Coppers Posted November 6, 2009 Posted November 6, 2009 Quite a few proofs of record in the upcoming Heritage Auction...Link Quote
1949threepence Posted November 6, 2009 Posted November 6, 2009 Quite a few proofs of record in the upcoming Heritage Auction...LinkFew too many proofs for my liking, but in mitigation, I love this 1919H penny on page 2. Quote
Rob Posted November 6, 2009 Posted November 6, 2009 Quite a few proofs of record in the upcoming Heritage Auction...LinkFew too many proofs for my liking, but in mitigation, I love this 1919H penny on page 2.The sales blurb associated with the lot is a bit economical. It suggests that people have difficulty grading coins that aren't mint red and that the slabbed grade should give added confidence for bidders. What it doesn't mention is that a penny with wear to Britannia's fingers isn't uncirculated, shouldn't be called mint state, and shouldn't be graded 64. There also appears to be some trace of rubbing to the portrait. I am sure it will do well. Quote
Peter Posted November 6, 2009 Posted November 6, 2009 Quite a few proofs of record in the upcoming Heritage Auction...LinkFew too many proofs for my liking, but in mitigation, I love this 1919H penny on page 2.The sales blurb associated with the lot is a bit economical. It suggests that people have difficulty grading coins that aren't mint red and that the slabbed grade should give added confidence for bidders. What it doesn't mention is that a penny with wear to Britannia's fingers isn't uncirculated, shouldn't be called mint state, and shouldn't be graded 64. There also appears to be some trace of rubbing to the portrait. I am sure it will do well. A beautiful example and whether graded MS64 or more probably CGS AU78 it would be welcome in my collection. Quote
Peckris Posted November 6, 2009 Posted November 6, 2009 Quite a few proofs of record in the upcoming Heritage Auction...LinkFew too many proofs for my liking, but in mitigation, I love this 1919H penny on page 2.That is SO nice. Unlike my EF example which has the oft-encountered 'Heaton blurred head' with virtually no hair detail, that is a STRONG portrait. I'd love it. Quote
VickySilver Posted November 6, 2009 Posted November 6, 2009 I agree with a conglomerate of the above. It is a much better than average strike but has seen some wear. KG's temporal area is one as are some of Britannia's details. Mine too is an EF with sl. muddy details and not that pleasant toning, so this would be marginally better. I like a nice "H" better than the KNs, as strange as that may seem as they seem harder to locate & more of a challenge. Quote
1949threepence Posted November 6, 2009 Posted November 6, 2009 (edited) A beautiful example and whether graded MS64 or more probably CGS AU78 it would be welcome in my collection.That is SO nice. Unlike my EF example which has the oft-encountered 'Heaton blurred head' with virtually no hair detail, that is a STRONG portrait. I'd love it.I agree with a conglomerate of the above. It is a much better than average strike but has seen some wear. KG's temporal area is one as are some of Britannia's details. Mine too is an EF with sl. muddy details and not that pleasant toning, so this would be marginally better. I like a nice "H" better than the KNs, as strange as that may seem as they seem harder to locate & more of a challenge.Irrespective of the precise grading, I just like the coin. They're not offered at that grade every 5 minutes, and it's got a very pleasing and attractive appearance. I'm strongly tempted to have a punt. Edited November 6, 2009 by 1949threepence Quote
Peter Posted November 7, 2009 Posted November 7, 2009 I won't be bidding as I have overspent big time this year....although Mrs Peter realises everything I buy is "probably" an investment...at least its not all up against the wall. Quote
Coppers Posted November 7, 2009 Author Posted November 7, 2009 I won't be bidding as I have overspent big time this year....although Mrs Peter realises everything I buy is "probably" an investment...at least its not all up against the wall. You're in luck Peter as the auction isn't until next year. Lots of interesting coins in this auction, but like you I'll probably not be doing any bidding. Quote
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