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Peck only lists two varieties of 1807 penny; currency and proof, with the proof being a later re-strike from a rusted die. I have an example of each and wasn't really looking further, until I found the coin below. The clear differences in the ship and the olive branch, from either of the other examples has caused me to wonder whether anyone has looked in more detail at the various dies used for this date?
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Ernest Bramah - English Regal Copper Coins
Accumulator posted a topic in British Coin Related Discussions & Enquiries
A copy of this sold on eBay today. I missed out yet again, by bidding too low then not being around at the auction end. If anyone has a spare copy for sale, let me know? -
Rare Edward VII penny varieties
Accumulator posted a topic in British Coin Related Discussions & Enquiries
I've noticed an upward trend in prices for the rarer Edward VII penny varieties, usually in no better than F. Here are a couple of examples: A 1909 2+E F169 in the forthcoming London Coins auction estimate £750-£1250 A 1908 1* + C F164A on eBay at £1,100 Open 3's in F are £60+, 1902 high tide's are getting pricier in top condition and all the other 1908 die pairings can be hard to find. On top of this, the mid-reign dates with good strikes are particularly challenging. Lot's to keep the collector busy, but Peckris will shortly arrive to say that the two 1905 varieties are the most boring ever! -
I wouldn't normally advertise on this site, but I'm getting rid of various 'penny collector' related items and I'd rather they went to a good home. I've listed them on eBay today, as two separate lots; books (including Peck, Freeman, Gouby, Bramah etc.) and also catalogues (Freeman, Norweb, Bamford, Adams etc.). I would consider all of these essential for any serious penny collector. Links are here: books & catalogues I also have various penny-related Quadrum capsule items and storage boxes if anyone is interested in these? Steve
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Despite having sold much of my penny collection, I still have a few interesting coins. I intend to go through them over the next couple of weeks and list on eBay, as I'm keen to move them on. I don't really want to use this forum for free advertising but penny collectors may appreciate a couple of links: 1856 Plain Trident 1848
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Pennies - Heads Up
Accumulator replied to Accumulator's topic in British Coin Related Discussions & Enquiries
Many thanks for pointing that out! I've deleted the auction with the wrong photos and will re-list. Regarding my own collecting, I've been spending time on family, business and other hobbies over the last couple of years, but will always have an interest in coins, even if no significant collection. Perhaps when I retire... -
The Copthorne collection of pennies
Accumulator replied to PWA 1967's topic in British Coin Related Discussions & Enquiries
Hi, Thank you for noticing this! I've taken a look and Neil appears to have used a photo of a coin I don't recognise. It's certainly not the Freeman 71 I have for sale! Also the photo of Lot 85 is terrible, with a large fingerprint and other marks which certainly aren't on the coin. I'll get Neil to look at these tomorrow and sort out the correct photos. -
The Copthorne collection of pennies
Accumulator replied to PWA 1967's topic in British Coin Related Discussions & Enquiries
FYI... I spoke with Neil at Colin Cooke's today and pointed out that some of the slabbed coins appear to show fingerprints. These are definitely not on the coins themselves and so he has promised to re-photograph (after wiping the slabs clean). Hopefully my own website photos bear this out. Also some of the model pennies are in perspex cases and these will be re-photographed too. -
The Copthorne collection of pennies
Accumulator replied to PWA 1967's topic in British Coin Related Discussions & Enquiries
Firstly, many thanks to Chris for letting me post details here. It feels more like letting my mates know, than out and out advertising, so I don't feel too guilty! I've now been advised of the following timetable: Tuesday 3rd May (probably late afternoon); the catalogue and full details will appear on the Colin Cooke website. The sale itself will run from 17-24th May. Steve -
The Copthorne collection of pennies
Accumulator replied to PWA 1967's topic in British Coin Related Discussions & Enquiries
Everything should be visible again now! Thank you for all your kind comments. -
The Copthorne collection of pennies
Accumulator replied to PWA 1967's topic in British Coin Related Discussions & Enquiries
I've had so many requests to make the collection visible through the website, so I'll do this as soon as I'm home again in an hour or so! -
The Copthorne collection of pennies
Accumulator replied to PWA 1967's topic in British Coin Related Discussions & Enquiries
Hi Guys, I was going to post in this forum once my collection appeared on the Colin Cooke website, but the rumour mill has prompted me to come out of hiding earlier! I've added text to the front page of my website (see signature link below) which explains the background to my decision but basically, as much as I have enjoyed every moment of assembling the collection, priorities in life can change. I will very much miss the vibrant penny collecting community and hope that any purchasers gain as much pleasure from owning these coins as I have over the years. If anyone has specific questions, please feel to post here or message me. I will check back from time to time to reply or answer any questions. All the best, Steve -
A very basic error by NGC
Accumulator posted a topic in British Coin Related Discussions & Enquiries
Plain trident? If TPG's can't get the basics right... and it doesn't get much more basic... then how are they going to build credibility? -
I'm fairly sure this advertised coin isn't an 1865/3. I believe the 5/3 should have the top bar of the overstruck 3 projecting to the left of the 5:
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Rashenley, I rarely find time to post these days but I do occasionally drop by to check what's happening. Seeing your collection and website stopped me in my tracks. Just fantastic! Also, clearly a work in progress so I can only imagine how it will develop given more time. I'm wondering whether we've met at auctions in the past, though I've not been to one for a year or more? At the moment business and family give little time (and finance) for hobbies, but i may well return to the fold in the future. You're certainly setting the standard to aim for when, and if, I do return!
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4054A 1926 Penny of highest rarity
Accumulator replied to Chris Perkins's topic in British Coin Related Discussions & Enquiries
Hi guys, and thanks to Coinery for the heads-up on this penny coming to auction. A really interesting and valuable contribution from Michael too! I've been very busy with my business for the past few months and been putting any spare cash into other areas. I do drop by and read this forum from time to time though. Although I've never really thought of my pennies as an 'investment', I do necessarily consider this aspect when spending significant sums on new acquisitions, especially with retirement maybe only 10-15 years away. I haven't checked recent auction results so wonder what the penny market has been doing of late, especially at the micro-variety level? If I felt more confident about market stability I might be willing to spend more on adding to my collection! -
Penny Collectors Who Are You All
Accumulator replied to pies's topic in British Coin Related Discussions & Enquiries
Yes, indeed. An altered date, just for fun. The other coins are genuine though! I have a few more to add but been rather busy of late. -
1862 Penny Varieties
Accumulator replied to DaveG38's topic in British Coin Related Discussions & Enquiries
Ok, Dave, you seem to have one of each variety. The gap at the top of the head is noticeably smaller in obverse 6, and the first T of BRITT is misaligned in obverse 2. The pairing 2 + G is rare, so hopefully you have a nice example? In the photos below Obverse 2 is on the left and 6 is on the right: -
Does this 1962 Penny have an ARABIC 1 ?
Accumulator replied to numismatist's topic in British Coin Related Discussions & Enquiries
depends whether it's incuse or raised - to my eyes it looked incuse at first but I admit it could be seen either way. I don't have the coin to hand but I'm fairly sure, from memory, that the 'Arabic' 1 is raised. -
Does this 1962 Penny have an ARABIC 1 ?
Accumulator replied to numismatist's topic in British Coin Related Discussions & Enquiries
Not quite the same, but I have this 1874 which is CGS certified as an inverted Arabic 1 over 1. Whether it's really that, or something entirely different, I don't know? The general consensus here is against it being an Arabic 1. Also, it's not clear what happened to the 4! -
Minnehaha (spelling?) was an American Indian character as I recall. the other is a well known rhyme used for choosing between two options. Not sure of the coin connection though, and certainly not laugh out loud as jokes!
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So after all that fuss and expense, approximately 2% of the UK's population voted for Scotland's independence.
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You mean the sole inhabitant of the isle of McTaggart didn't get out of bed and along to vote until 8.00pm?
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I watched a couple of pennies today, but wasn't completely enamoured so happy to let them pass. I won 3 lots at LC. Will be trying to follow all the usual auctions with interest! Numisbids.com is a useful site for the more 'obscure' European auctions.
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I bought an 1862 'small date' penny in the recent LC auction. The example was much better than the usual washer but does need a little treatment for a small patch of verd. It's currently sitting in olive oil, awaiting a delivery of verd-care. Anyway, I was looking at the digits used for the date. Gouby states that, "probably a halfpenny punch was used". Does anyone have an 1862 halfpenny for comparison? Below is a photo showing the normal penny and the smaller date, in similar condition.