Additional displays of superb-quality, classic United States coins are planned for the inaugural Great American Coin & Collectibles Show in the Tampa, Florida Convention Center, September 11-14, 2024, according to show organizers.
The exhibits now will also include outstanding items from the Dell Loy Hansen Collection, the most valuable collection of United States coins, and the largest public display of artifacts and memorabilia related to classic U.S. commemorative coins from the J&L Collection.
As announced earlier, the show will also feature the first Tampa display of the famous Eliasberg 1913 Liberty Head nickel as well as a 1943 bronze Lincoln cent, both courtesy of GreatCollections (www.GreatCollections.com).
One of the new additions to the exhibits courtesy of Hansen and DLRC (www.DLRCcoins.com) will be nearly 150 coins from his extensive collection. This display will include the Hansen Barber Half Dollars Collection from 1892 to 1915, the all-time finest set of its kind. There will also be a selection of Hansen’s Liberty Head Double Eagles and silver three-cent coins on display.
All the coins are now certified by CAC Grading (www.CACGrading.com), a Grand Co-Sponsor and the Official Grading Service of the show. Highlights of the exhibit include:
- 1855 silver three-cent, CACG PR67 Cameo
- 1869/9 silver three-cent, CACG PR67+ Cameo
- 1899-O Barber half-dollar, CACG MS66+
- 1901 Barber half-dollar, CACG PR68 Cameo
- 1851 Liberty Head $20, CACG MS64
- 1854 Large Date Liberty Head $20, CACG MS64
"The J&L Collection of classic United States commemorative coins from 1892 to 1954 is far and away the best commemorative collection in existence. Many of the coins are the finest known or tied for finest known and have spectacular, natural toning," stated veteran professional numismatist and show planner Larry Shepherd.
"Seven, especially attractive coins from the silver commemorative half-dollars set will be displayed along with a huge assortment of rarely-seen original envelopes and holders, coin sales receipts, brochures, and literature about the events for which the coins were issued. It will cover seven booths and 35 cases; an amazing educational experience," explained Shepherd.
"This exhibit will be the largest and most complete collection of 1892-1954 classic commemorative documentation and memorabilia in existence, and most of the items are extremely rare. There will be rare memorabilia related to all 50 classic commem design types. This is truly a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for commem lovers, a rare opportunity!," emphasized Shepherd.
The seven coins from the J&L Commemorative Coins Collection to be displayed are:
- 1937 Roanoke, PCGS MS68
- 1936 York, PCGS MS69, the finest known
- 1923-S Monroe, PCGS MS67+, tied for finest known
- 1892 Columbian Exposition, PCGS MS 68, the finest known
- 1936 Texas, PCGS MS68+, tied for finest known
- 1926 Oregon Trail, PCGS MS69, finest known
- 1934 Maryland, PCGS MS68, finest known
The finest set of "Stella" $4 denomination gold coins in the PCGS Set Registry® and an 1845 proof set will be displayed by Tangible Investments of Laguna Beach, California (www.TangibleInvestmentsInc.com). The superb-quality Stella was a major attraction during the set’s debut display at the recent American Numismatic Association 2024 Chicago World’s Fair of Money®.
The coins’ grades are 1879 Coiled Hair PCGS PR65+ CAM CAC with a mintage of only 20; 1879 Flowing Hair PCGS PR67 CAM CAC, mintage 425; 1880 Coiled Hair PCGS PR65+ CAM CAC, mintage 10; and 1880 Flowing Hair PCGS PR66 CAM CAC, mintage 35.
Shepherd announced the show will also present a new, fun concept for other displays, the Numismatic Educational Journey that will offer visitors a chance to win a proof 2024 Morgan and 2024 proof Peace dollar.
"About two dozen dealers have agreed to exhibit something special, rare, or of unusual numismatic interest at their tables. These are items the dealers have acquired over the years, are especially proud of, and decided to keep for themselves. They will share the items at the Tampa show for everyone to see in person," he explained.
Attendees at the show will be given a list of participating tables to visit and copy a code. Those who finish the interactive, educational and enjoyable journey and collect all the codes will be eligible for a drawing to win a two-coin set of the United States Mint’s new release at the show, the 2024 proof Morgan and Peace Dollars.
"I don’t know of any other show that has ever had a lineup of displays this powerful," Shepherd stated.
The Tampa, Florida Convention Center is located at 333 S. Franklin Street. Public hours for the show are on Wednesday, September 11, from noon to 5:30 pm; Thursday, September 12, and Friday, September 13, from 10 am to 5:30 pm; and on Saturday, September 14, from 10 am to 2:30 pm.
Admission is $15 from Tuesday to Friday, and admission is free for everyone on Saturday.
For additional information about the Great American Coin and Collectibles Show, visit www.GACC.show, or contact Larry Shepherd at 719-464-8801 or email at ShepherdExpos@gmail.com.
Stella$!!!! Imagine if the mint gave us Stella redeux instead of more Saints and Walkers…. Aw shuttup and buy
The proof Barber Half is one of my most favorite coins that I can no longer afford to collect. That one is a beauty in “Cameo.”
Kaiser, don’t feel alone, I can’t afford them either. When I first started reading and participating over on the old Mint News Blog (MNB), back many, many years ago, I would read comments from fellow collectors and they would share the coins they were purchasing. When they would talk about purchasing the gold 4 coin sets, one oz gold coins, half ounce, etc., I would think, man I wish I could afford that!! I couldn’t even afford a 1/10th oz gold coin. How can they afford these rather expensive coins!! I would be envious, not jealous, big difference! I was… Read more »
The only Barber I have is a very worn Barber 1916 dime. I bought it to fill a space in a type coin collection I had a long time ago, one of each coin of each denomination.
Kaiser,
I have a bag for of Barbers from my childhood days. They are all circulated coins, but the dates are intact. I’ve never considered them to be valuable monetarily , at least no more than spot Ag, but sentimentally they are priceless!
Kaiser,
Here are a few of the Barbers I’ve collected (or were given to me) during my early years. They must’ve been plentiful in 1912 because I have a lot from that year. I have to chuckle when I look at the prices I’ve paid for coins I got back then. How times have changed!
Great picture and thank you, we like photos!
The old canvas/cloth protector mat is an interesting touch as well.
Rick,
That’s my ‘mouse pad’ and it’s been worn extensively but still works well. I call that a keeper. Lol
PCGS or NGC could slab that mouse pad for you. Might be worth something one day. 😉
Lol. Don’t give certain people any ideas, VA Bob. That old mouse pad is from a school not far from VA….U. of Md terrapin. And since it’s college football time again (Yeah!) I’ll say I’m rooting for the terps to make it to the playoffs, but realise it’s a far fetched wish. I absolutely love this time of the year.
Still trying to grasp 18 teams in the Big10 now.
Kaiser, As you well know, the entire rest of the world calls something else “football”…a sport that really does involve mostly the feet. We call it “soccer”. Rugby is by far closer to American football, including the ovoid shape of the ball. And then there is Handball, which is amazingly like soccer, only played with the hands! The ball is a bit smaller, but the basics of play are quite similar. Of course America is one of the last few holdouts still using the British Imperial system of weights & measures – even the UK now uses metrics (except for… Read more »
I’m still trying to grasp California teams in the ACC. Does that make any sense.
Go Green! Go White!
The 1840 O and 1853 Arrows, Christian Gobrect designed coins are super cool IMO Craig. Thanks for sharing the pic! Lastly, not being very familiar with these coins, what are the coins(1840/1853) denomination?
CaliSkier,
Those are Seated Liberty dimes. I always enjoyed collecting coins most folks never heard or saw before (not talking about folks on this site). I bought those as a kid and still add a couple these days as they are still very affordable.
Kaiser,
Never worry about that, there are tons of facts I don’t know about numismatics…but I can always ask for an answer! The Seated Liberty Dime might just be my favourite design on the dime. They were minted from 1837-1891, hence most folks never found them in circulation. If I were to try and buy something with one today, I’m sure I’d get some strange looks!
AKBob, There are a lot of folks out there that have more $$, land, houses, gold, silver, and cars than I do, and do you know what I think…good for them. I have several pounds of gold coins and probably a ton of silver coins (I’m being a bit hyperbolic there) and intend to just pass them along to family members, when the time comes. I’ve said before that coins look their best in Au, but that doesn’t mean I don’t appreciate the look of Ag coins, especially in Proof condition for both metals. I guess I’m a lot like… Read more »
I haven’t taken notice of those Proof Barber half’s before. Now I have.
Beautiful classic coin right there E1.
Rick,
Apparently, Dell had a set of Proof Barber Halves. Man, I would love to see that set. Old proof money in the house.
Cheers
Well, maybe it’s just me Kaiser,
But I have zero problems admiring, envying, and comparing a thing or two that crosses my path now and then.
Throw in a little self deprication with a humourous twist once in awhile, and I’m grounded, happy, and complete as a coin collector.
It could be a 1959-D 1C, or a 1959-M $10 Peso coin, or both that would make me proud to have, share, and enjoy….
And just today I found a 1C 2009-D “Professional Life” in a hotel stairwell, so my grounded, happy day is complete lol..
Yes 99% of the time I pick up a penny. Am I a nerd? Or maybe a lucky stiff who finds a scarcity? Both would be just fine with me…
Kaiser, if possible, try not to compare or look down upon your collection of coins as best you can. Only saying this, as a book I’ve been reading brings up comparisons and how unhealthy and often unrealistic or unfair comparisons can be. We all travel a different path, with different variables as well as different time frames. Additionally, one doesn’t have to look very far, to read about the negative affects, comparison can lead to. The mental health consequences created by the habit of comparison can exact a toll on our overall mental health unfortunately. The comparison habit may or… Read more »
Cali,
Hear, hear! I applaud your attitude, and your support of all of us here on this site for an exceptionally well-balanced view of our mutual hobby!
Wisdom from Cali! We all appreciate your thoughts and encouragement.
I grew up in the 50s &early 60s in Ohio. We were poor, but I never knew it!!! I had a rich, full, and enjoyable youth – especially appreciated when I see what my grandchildren have to deal with!
Who knows – that may be a truth that every generation feels.
Regardless, being satisfied with what you have is a tough life lesson for many (so long as hunger and abuse are absent from the environment.)
Thanks for the life lesson reminders, Cali.
Go ahead. Make my day.
We’ll see how long this one lasts.
Cheers
Unbelievably Beautiful Flowing Hair.
… and the puppies!
Jen Jen again….
https://www.etsy.com/listing/1571980757/jennifer-aniston-signed-8×10-photo
The ads have improved greatly.
Nice, but I think this example might be artificially enhanced, and therefore ‘body bagged’, though I wouldn’t mind having it in my collection.
Body bagged or not, I’d be willing to re-submit for a restoration. Check that, there’s not much room for improvement. Keeper sleeper and genuine in the High Relief department!
E1, “Apparently, Dell had a set of Proof Barber Halves.” I think Mr Hansen still has them according to the above article? Wow either way! “This display will include the Hansen Barber Half Dollars Collection from 1892 to 1915, the all-time finest set of its kind.” I’ll tell you what, Tampa would be such a great coin show to visit and see all of his, and all the other famous coins on display, amazing! Interesting that just a few weeks ago people were cutting Hansen down for crossing his collection over to CAC Grading. I give him the ultimate kudos… Read more »
Rick,
The sale may have already started……
https://www.ebay.com/itm/175872485483
Warning: Baked beans and public transit may result after buying this coin or others like it. Been there, done that.
Peace Out
Also, the “Seller’s Other Items” are worth an additional look too.
E1,
Very interesting toning and very few problems, hence the grade. Great coin. Get ready to see a lot more CACG classics entering the Rarities marketplace.
The sellers other items, they are some serious rare coin people–Oh man. No deals for those Barber halves at the moment. I’m already on a cornbread & beans diet so I can keep those Kennedy’s going!
Here’s a $4 Gold Stella they have for sale below. Only 35 coins struck and 2 in this grade –just for you John Q….
https://www.ebay.com/itm/204845034348
Kaiser I thought it was my turn to provide an oxymoron to reveal my linguistically limited vocabulary, no?
Rick,
Yup, they have some serious game. A numismatic candy store.
https://www.ebay.com/str/rarecoinwholesalers
After looking through all of their inventory, I asked myself “Where did I go wrong?” They are family owned and their expertise must be multi-generational. I guess that is what it takes to get to the top in this industry.
BTW, nice Stella. I saw 4 of them Live in PCGS PR65 in or about 1995. They have gone up massively in price since then. I missed the boat on those. I haven’t seen one since.
Later
Kaiser,
Yup, nothing but candy.
E1, I’m looking around(no rush)for one of these Kennedy Proofs linked below, but 6-7k is a lot of moolah. Even the CAM’s aren’t cheap! I don’t really want one lower graded than an Accented Hair PF68CAM. A 69CAM is fantastic and probably more$, but the DCAM’s are sick! Some cherry-picking and patient shopping is in order I’m sure, any other advice?.. I’m thinking of trading in something to help fund the Kennedy. Like one of these in the photo? I’m not too keen on trading a Gold coin for Silver..(AKBob would yell at me!).. we’ll see, just looking at options.… Read more »
Rick,
That AH 68 DCAM is a tough coin. Back in the day when I was buying the AHs, I was only able to afford a PR-68 and a PR-67 Cameo. I would love to trade those up for a 68 DCAM. But those two goldies you have there would be hard to part with IMO. You might be better off trading up Gold 4 Gold at some later point. But those are two coins are mighty impressive. Maybe, keep one and sell the other?
Cheers
Thanks, it would be only one of those.
I’ll wait, it’s too early to know what they’re going to do in the market. I need to take a look at some other stuff that’s available. It’s hard to give up something to trade, and I don’t want to dig into pockets, there not that deep! But the DCAM is so nice, and if the ideal coin comes along, well,
Decisions.. Patience……
I submitted these to NGC back in the day. They’re baked into the cake now. I don’t think I will be making any future updates though. But still, some pretty decent specimens.
And the last of them. That was the best I could do back in the day. Much better specimens have risen to the market’s surface since the 1990s. I hope you enjoyed the show Rick.
Later
High Quality Proof examples, every one of them.
The SMS Cameo & DCAM coins are about as close as an MS coin can get to being Proof, they pretty much are.
I always enjoy the show bro.
The Accent Hair variety is on the bucket list!
Thanks for the site E1. Now I know where I can unload any excess $$$ I have, and quickly!
Kaiser,
Not those Nigerian Princes again! They always seem to need more money.
Back up the truck!
“How best can I fit myself into the coin buying landscape?”
Well, you can always hang out here with me in the cheap seats Kaiser.
Actually, we’re in the bleachers. Bring your shades.
E 1, OMG!! That’s an impressive coin there AND his other coins are out of this world! Love being able to see such examples, in high grades from so long ago! Thankfully, there were collectors that preserved these specimens!! Thank you so much for sharing this! Who couldn’t appreciate these? 😮
You’re welcome AKBob. Definitely some eye poppers there. Total eye candy. Maybe some of the coins we put back today will be in the same boat 100 years from now.
Cheers
Gentlemen,
Aren’t those two beauties out of the “Enhanced but probably well circulated” sets? 🙂
DaveSWFL, I’d briefly contemplated trying to fashion an amusing coin tie in with the “pair”, however you nailed it and had a spot on reply! Thanks for the chuckle!
Possibly enhanced, but very circular.
2024 Uncirculated Coin Sets, have maintained their $29/set price and the subscriptions have begun the charging and shipping process.(8/23) Also, the subscriptions have rolled over to 2025, in regards to the “Next product in subscription”. So, no price increase in the Federal Register, as of yet. I expect a price raise in 2025 and if not, for sure in 2026. For just $29 vs $35, one can fabricate up to, 20 Christmas ornaments from 1 Uncirculated Coin Set! LOL Or you could let the Mint or it’s vendor, “whup” one up for you at $35 a pop! As I’ve mentioned… Read more »
From the devil’s mouth:
“United States Mint uncirculated coins are struck on special presses using greater force than circulating coins, producing a sharp, intricately detailed image.”
Uncirculated Coin Set 2020 | US Mint
Interestingly, the Mint dropped this sentence starting with the 2021 Uncirculated set.
It would be nice if Ventris would confirm the continuation of the process Major D brought up.
Actually, an article explaining ALL the processing differences between circulating coins and mint and proof sets would be greatly appreciated.
Also, it should be standard procedure for the mint to announce ANY changes made in the production process for ALL products.
DaveSWFL, that would be great to see and know. I used the term “devil” very tongue-in-cheek, but there does seem to be a lot of distrust and suspicion of deceitful practices when it comes to the Mint- so some truthful transparency and in-depth independent reporting would be welcome.
Thanks Major D, I knew and hoped you would find something to prove me wrong with my take on these mint set coins. Or am I? If you have the 2020 set perhaps an in hand comparison with a ’23 set looking for sharp vs weak vs finish in the strike if possible? I’m curious if they have continued these “intricately detailed” strikes for the new sets, or dumped the claimed process along with the descriptive sentence noted above. If the sets have a “special strike” for 2020 and earlier, then the Special Strike recognition is warranted for the TPG’s(oh… Read more »
Rick, it’s there in the 2019 Uncirculated Set description as well:
Uncirculated Coin Set 2019 | US Mint
and 2018, too:
Uncirculated Coin Set 2018 | US Mint
Incidentally, it was quite by accident that I stumbled onto this, as I wasn’t specifically looking for the strike.
And lastly, also in the 2017 description (the last year in which I could look up):
Uncirculated Coin Set 2017 | US Mint
I hadn’t noticed until you pointed it out. Funny how the mind “reads” it and unconsciously self corrects.
Kaiser, I’d say your credibility is unwavering at AAA. No need to worry there!
Check out the description of the minting process as described for the 2025 sets….
They do appear to be special.
For the 2025 Uncirculated sets
That’s a good find, Tony@GA. Uncirculated Coin Set Subscription | US Mint
It’s interesting that it appears on the subscriptions page, but not on the catalog page description for each set, 24RJ, 23RJ, 22RJ and 21RJ (unless I missed seeing it).
This is good news that I was wrong and interesting news Major, Kaiser, and Tony. Thanks. So the circulation quality rolls, bags, and 1 ton pallets are the same planchet provided, but a weaker, less detailed strike is what I gather? If this is not a distinction that the TPG’s recognize when grading the UNC set coins vs the bagged coins, it needs to be? A Major D ‘in hand’ study of a “circulation strike” coin(roll or bag)vs an “UNC set” coin is in order? I’m being sincere and am very curious. Can you conduct such a study Major? Thanks.… Read more »
Congratulations! Those nickels individually may just be worth more than the entire set someday, maybe more? No joke.
Same with the Kennedy 50C that E1 plucks from the set for his UNC Album…
E1?
Rick, That’s how I been doing it for the last 20 years. Almost all of the Kennedys in my Dansco are from mint sets. I believe they are struck much better than the Kennedys issued in the bank rolls, mint wrapped rolls, and the mint bags. Additionally, I think the planchets are of better quality too. . The 2005-2010 mint sets were prepared as Matte and called out as SMS by the TPGs. With their matte finish they are obviously different than the coins issued for commerce and the mintages are lower. I am surprised they haven’t gained traction with… Read more »
Thanks E1, This is what I like, some education from a hands-on seasoned collector. That makes the most of sense for the Albums, buying just what you need separately in the blisters. It’s curious that there was a change in finish to SMS matte 2005-10. and not so today? Still yet, if these ‘higher end’ UNC set coins are easily distinguished from grocery store coins as you say, you would think the TPG’s would continue to make the SMS UNC distinction as well? Or do they? I’m out of the loop on unc/business strike coins with the exception of the… Read more »
Rick,
On the subject of the TPGs making a special distinction for certain attributes……..
I have always felt that the TPGs should make a special distinction for Walking Liberty Half Dollars with a Full Hand (FH). Very similar to the Mercury Dime’s Full Split Bands (FB), the Franklin Half’s Full Bell Lines (FBL), the Standing Liberty Quarter’s Full Head (FH), and the Jefferson Nickel’s Full Steps (FS).
Rick,
I don’t know about the “SMS UNC distinction” for these newer glossy higher quality “US Mint Uncirculated Set” coins. But, the “PL” designation is certainty in order for the better quality specimens. JMHO Braaa.
Later
That would be ok, especially for the TPG’s but not so much for the OGP faithful, talk about a plastic wasteland lol. The TPG’s do the PL on the 1C, just not much. A couple of them from PCGS in the 90’s, and of course NGC with the 2019-W 1C PL, but maybe I missed some out there? https://www.ebay.com/itm/305684625329 But with full boxes of PL 1C that I’ve seen(subjective) in hand, I don’t know? I’d like to see a comparison either in hand or on line with an unc mint set 1C and a Loomis 1C to see if there’s… Read more »
Rick, I’m afraid I’m not very well suited to do such a study. I’ve kept all of my uncirculated sets intact still in OPG and the loose uncirculated coins that I have are not very good quality. I do wonder though how the TPG would ascertain whether it was from a set or a bank roll? The 2005-2010 with the satin finishes would be easier to tell apart. Otherwise, doing the blind “taste test” so to speak, when side-by-side how easy is it to pick a special strike vs. a really good business strike?
No big deal Major,
Is it possible that you could take a look at one of your pre – ’24 UNC sets(if opened up?)and see if there’s a difference in ‘depth of strike’ and/or finish surfaces compared to a fresh looking coin from the bank or store?
Anyway thanks for the investigative work!
PS: The last UNC set(s) that I picked up were the 2009’s, so it’s been awhile for me…
Looks good from here lol(the $.02 in blue are from the other mint-toned copper)….
Nice coins in those 2009 sets! I really like the satin finishes, and those 95% coppers (Lincoln bicentennial 1c).
Unfortunately, I don’t have any uncirculated sets opened up to take good pictures of, to contrast with the “every-day” uncirculated varieties.
Rick, I saw your 2014-D Kennedy SP69 (awaiting approval). I thought the 2-coin Anniversary set was High Relief, but I don’t see it in the package specs, or on your slab. They look high relief to me. Do you know this to be the case? Nice looking coins.
Yes High Relief, as E1 pointed out many months ago when explaining his preferred list. They continued the high reliefs with the Silver coins after the 2014 UNC Sets?
If I’m not mistaken, there’s more than that set you have pasted?
1) There’s the “Business Strike” set.
2) And the “Special Strike” UNC HR set? Mine is from the SP UNC HR Set.
*But I could be way off base?
E1, I’m going to need your help and expertise with the “50th” Kennedy coin facts!?…..
The obverse. After having it restored, the coin looks PL and it’s one of my favorite Kennedy coins (nice clad!). They’re known for water spotting and very few get the top grades…
Jaime Hernandez: “In 2014 the U.S. Mint celebrated the 50th Anniversary of the Kennedy Half Dollar. The Mint also sold several limited sets which contained special Kennedy Half Dollars including a Gold Kennedy Half Dollar. Coins in the different sets were attributed by PCGS indicating what set they came from. Most coins in the sets were struck very well. This included the 2014-D Silver 50th Anniversary Half Dollars as most examples graded at about MS68-MS70 condition.” And my SP69 “P” coin above, fingerprint and all on the back(the coin is being restored for it as we speak fyi). I think… Read more »
Rick, I found this in the CoinNews archive: 2014 50th Anniversary Kennedy Half-Dollar Product Options | CoinNews
Three products featuring 7 coins- “all seven 50th anniversary coins feature a higher relief”:
Four-coin Silver Set
Two-Coin Clad Set
Individual 24-karat Gold Coin
Sounds good Rick and your UNCs turned out great! Major D, if you will allow me to add further…. . The Kennedy business struck coins remained flat up until and including 2014 (P&D). However, in 2014, the US Mint produced a special 50th Anniversary High Relief Unc Set (mintage 199K). These special Unc Set coins have deep dished mirrored fields and exhibit proof like characteristics. . In 2015, the US Mint adopted the High Relief design on all P&D business struck Kennedys going forward. If you purchase a US Mint set from 2015 thru 2023, it will include the high-quality… Read more »
In 2015, the US Mint began striking all proof Kennedy half dollars, clad & silver, with the high relief design. In addition, the 2014 Proof Gold Kennedy (mintage 64K) was struck with the high relief design.
Don’t forget the 50th Anniversary Silver Set. It is hard to believe it has been 10 years since then. It was a great year.
Later
Thanks everyone, 2014 was busy for the Kennedy at the Mint!
I was out of the loop that year being so busy, not one coin from the Mint, but I’m making up for it this year..
No Gold Kennedy–yet, it’s on the list!
Another favorite below, and proud that they have my coin first on the DMPL page!
You can see the difference right there between the ’16 and the ’14. That ‘bowl’ that you’ve mentioned before is noticeable!
Out ..
I don’t think that they make the distinction other than the obvious ones with the Special Finishes(SP)of years past(’64-67), (’05-10), (2017). If the UNC mint set coins are markedly superior than the BU Loomis coins(of which I said no, E1 & Mint said yes), then I would like to see it distinguished in the TPG’S. For example a Nickel; 1) 2005-P 5C SP67(Satin Finish)Bison 2) 2005-P 5C SP67(UNC Set)Bison 3) 2005-P 5C MS67(BU)Bison… But, you know what that means — MORE SLABS! They do #1 and 3 currently, but no distinction for my proposed UNC set #2. Interestingly enough, the… Read more »
If I were to own only “5” certified rare coins, what would they be?
1909-S VDB Lincoln Cent in MS63/64/65 RD or RB.
1955 Double Die Lincoln Cent in AU 58 or better in RB or BN.
1916-D Mercury Dime in MS63 or higher.
1916 P Type 1 Standing Liberty Quarter in MS63 FH or higher.
1937-D Three-Legged Buffalo Nickel in MS63 or higher.
What “5” coins would you choose?
E1, all excellent choices which I would be happy to have. For sake of offering a different set of five coins I propose the following.
1915s $50 Pan Pac (round or octagonal)
1836 Gobrecht dollar
1907 high relief St. Gaudens
1876cc twenty cent coin
1861o confederate half dollar.
East Coast,
I know those coins. A superb set of choices. You are a genuine Coin Guru.
Thank you for sharing.
Cheers
$50 million for 5 coins ought to do it.
Major league picks Major D. I am a fan of the 1907 Gaudens High Relief myself.
Thank you for sharing.
Cheers
Yes, it’s the adage of buy low/ sell high. Same with stocks and real estate. Timing is Everything!
Excellent choices gentleman! If I were “forced”/could afford, to only be able to “own” 5 certified rare coins, my choices would be the 1889 CC Morgan $1 Dollar, MS68 Eliasberg/Jack Lee, 1 in this grade. $1,000,000 1893 S Morgan $1 Dollar, MS67 Cornelius Vermeule/Jack Lee collection. $2,250,000+ 1915 S Pan Pacific Octagonal $50, MS66+ 1of1 in this grade. $350,000 1929 (P) Indian Head Half Eagle $5, MS65 14 in this grade $112,500 1933 St Gaudens Double Eagle $20, MS65 “Only 1” that’s legal to own is the King Farouk specimen. $22,500,000 Just think of what a bargain this would be… Read more »
Since we’re on the subject of lists, I’ve been working on a list of US Mint Reverse Proof coins and medals from 2006 (first of its kind) to today; and a list of Enhanced Uncirculated from 2013 (first of its kind) to today. I’d appreciate any corrections and/or additions you may have. Thanks in advance. LIST of US MINT REVERSE PROOF COINS American Gold Eagle: 2006-W $50 1-Oz Gold American Buffalo: 2013-W $50 1-Oz American Platinum Eagle: 2007-W $50 Half-Oz American Palladium Eagle: 2019-W and 2022-W $25 1-Oz American Silver Eagle: 2006-P, 2011-P, 2012-S, 2013-W, 2019-S Enhanced Rev Proof, 2019-W… Read more »
Major D, your comment got the juices flowing! LOL A couple of items of note came up whilst checking out your list, which BTW thanks for sharing your list! One note was regarding the 2019 S Kennedy you listed. Just, a little more information about this particular coin. This coin came from the “Apollo 11 50th Anniversary 2019 Proof Half Dollar Set”. The Kennedy Half included in this set is an Enhanced reverse proof. I only mention, as you noted this as part of or in your list for “Enhanced Uncirculated” coins, in addition to the list of reverse proofs… Read more »
CaliSkier, thanks for checking. Good catch on the EU List error showing the 2019-S Kennedy- there was only the enhanced reverse proof, no enhanced uncirculated. Regarding the 2020 BB clad half EU, I think 22K is a low number made, but perhaps many don’t know about it? Or there just isn’t a whole lot of interest in commemoratives hence the low resale numbers.
Cali,
Maybe this can help with your questions on the 2019-S Kennedys.
Wow, Whoa, uhh….er’.. Dang, E1! Nice work, great collecting, and such a cool grouping of coins. Thanks for sharing all the pics on this thread of your Kennedy Half collection! When I started collecting for myself, back in 2008, I had started wanting to collect slabs, thinking how cool it would be to have complete collections in, PCGS PF/MS 70, of a few modern sets. The Kennedy half, Statehood and America the Beautiful quarters in their silver and clad PF formats. Kind of ended before I got in too deep, p/u only a handful. Price being the main reason for… Read more »
Cali,
Brick by brick. Just a couple each year. One year after another. Year after year. Decade after decade. In the end, when you’re an old fudder like me, you should have something significant that doesn’t require a boating trip. Hold, hold, hold and never let go unless it has spots. Keep things orderly and stick to the copper, silver, and gold.
Peace Out
I’ve done that with the Silver Proof ATB Quarters (a slab set), except I haven’t finished it–still! The last 2-3 years is what I have left. It might look good in the ‘E1 slab case’ when complete, instead of packed away in a box lol. Santa might stop by this year with a couple of cases!? Keep it going Cali, whatever you choose to collect, a set of some sort will be rewarding when complete no matter how long it may take(sounds like you have many UNC sets, and also some spouses & random coins like me?). Nothing is complete… Read more »
Rick,
Yes, the eight above are in a case. Now picture all of your high end Gem Morgans in a case. I might suggest the black one. The silver should contrast well against the black. Great 1903-O! The old lady is on my case right now about my keyboard hours. NVDA reports after the close tomorrow (Wed 8/28) – a pivotal day for the markets on Thursday morning. Got to go.
All good bro.
Cheers
The black case it is, I’m committed and thanks for the visual inspiration-it helped!
The market’s are abuzz and will continue, cag will parse so you won’t have to ..
Tell her it’s Kaisers fault for the keyboard time!
How about an OGP ’21-D for good measure…Out.
I thought I’d get caught!
Wouldn’t it be funny if those original Coca-Cola caps are actually a thing of greater value in a 100-years?
All this talk of EU, RP, and HR coins from the “good old days” of the modern U.S. Mint offerings got me reminiscing about times when I WANTED to buy from them and spent untold thousands of dollars with them annually.
So sad that nowadays my only purchase is the annual uncirculated set! I find little that I WANT to buy and when I do, I just can’t justify the premiums!
When I started buying “older” US Mint coin sets in earnest three years ago (in 2021) I compared dealer pricing, ending up choosing APMEX as a good barometer 1) because they had everything to look up, and 2) because they seemed to be middle-of-the-road in terms of pricing- with Littleton being among the highest and Ebay auction deals (when you can get them) as the lowest. So, I thought 3 years would be a good period to look at how APMEX prices compare today vs. 2021. I looked at years 1963-2021 for Mint Sets, 1954-2021 for Proof Sets, and 1992-2021… Read more »
This is why when silver is “cheap”, there is real opportunity to grab silver proof sets at or very near spot pricing on eBay. When spot goes up, these sets go up. Very infrequently I have been able to snag some sets at below spot. When I do, I always break the quarters and Kennedy half out to weigh them to be sure they haven’t just been dipped. Surprisingly, I have never found a fake silver coin from a silver proof set form eBay!
DaveSWFL, I’ve never had anything but silver in the silver sets I’ve bought from eBay as well. But the point I was making is that when spot goes up, the silver sets do not necessarily follow. Spot was around $24 back in Oct 2021. Now it’s close to $30, yet the 2001, 2002, 2004, 2005, 2006 silver sets did not go up $8 (1.338 troy oz x $6 spot increase) from the 2021 pricing. Instead, they either stayed the same or went down in price. Perhaps this is just a peculiarity with APMEX.
DaveSWFL, it is gratifying to buy at or below spot + face value. I’ve been fortunate to do that on occasion.
Kaiser, it is definitely a static market. I’m coming to realize more and more that much of the “dealing” in coins is between dealers. As I’ve said before, the last of us old-fart collectors left alive will have to buy up all of the coins or else there will be nobody to sell to.