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VickySilver

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  1. VickySilver
    Some of those 1st century Roman are just plain fantastic! Don't know about Motcomb - what was the focus of that collection, and what will be the sales venue Rob?
  2. VickySilver
    Yes, that one had better look improved with in-hand inspection. At times they are puzzlers for sure, and given that there are some superb specimens out there of this date and denomination would be a "hard pass" as they say these days...
  3. VickySilver
    Weigh the 6d please.
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    Crypto

    VickySilver replied to azda's topic in Free for all

    Well, I just don't essentially trust Bitcoin or the other [IMHO] knockoffs as their basis for value seems questionable at best. That having been said, I suppose if you get in and out on a gamble you might make out. Just not for me, but more power (and prayer) to those that do.
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    Good pickup and always happy to see continued interest in the silver coinages! Diameters, sad to say, had escaped my notice other than the "Godless" florin did appear a bit smaller...
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    I will say that sometimes there is a loss of lustre. One method that works well also is the ammonia diluted with no dye. I have used it many silver and one of the very best for nickel or copper nickel coins....
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    Significantly MORE than I recently paid for an actual Record Proof 1958 halfcrown - I do see these coins as possibly worthy of a premium but as per above I can see maybe 250 for the 3d. I recall a 1946 Record Proof 3d going for about 600 pounds, but that was ~5 yrs ago. Also, on Heritage not long ago they sold a set of the three 1953 coppers in proof in grades that were by recall Ultra Cameo 67 for about 700 USD. I don't don't who is buying these coins as even I pass on these.
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    Hmmm, I would def. avoid ammonia on copper or copper alloy.
  9. VickySilver
    We call it "rubbing alcohol" (not suitable for drinking!) over on this side of the Pond. A decent solvent and one of the choices. I have really come along to liking ammonia with no dyes, etc. for copper nickel or even silver in its alloys and even gold - not that implying this choice is encycopaedic but only amongst the possibilities..
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    Yes, I have noticed this too and can catch you out with late night bidding, or if after a beverage or two....I sometimes lose the connection on the "refresh" though....
  11. VickySilver
    Yes, although the tricky side is the obverse. Don't get me started on the "H"s!
  12. VickySilver
    Wow, Richard, exceptional coin there for the comparo - can we see a quick shot of the obverse?
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    I agree, very impressive. Now if they could only pull of a '19H, I might be a buyer at Ali Baba prices! Oops, shouldn't have let that out....I am always unhappy with the 19H's... The obverse looks almost of the '26ME quality & treatment of hair detail....
  14. VickySilver
    That coin almost looks to be of electrum composition??
  15. VickySilver
    Should have redacted the addressee!
  16. VickySilver
    Finally the Royal Mint responded:
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    I second that. However, I have not concentrated on farthings despite having a couple (or two)...
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  19. VickySilver
    Very bad iPhone picture through TPG perspex
  20. VickySilver
    Ah, in hand and really nice coin. Will try to share pictures later today....Now where the heck is the '59 proof?
  21. VickySilver
    Still no delivery & suspect customs which occasionally happens.
  22. VickySilver
    I have been happy with Coinery auctions but have only won a coin or two from them. I like their business model, but am limited by the offerings not being in my area. I recently made a substantial purchase at one of the major London auctions by a recognized firm - also unnamed - and paid about 30% in commission and fees which really substantially raised the price on a fairly expensive item. If I didn't "need" this piece I would have factored these costs and NOT bought the coin....
  23. VickySilver
    Thanks. I really stretched the budget for that one.
  24. VickySilver
    How about the 1945 proof brass 3d? I think went for 2400 or so? This is a VERY rare coin that I have not seen before. The 1955 halfcrown in proof very nice and think I know where it went...LOL.
  25. VickySilver
    Well, they finally took receipt of the coin on 17 Sept. and said 6-8 weeks - now 47 days. But who is counting?
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