copper123 Posted February 28, 2016 Posted February 28, 2016 I have a 1686 horrible grade but at least the dates clear Quote
Michael-Roo Posted February 28, 2016 Posted February 28, 2016 6 hours ago, copper123 said: I have a 1686 horrible grade but at least the dates clear Actually, that's quite good, the edge reading is sometimes lost as grades diminish. Another for the farthing thread from me: Here's a 1694 'no stop after Maria'. A scarce variety, and all the more so in grades above fine. 1 Quote
Michael-Roo Posted February 28, 2016 Posted February 28, 2016 20 hours ago, copper123 said: Wish I would look this good at 75 Or even at 77, perhaps? Quote
copper123 Posted February 29, 2016 Posted February 29, 2016 Look at this coin 1940 farthing - nothing rare there but in hand certainly it has the lovelest toneing I have ever seen lovely blues with a hint of lustre . Does anyone out there know why coins end up like this ?- it must be down to storage or something. I know they are all the rage in america and they have never really caught on here , but this coin might convert even me ! Quote
Michael-Roo Posted February 29, 2016 Posted February 29, 2016 Its all about the surface of the metal reacting with the atmosphere and, as you suggest, its immediate environment. Yes, I'm sure that one looks lovely in the hand. I can see hints of the blue you mention even in this scan. Quote
Nutsaboutcoins Posted February 29, 2016 Posted February 29, 2016 Quite a range of colours. Also, there seems to be a break in the zero, that should get the variety boys excited Ian.. Quote
Michael-Roo Posted February 29, 2016 Posted February 29, 2016 (edited) Here's another from me. 1700. Tiny S in Gvlielmvs and Tertivs. R over B in Tertivs. R over B and unbarred A's in Britannia. Edited February 29, 2016 by Michael-Roo Quote
scott Posted March 1, 2016 Posted March 1, 2016 I have a couple of 1721/0 myself. still after the . date one. 1696 with farthing Ns 7 over 6? and on the subject of 1721/0 here is a 1722/1 i have had a while Quote
Michael-Roo Posted March 1, 2016 Posted March 1, 2016 1722, 2 over 1. Nice. Very rare. Even the Colin Cooke collection only manages a (very debatable) VF. Quote
RLC35 Posted March 2, 2016 Posted March 2, 2016 5 hours ago, PWA 1967 said: Thats unusual Bob ,are they scarce ?. Pete, They are only slightly scarcer than the standard 1837, but both of the 1837 types together only have a combined mintage of 349,400, so neither are common. Quote
PWA 1967 Posted March 2, 2016 Posted March 2, 2016 Nice clear date and quite easy to spot in that condition. Thanks. Quote
Michael-Roo Posted March 8, 2016 Posted March 8, 2016 To continue the farthing theme: Here's a William and Mary farthing sized medalet in copper (1689?). Montagu No.15. The nicest of the two I have. Quote
copper123 Posted March 11, 2016 Posted March 11, 2016 Well as we all know peck never considered these coins as paterns but historical "glorious revolution" medalets , I dont think it really matters anyway . Its certainly true they circulated as farthings for quite a time as many are found very worn so they could even be considered currency . Who cares they are attractive and very collectable /affordable so should be collected. Quote
Paulus Posted March 12, 2016 Posted March 12, 2016 1788 Halfpenny Worcester Visit of George III August 6-8 W. A. & CO. D&H 33 Not actually sure if it is a halfpenny, or what the metal is, does anyone know? Acquired from our very own CHP Quote
brg5658 Posted May 7, 2016 Author Posted May 7, 2016 (edited) This little copper token arrived in the mail today. I just finished photographing it. This is a US Civil War token (1861-1865), a part of the "patriotic token" grouping. It is indexed in Fuld's reference as F-164/312a, and is relatively common. This obverse token design often comes with lack of eagle feather detail, particularly flat or no feather detail on the eagle's legs, and soft or partial strike up of the "UNION" text on the shield. This example is very well struck, and I'm very happy with this one in hand (it surpassed my expectations of luster and quality given the so-so photos that were provided by the seller). I'm also including a close-up photo of some of the intricate die work on the obverse. It is the size of a USA small cent (~19mm diameter). Brandon US Civil War Token, Patriotic c. 1865 (F-164/312a, NGC MS64BN) Edited May 7, 2016 by brg5658 3 Quote
Mark240590 Posted May 30, 2016 Posted May 30, 2016 (edited) Without a doubt my favourite is the 1794 South Shields halfpenny. For no other reason than its my home town ! Edited May 30, 2016 by Mark240590 Quote
Paulus Posted June 22, 2016 Posted June 22, 2016 (edited) Just reviving the topic, new pics Edited June 22, 2016 by Paulus 1 Quote
brg5658 Posted June 23, 2016 Author Posted June 23, 2016 It's not British, but I recently purchased this little Swiss copper 2 rappen. The surfaces are really lovely, and it has some great color. 1 Quote
Nordle11 Posted June 29, 2016 Posted June 29, 2016 I got this the other day, I pay a bit of attention to tokens but haven't had the chance to pick up a nice one that isn't too expensive. I think I got this at a fair price, but due to lack of experience I'd appreciate if anyone can give a ballpark figure on the value? I look forward to learning more about it when I get it in hand. 1 Quote
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