
Thu Mar 16, 2023 10:12 pm
Forum: Buy, Sell, Trade
Topic: 1921-s vam 1B3A PCGS 63 Thorn Head
Replies: 20
Views: 584

Re: 1921-s vam 1B3A PCGS 63 Thorn Head

Ya I understand that I was just trying to help Marky b know the why of this one Oh, I've known the why since I was told of a value guide. A value guide behind a pay wall. That's fine but what happens when those same people kill VAM 1B3A or any other VAM? What's its value now? Now you're thinking......
by MarkyB
Thu Mar 16, 2023 1:01 am
Forum: Buy, Sell, Trade
Topic: 1921-s vam 1B3A PCGS 63 Thorn Head
Replies: 20
Views: 584

Re: 1921-s vam 1B3A PCGS 63 Thorn Head

Think he'll take it? But seriously, never heard of a "VAM value guide". I use the PCGS price guide for a wag value and it lists the 1B3. If you want to pay that type of premium for a change in polishing lines, knock yourself out. I'd never do it. I'm still at $195. Good luck.
by MarkyB
Wed Mar 15, 2023 1:05 am
Forum: Buy, Sell, Trade
Topic: 1921-s vam 1B3A PCGS 63 Thorn Head
Replies: 20
Views: 584

Re: 1921-s vam 1B3A PCGS 63 Thorn Head

Interested. I can do $195 firm via check. Thanks for making it avaialable...MB
by MarkyB
Mon Mar 13, 2023 7:41 am
Forum: Discussion Forum
Topic: KC coin show
Replies: 6
Views: 172

Re: KC coin show

I have it on my schedule. Weather and big boss may hinder my particpation however.
by MarkyB
Mon Mar 13, 2023 7:39 am
Forum: Discussion Forum
Topic: guess which 1888-O
Replies: 38
Views: 755

Re: guess which 1888-O

Without date and MM position, I can not participate. But seriously, I am stumped.
by MarkyB
Mon Mar 06, 2023 7:40 am
Forum: Discussion Forum
Topic: Is there a way to....?
Replies: 6
Views: 210

Re: Is there a way to....?

The 14 VAM is extensive. Is it laid out in order of progession thru the various dies? My 1878 8TF double eye does not look like my 1887 VAM 12 Alligator Eye yet both are considered doubled. Maybe it was discussed. My tail feathers don't match the VAM 14; either side. Why? Different reverse probably ...
by MarkyB
Sun Mar 05, 2023 10:03 pm
Forum: Discussion Forum
Topic: Is there a way to....?
Replies: 6
Views: 210

Re: Is there a way to....?

I get it. These things happen when you change servers or formats. I dont criticize anyones motives or abilities but only wish someone would make a decision as to whether or not these type links will be restored, and if not, delete the references to them. I have no idea who has the administrative acc...
by MarkyB
Sat Mar 04, 2023 10:46 pm
Forum: Discussion Forum
Topic: Is there a way to....?
Replies: 6
Views: 210

Is there a way to....?

Reactivate or fix a broken link to a thread? I picked up a 78 8TF today and its a 14.1A. The links to discussion of this VAM are broke and I'd really really like to read them. Am I SOL?
by MarkyB
Sat Mar 04, 2023 9:24 pm
Forum: Discussion Forum
Topic: 1896-P with die scratches
Replies: 23
Views: 437

Re: 1896-P with die scratches

Thanks All. I got this coin 6 months ago while searching for that 2nd 96-P 4B. Seems I'm always a day late but nice to know there are discoveries about still, and Jody got the cred. Believe I found a V-14 but there are no pics so that will go up next for review. Still think this looks like a O mint...
by MarkyB
Sat Mar 04, 2023 1:07 am
Forum: Discussion Forum
Topic: 1896-P with die scratches
Replies: 23
Views: 437

Re: 1896-P with die scratches

Jodemyer wrote:
Sat Mar 04, 2023 12:01 am
I think V-38?
Si. That 9 was hiding a little something. I certainly missed it.
by MarkyB
Fri Mar 03, 2023 6:11 am
Forum: Discussion Forum
Topic: 1896-P with die scratches
Replies: 23
Views: 437

Re: 1896-P with die scratches

It's there. Look at the higher numbers and use that lively wing-neck gap as a guide.
by MarkyB
Fri Feb 24, 2023 3:06 am
Forum: Discussion Forum
Topic: Uploading and posting pics
Replies: 10
Views: 140

Re: Uploading and posting pics

I just click and drag pictures from my folders into the dialogue box; 5 per post.
by MarkyB
Fri Feb 24, 2023 3:02 am
Forum: Discussion Forum
Topic: 1884 very far date?
Replies: 5
Views: 128

Re: 1884 very far date?

My rule of thumb:
<2 denticles=very near date
2 denticles=near date
2.5 denticles=normal
3 denticles=far date
>3 denticles=very far date

I would consider yours a far date. There is a guide under attribution 101 and a range for each term.
by MarkyB
Wed Feb 22, 2023 1:21 am
Forum: Discussion Forum
Topic: 1882 VAM?
Replies: 12
Views: 331

Re: 1882 VAM?

I would add VAMs 22, 42, and 44 to your list of possible matches.
by MarkyB
Sun Feb 19, 2023 9:35 pm
Forum: Discussion Forum
Topic: 1882 o/s Morgan silver dollar Vam-4 EDS OR LDS
Replies: 11
Views: 272

Re: 1882 o/s Morgan silver dollar Vam-4 EDS OR LDS

LDS. Might come back whizzed or damaged. Otherwise 58-61 range.
by MarkyB
Sat Feb 18, 2023 5:13 am
Forum: Discussion Forum
Topic: 1880 S new VAM?
Replies: 15
Views: 279

Re: 1880 S new VAM?

We have limited access to the entire VAM universe. Peeps like VamPicker and MessyDesk have access to more info than whats available on VamWorld. Generally, if VamPicker says you have a 51A, its a 51A. In short, your obverse matched several VAMs but we had to nail down the reverse. You did some nice ...