VAMWorld 2.0

I've described it here several times (including above), and on other hobby message boards. The methodology is similar to what VAM collectors already do, except it uses only stable reference points -- as decided by the variety organization members. Four items cover it: Method: 1. Select two or three ...

Vampicker - The methodology has already been described (several times). It is as simple as any other, less accurate approach, but it is different. I presented the most consistent and accurate methodology. It is up to members of various variety groups to decide how they want to describe coins.

Really good post !

The only part of a coin design that is absolutely consistent is the central motif. No other element is fixed in relation to this - it's the same for dollars and almost all other US coins. Further, reference points in the central element must be interior to the feature so that minor changes in the fi...

Nope. That introduces additional inaccuracy. Measure directly in relation to two points within the central design for consistency.

Does the OP mean "census" or "population?" They are different.

Did Mr. Van Allen's 1979 descriptions make it into VAM-Lore and carried forward, or were changes made but not recorded or referenced back to the source?

fogie wrote: ↑

Fri Oct 20, 2023 9:09 pm

The date position is routinely guaged but relative position to the denticles.

That's convenient, but not the best way. ALL measurements must relate to the central figure. This is the only way to ensure consistency.

Cute.
But it will not have the sharpness of a manually cut design. It will have the same defects as the imitation Morgan and Peace dollars dated 2021, etc. Our mint could easily do better, but they don't.

"If Morgan dies lettering, numbers, and stars were all punched by hand after hubbing, would it be possible to identify the VAM just by using the relative position of each letter, number, stars, and of course the mint mark?" Possibly, if that were the case, but it was not. Only mintmarks and parts of...

This should also help members understand reasons for certain varieties among the first few years of Morgan dollar production.

The letter's date in "1905" not "1895." You can blame my fumble fingers for the mistake.

Mint of the United States at Philadelphia, October 6, 1880 Sir, I have the honor to acknowledge the receipt of your letter of the 4th inst., enclosing a copy of a letter from the Coiner of the mint at Carson City, addressed to the superintendent of that mint, and I also have to acknowledge the recei...

RG104 E-43 Washington, December 19, 1905 Superintendent U.S. Mint, Philadelphia, Pa., Sir: Your letter of the 18th instant relative to the payment of standard silver dollars in exchange for gold coin has been received. In reply, I would respectfully state that when the treasurer directs you to make ...

I think you mean "sandblast proof."

But, nope. Not even close to a medal press satin or sandblast proof. Sorry.

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1921 Peace dollar master dies/hubs were made in haste (just outside of Bird-in-Hand, Pa), and were not of the quality they might have been if Pres. Harding had not wanted them dated "1921" to match the US treaty and opening of the Armaments Conference. Master dies & hubs were also swapped back and f...

Hmmmm...did Liberty have damage to her L3-L5 nerve roots? Must remember to ask Saint-Gaudens since it's really a copy of his Nike Erini. On the coin, it's likely polish, otherwise it would be visible on other 1921 dollars. (Curiously, the connection between this variety and 1921 satin proofs is not...

Hmmmm...did Liberty have damage to her L3-L5 nerve roots? Must remember to ask Saint-Gaudens since it really a copy of his Nike Erini. On the coin, it's likely polish, otherwise it would be visible on other 1921 dollars. (Curiously, the connection between this variety and 1921 satin proofs is not co...

coinnoob7 --- Good info post ! Axial lighting uses a small light source which improves clarity of fine detail. Using a larger light (or reflector) works contrary to the purpose. RE: "After some experimenting I don't think focus stacking software is going to work for measuring relief." Correct. Measu...

Roger does this technique have any effect against glare produced from the light reflecting off a TPG holder ? Most of the best lighting techniques are useless with slabbed coins and clear plastic holders, as messydesk noted. The primary difficulty is reflection off the slab's front and secondary su...