Paulus

Yes, I've bought one coin from Michael, and I was very pleased with it, as well as the excellent service and attention to detail he provided. I'd also recommend Colin Cooke (Neil Paisley runs the concern now) Their prices are very reasonable. Also a guy called Richard Groves who is based in Scotland. He sold me a fantastic BU shilling for an absolute bargain price about 3 years back. Not to mention, of course, the excellent dealers on this site !!! Indeed, our very own Red Riley (Derek) of Penny Crown Coins has a 1902 GEF florin for £70 ~ reduced from £80 here Does Richard Groves have a website?

The 1663 shilling I asked for opinions on the other day was Michael Gouby, he seems to grade and price fairly to me. I have also been slightly unimpressed with Ringram coins on the same criteria. I quite like the Coin Cellar ... and of course our Rob and Chris! That's all the dealers I have used so far (I think), except those that sold to me via flea bay.

Nice one Debbie, and of course aUNC - absolutely Unconvincing GF - Goddam Frightful FDC - Fairly Decent Coin

I personally prefer this one, depending on what it sells for: http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Edward-V11-One-Florin-Two-Shilling-Coin-1902-UNC-/320901316261?pt=UK_Coins_BritishMilled_RL&hash=item4ab7357ea5#ht_500wt_1413 Beauty is in the eye of the beholder I know, the BIN one you have posted looks cleaned ans not quite as tasty to me!

I am after your expert opinions again, I am considering buying this (from a dealer). What do you think of grade, and is 215 GBP a fair price? Thanks for any help

What is this and why the high price, any ideas? I thought it was a bulk standard SSC shilling in fine ... http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/270968440591?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1423.l2648#ht_500wt_1413

I had the misfortune to purchase two forgeries in January this year, the only two as far as I am aware, please don't assume that all my purchases are dodgy, this one was from a very reputable dealer!! But if you are asking I will have the crispy duck

That's just cruel, Peter. Nice 1904 florin, Paulus. Thanks Nick and Dave, and to Peter, anyone else want to make a stab at a grade? Very well struck.I couldn't give it UNC because it has dipped its toe in early 20C life....but it would get ef+ money. Paulus if you want to sell forget those 40x face adverts for pre 1920 there is a man here offering 50x That would be a fiver then, I would, but I have only just bought it and need to recoup the p&p!

Opinions welcome as ever

That's just cruel, Peter. Nice 1904 florin, Paulus. Thanks Nick and Dave, and to Peter, anyone else want to make a stab at a grade?

I trust you are teasing me!?

Anyone fancy this one, Richard??

Just upgraded my GF to this, not seen better so very happy!

have you ever played the part of a policeman in "allo allo"...????............... RATFLU!!

That's what I thought .... It was graded as a forgery by CGS and I am awaiting a refund, fingers crossed! At least now you have peace of mind, see how this forum works. And now you have the stisfaction of going back to the seller AND auction house and kicking some arse.....Good result for you and those who actually spotted it. Well done the forum. If in doubt, it always pays to ask questions first rather than lose later....Well done people. Absolutely, not quite a result yet though and it has gone strangely quiet! I was going to wait until refunded before announcing it ...

That's what I thought .... It was graded as a forgery by CGS and I am awaiting a refund, fingers crossed!

How does this one look to you all? http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/261009115957?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1423.l2648#ht_500wt_1413

Almost very fine. Apparently. http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/KING-GEORGE-II-SILVER-SIXPENCE-aVF-/251046080778?pt=UK_Coins_BritishMilled_RL&hash=item3a7383310a#ht_500wt_1413

Perfect, thanks Debbie

A model of a Cromwell halfcrown surely ? How else could it be so much smaller than a bronze penny? That'll be because the bronze penny (as featured on the front cover of the Spink 2012 catalogue) is greater than life size. Ah! As a non-owner of the latest Spink it would explain why I didn't spot it as a picture. Also, it's unusual for Spink to feature more than one coin on the cover. Are there any doubts as to its authenticity from the pic, and if not what's a good price do people think? Twice bitten! Paulus at risk of causing offence to you and many others can I just point out (again) that there is life outside ebay. Try a genuine dealer or an auction house and at least you will have some form of assurance that all is well (and no I don't have a Cromwell halfcrown for sale). I have no reason to doubt that the coin is genuine or that the sale is also genuine but I would just like to draw your attention to the fact that it is on a private listing, which leaves you wide open to shill bidding. Good luck. Absolutely no offence taken and I won't be bidding, it is already too rich for me! As I understand it, shill bidding will only catch you out if you end up paying more than you originally intended, or more than it is really worth, have I got that right? Far from an expert on these matters and value your input as always!

A model of a Cromwell halfcrown surely ? How else could it be so much smaller than a bronze penny? That'll be because the bronze penny (as featured on the front cover of the Spink 2012 catalogue) is greater than life size. Ah! As a non-owner of the latest Spink it would explain why I didn't spot it as a picture. Also, it's unusual for Spink to feature more than one coin on the cover. Are there any doubts as to its authenticity from the pic, and if not what's a good price do people think? Twice bitten!

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/300700398273?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1423.l2648#ht_500wt_1413

I didn't imagine for a moment it could enhance your collection Peter! But if anyone is interested please PM me, else it will be eBayed along with my hammered coins over the next month or so

I got this from him in Feb, was delighted! I love the toning. So often BU's are spoilt by carbon spots. Well I am selling it now, need all the funds I can get to focus on milled silver, so offers welcome!!