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I dug this shield nickel today. I am having trouble typing right now. The date is legible..My camera is having trouble picking up the details. Wish my HD camera was working. I have dug 1 shield nickel and 4 V-Nickels from a 20 ft square..Today when this one came out I could see the shield and knew it was a shield Nickel. I had no Idea it was 1 of 16,000 minted..May I introduce you to my best coin to date... I won't be cleaning this one. The 1880 Shield Nickel 1 of 16,000 Minted in 1880  |
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Arkansas
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Reply To This Topic #1 Posted Jun 03, 2010, 01:44:04 pm |
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Brother, that is a great one!!! I have one that isnt in that good of shape at all and as a matter of fact you can only read the date with water running over it or just berfor it dries and was told it was worth a lot. Aint not telling what yours is worth. Congrats!!!  ...d2 |
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Reply To This Topic #2 Posted Jun 03, 2010, 01:52:45 pm |
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Wow, great find! Even in that condition it's probably worth a couple hundred dollars. That's one of the rarest key date coins out there.
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Reply To This Topic #3 Posted Jun 03, 2010, 02:15:50 pm |
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I would have to say that given the numbers of that one it deserves to have a spot on the BANNER  |
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Hollywood Fl.
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Reply To This Topic #4 Posted Jun 03, 2010, 02:18:32 pm |
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Sweet find. Nice rare Key date coin. Congrats . I vote banner too.
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newport vermont
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Reply To This Topic #5 Posted Jun 03, 2010, 02:25:17 pm |
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way most excellent coin you the man today  |
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Reply To This Topic #6 Posted Jun 03, 2010, 02:30:19 pm |
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Way to go! Per my Redbook worst possible shape and it's worth at least $450.
Pretty good for a nickel.
Semper Fi
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Reply To This Topic #7 Posted Jun 03, 2010, 02:42:20 pm |
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Thanks guys. I still can't believe it.  |
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Summerfield Fla.
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Reply To This Topic #8 Posted Jun 03, 2010, 02:43:46 pm |
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Thats a great find and no matter the condition now still a great find |
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upstate ny
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Reply To This Topic #9 Posted Jun 03, 2010, 03:40:30 pm |
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wowee! i'll give you a BANNER nod on that one. never seen a shield up top before...
congrats!
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dirty pennies...
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Reply To This Topic #10 Posted Jun 03, 2010, 04:23:21 pm |
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Thanks everyone. I'm gonna try to get another picture or 2.  |
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Western, N.C.
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Reply To This Topic #11 Posted Jun 03, 2010, 06:12:41 pm |
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Yes, never seen a shield nickle up top. WTG on a wonderful find!!  |
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Reply To This Topic #12 Posted Jun 03, 2010, 06:29:51 pm |
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That's a banner in my book!
1 in 16,000 is like a needle in a big ole haystack.
Congratulations
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Tulsa, OK
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Reply To This Topic #13 Posted Jun 03, 2010, 06:32:23 pm |
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That's an awesome 5 cent banner right there!! Congratulations!
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Reply To This Topic #14 Posted Jun 04, 2010, 06:15:24 am |
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Thanks Plehbah. I realize it is rare. Everywhere I look online they list as Rare in any condition. Mine is in fairly decent condition. You can still make out details. I'm not going to clean it. I am going to put it in a coin holder and keep it. Do you think if I wanted to I could get a Minelab Etrac by selling the coin?  I don't think I will sell it. |
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SEGUIN, TEXAS
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Reply To This Topic #15 Posted Jun 04, 2010, 06:29:33 am |
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AWESOME COIN. CONGRADULATIONS
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Reply To This Topic #16 Posted Jun 04, 2010, 06:40:48 am |
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Awesome find  i looked it up 1880 and 1879 its listed as RARE !! they don't even give a monetary value $ Great find Dd60 |
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South Korea
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Reply To This Topic #17 Posted Jun 04, 2010, 06:48:12 am |
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Congratuations for a great find. I would keep hunting the dickens out of that site. Looks like it is paying off, in a big way. Also, I would seriously consider sending it in the the pros - the cleaning/grading bunch - and let them do their pro thing on it, and slab it, and once they do that, then the skies the limit......seriously. You have a coin that every one of the serious collectors of U.S. coins would like to have. And, having it cleaned by pros, and slabbed, will preserve it in the best condition that is possible. It will cost you a little to do it. But, it will pay huge dividends in the future. Again, whatever you decide, you have found a most sought-after coin. |
Can't find it if you're watching tv at home, your machine isn't on, and the head of your detector is pointed up!!
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Southeast
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Reply To This Topic #18 Posted Jun 04, 2010, 06:55:08 am |
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Awsome find. Congrats!
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War Nickel: 0/0 Roos: 0/0 Merc: 0/0 WLH: 0/0 Bens: 4/4
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Reply To This Topic #19 Posted Jun 04, 2010, 06:57:03 am |
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I think I will just keep it like it is. I would be nervous about sending it off. It would pass through to many hands. I can still see details on the coin. I have a couple of pictures of it. That is all I need.
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Saint Paul, MN
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Reply To This Topic #20 Posted Jun 04, 2010, 07:20:09 am |
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That is one serious coin! Awesome find!!! |
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keep on diggin!!
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alachua county, FL
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Reply To This Topic #21 Posted Jun 04, 2010, 07:39:37 am |
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awesome find !!!!
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Shelbyville or any yard where the owner will let me detect!
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Reply To This Topic #22 Posted Jun 04, 2010, 07:42:50 am |
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If that Shield Nickel doesnt make the banner, then the banner should be done away with ! |
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Reply To This Topic #23 Posted Jun 04, 2010, 07:56:56 am |
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I think I will just keep it like it is. I would be nervous about sending it off. It would pass through to many hands. I can still see details on the coin. I have a couple of pictures of it. That is all I need.
PCGS is the "real" authentication service, IMHO. NGC or ANACS aren't bad either, but are second tier as far as some people are concerned. I'd definitely get it slabbed, if you're sure about the date. The photo is questionable, I'm sure it's easier to read in person. Greg |
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Reply To This Topic #24 Posted Jun 04, 2010, 09:24:57 am |
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Yeah the picture really doesn't get the detail the microscope can. It looks like there is a piece of crud on top of the bottom of the 0. I noticed that in the picture. I've had my wife and my neighbor look at it and they are sure it is a 0. Its the real deal. No doubt.
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Eastland Texas
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Reply To This Topic #25 Posted Jun 04, 2010, 09:33:27 am |
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1880
Shield Nickel
Condition: VG-8
Value Trends
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1980: $100
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2010: $700
Gratz!.... Detector paid for!
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Tuberale
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Portland, Oregon
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Reply To This Topic #26 Posted Jun 04, 2010, 12:37:49 pm |
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One fine coin. CONGRATS! Yeah, some coins just have to be graded and authenticated by professionals. This is one of 'em. It'll pay you or your heirs big bucks in the future!
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Reply To This Topic #27 Posted Jun 04, 2010, 01:25:24 pm |
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I would hate to be the party pooper, but the value of the coin has dropped  . I have the 2011 Red Book. I had to do a double take to make sure I was looking int he right spot. G-4 - $450 VG-8 - $550 Awesome find though all the same. I'll vote BANNER  just because there are only 16,000 of them. It's just a shame it is that red corrosion color. |
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Portland, Oregon
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Reply To This Topic #28 Posted Jun 04, 2010, 03:59:14 pm |
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I agree that this coin would grade G-4 in current condition. That's not being a party pooper, that's being realistic.
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Where the grass is blue
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Reply To This Topic #29 Posted Jun 04, 2010, 04:04:18 pm |
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Wow!!!!
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The Ozarks, Missouri
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Reply To This Topic #30 Posted Jun 04, 2010, 04:21:19 pm |
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Great find! You got my banner vote for sure!
Doug
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Sal Sagev Adaven
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Reply To This Topic #31 Posted Jun 04, 2010, 04:42:42 pm |
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Awesome |
I'll just follow you with My E-trac ! ! ! !
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Reply To This Topic #32 Posted Jun 04, 2010, 06:41:49 pm |
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Thanks everone. I am just glad I saved it.
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Reply To This Topic #33 Posted Jun 04, 2010, 07:43:33 pm |
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Hey, I like that one! (Nickel fan here) GOOD JOB!
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Reply To This Topic #34 Posted Jun 04, 2010, 07:53:19 pm |
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It has been said over and over again... Awesome find!!! |
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Reply To This Topic #35 Posted Jun 05, 2010, 01:20:51 am |
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I would hate to be the party pooper, but the value of the coin has dropped . I have the 2011 Red Book. I had to do a double take to make sure I was looking int he right spot. G-4 - $450 VG-8 - $550 Awesome find though all the same. I'll vote BANNER just because there are only 16,000 of them. It's just a shame it is that red corrosion color. if the value dropped that probley means a decent amount of them has shown up! who cares! its a GREAT find and congrats. willy |
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Just Fish
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Bronson,Michigan
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Reply To This Topic #36 Posted Jun 05, 2010, 06:16:40 am |
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nice got my vote
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Reply To This Topic #37 Posted Jun 05, 2010, 08:27:35 am |
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Sweet find
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Reply To This Topic #38 Posted Jun 05, 2010, 10:31:17 am |
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Alright!!! Thanks guys!!!
Will be sent off to be slabbed and authenticated!
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Three Rivers
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Reply To This Topic #39 Posted Jun 05, 2010, 11:46:43 am |
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Congrats,
That is a really rare one.
HH Jer
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Massachusetts
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Reply To This Topic #40 Posted Jun 05, 2010, 01:58:53 pm |
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keenest hobby ever
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Reply To This Topic #41 Posted Jun 05, 2010, 02:15:09 pm |
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Great recovery and save. What a wonderful and fun find. Who cares the value it is the rarity that counts. You are the man!! It sure looks nice up there on the podium. Congratulations sir. |
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MAINE
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Reply To This Topic #42 Posted Jun 05, 2010, 02:45:13 pm |
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That is the nastiest looking coin I have ever seen on the BANNER ! I Love it !! Congradulations on the holy grail of shield nickels !! MaineRelic
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Reply To This Topic #43 Posted Jun 05, 2010, 02:47:12 pm |
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Been in the ground for along time. Seeing the light of day for the first time since it was dropped many years ago. I am honored to have a find up top. 1 of 16,000. That's amazing. Thanks to everyone.
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Moonlight and Magnolias
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Reply To This Topic #44 Posted Jun 05, 2010, 04:19:19 pm |
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We needed a GREAT nickel on the Finds Banner! AWESOME COIN! -Buckles |
Any relics, coins, or other items appearing in my finds posts were found on PRIVATE PROPERTY with total consent and permission from the owners of said property.
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Reply To This Topic #45 Posted Jun 05, 2010, 06:08:40 pm |
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Thanks Buckleboy.
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Shelbyville or any yard where the owner will let me detect!
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Reply To This Topic #46 Posted Jun 07, 2010, 08:04:10 am |
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Congrats on making the banner, we knew it would get up there !!! |
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Reply To This Topic #48 Posted Jun 15, 2010, 09:13:22 am |
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It will soon be with another owner. I need a new detector. It is on ebay as we speak. Thanks everyone and hopefully someone will get it who really needs it. A.K.A a coin collector.
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Dirtyville
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Reply To This Topic #49 Posted Jun 15, 2010, 09:28:29 am |
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One picture sure looks like 1881. Are you sure it's not? I would imagine you're going to be asked several times if you are sure it is 1880.
If you are 100% sure, when someone asks a question you should post your answer to the auction for all to read. Coins with pictures that are in question tend to not get their full worth.
Good luck on the sale!
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NW Alabama
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Reply To This Topic #50 Posted Jun 15, 2010, 11:47:21 am |
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North Central Oklahoma
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Reply To This Topic #51 Posted Jun 15, 2010, 11:53:23 am |
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Way to go, great find!
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Wisconsin
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Reply To This Topic #52 Posted Jun 15, 2010, 03:03:54 pm |
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It will soon be with another owner. I need a new detector. It is on ebay as we speak. Thanks everyone and hopefully someone will get it who really needs it. A.K.A a coin collector.
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Reply To This Topic #53 Posted Jun 15, 2010, 03:31:43 pm |
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Your not going to see it on Ebay. Ebay took it upon themselves to remove my coin. They said that there is no way that this was an 1880 Shield Nickel. They said it was a replica.. I am really upset about this. Apparently they have a Community Coin watch group that said that because my coin wasn't graded there is no way it is real. That is was a replica. Well then I guess in 1880 when it was dropped in the same hole as the other 4- 1890-1911 V nickels that someone must have replicated it. Give me a break. I would love to talk personally with the yahoo that said that this coin was a replica. Just blows my mind. |
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Reply To This Topic #54 Posted Jun 15, 2010, 03:46:54 pm |
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Dont get bummed out ,have it slabbed and you can laugh last . luck Mike
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Reply To This Topic #55 Posted Jun 15, 2010, 04:07:37 pm |
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It is just really sad.
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Northeastern Pennsylvania
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Reply To This Topic #56 Posted Jun 15, 2010, 04:17:41 pm |
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There is no reason to be upset. Get it slabbed. A coin is only worth what someone is willing to pay for it. People will pay alot more attention to a slabbed coin. Ebay removing the listing is probably the best thing that happened to you... well other than finding it  |
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Wisconsin
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Reply To This Topic #57 Posted Jun 15, 2010, 05:05:54 pm |
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Your not going to see it on Ebay. Ebay took it upon themselves to remove my coin. They said that there is no way that this was an 1880 Shield Nickel. They said it was a replica.. I am really upset about this. Apparently they have a Community Coin watch group that said that because my coin wasn't graded there is no way it is real. That is was a replica. Well then I guess in 1880 when it was dropped in the same hole as the other 4- 1890-1911 V nickels that someone must have replicated it. Give me a break. I would love to talk personally with the yahoo that said that this coin was a replica. Just blows my mind. You are not alone...Ive have been slammed by ebay many times..and I have over 2600 100% possitive feedback!...I see their point..but they really can be --deleted--s about things |
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Dirtyville
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Reply To This Topic #58 Posted Jun 16, 2010, 02:15:40 am |
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Your not going to see it on Ebay. Ebay took it upon themselves to remove my coin. They said that there is no way that this was an 1880 Shield Nickel. They said it was a replica.. I am really upset about this. Apparently they have a Community Coin watch group that said that because my coin wasn't graded there is no way it is real. That is was a replica. Well then I guess in 1880 when it was dropped in the same hole as the other 4- 1890-1911 V nickels that someone must have replicated it. Give me a break. I would love to talk personally with the yahoo that said that this coin was a replica. Just blows my mind. I suspected there could be some type of problem, and why I posted my message above. Between bad pictures, poor condition, and many replica nickels, there is great risk to a buyer (from Ebay's perspective) so I'm not surprised for a second the listing was removed. I say that having been accused of posting a fake coin myself, which I knew was real, and now years later I finally did get around to authenticating it. I had no reason to do it before now because I know the truth, and had no plans to sell it. With so much fraud in the world today things have to be done the right way, or at least a certain way! |
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Reply To This Topic #59 Posted Jun 16, 2010, 05:40:03 am |
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The problem is I am nervous about sending a coin to have it graded. It travels through so many hands. I worry that the coin I send in won't get returned to me. Then all I can do is call a phone number and chat with someone. Like I said untill I get the nerves to send it in an pay someone to tell me something I already know looks like it will just sit in the box where it is now. Maybe I'll get the nerves and money up soon.
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Dirtyville
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Reply To This Topic #60 Posted Jun 16, 2010, 05:56:22 am |
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Have you had it looked at by a "good" local coin dealer? That would be a first step because if he truly believes it's 1880 he'll probably ask if it's for sale. If he doesn't believe it's an 1880 and lets you walk out, then it might not be a good idea to bother with grading. Your pictures are inconclusive and no one on this forum or anywhere else can help, but only congratulate you on what we're being told. Good luck, and I hope you're right, but don't cost yourself the money for a grading service only to be let down. Be sure they're going to see what you and a coin dealer (or two) see.
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Otsego County, Michigan
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Reply To This Topic #61 Posted Jun 17, 2010, 01:39:12 pm |
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:-\Looks like you scratched it by the left side of the shield. Good find for sure though.
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Posts: 104
Danville Va.
Detector used Detector(s) Used - Garrett GTAx 550-Whites Classic 5 ID-Ace 250
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Reply To This Topic #62 Posted Jun 17, 2010, 04:55:40 pm |
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WTG,,,Awesome find!
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Lil Eagle Eye
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Reply To This Topic #63 Posted Jul 05, 2011, 09:52:04 am |
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AG at most ... cool Now when you find one of these you will be a Superhero and find of the decade. _______  |
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Posts: 154
Monroe County Ohio
Detector used Detector(s) Used - Minelab Explorer II ~ Pro Pointer
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Reply To This Topic #64 Posted Jul 05, 2011, 11:16:50 am |
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Awesome find man... Good luck with your coin |
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Dig it
Posts: 147
Rural Palmyra, Iowa
Detector used Detector(s) Used - DFX, Ace 250, Garrett ProPinpointer
Primary Interest: Metal Detecting
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Reply To This Topic #65 Posted Jul 05, 2011, 11:36:04 am |
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Congrats on your epic find!
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Posts: 4
Wisconsin
Detector used Detector(s) Used - Tesoro Silver Umax
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Reply To This Topic #66 Posted Jul 05, 2011, 11:49:05 am |
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nice find |
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Posts: 368
carbondale, pa
Detector used Detector(s) Used - garrett ACE350, minelab E-TRAC
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Reply To This Topic #67 Posted Jul 05, 2011, 03:15:53 pm |
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congrats on an outstandingly rare find!!!! nice.
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Posts: 421
Colonial Virginia
Detector used Detector(s) Used - Teknetics T2
Primary Interest: All Types Of Treasure Hunting
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Reply To This Topic #68 Posted Jul 05, 2011, 05:02:49 pm |
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I knew I saw one of these being found last year. I was like WOW...another one? ?? |
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Tuberale
Posts: 2854
Portland, Oregon
Detector used Detector(s) Used - White's Coinmaster Pro
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Reply To This Topic #69 Posted Jul 13, 2011, 01:59:51 pm |
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I think you need to re-consider cleaning it. I would use acetone only, on Q-tips, and gently rubbed in a clockwise rotation over both side. Take your time. Acetone will only affect organic material, and there could be quite a bit present on this coin. Having a clearer photo of both sides should be able to prove to anyone interested whether it's a fake or not.
If it doesn't clean up completely the first time, let it sit for a few weeks, then try acetone again. Sometimes the coin just needs to dehydrate for additional debris to come off.
I just re-cleaned a near toasted 1885 with acetone, and was able to obtain a much better color/quality for the coin, even though it's still in pretty bad shape from being in the ground for long.
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Posts: 1171
Detector used Detector(s) Used - Fisher F75 / Ace 250/ ATPro
_____________ 1880 Shield Nickel_____________
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Reply To This Topic #70 Posted Jul 14, 2011, 04:58:19 pm |
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I will see if I can find the coin. I have it in a bag with other coins. As you can see it is really hard to see, but to me that is the only number it could be. I thought about the 0 being a 2, but it just does not look like it under magnification. Some coin guys have said yes, some say no. I'm nervous about sending it off. Plus that costs lots of money.
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donadagohvi
Posts: 1314
Fresno, CA.
Detector used Detector(s) Used - (Whites) MXT, MXT PRO, SURF PRO/PI and COINMASTER 5500/D also a (Fisher) GOLDBUG.
Primary Interest: All Types Of Treasure Hunting
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Reply To This Topic #71 Posted Jul 15, 2011, 12:06:07 am |
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May the Lord watch.
Between me and thee.
While we are absent.
One from the other.
Amen!
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Tuberale
Posts: 2854
Portland, Oregon
Detector used Detector(s) Used - White's Coinmaster Pro
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Reply To This Topic #72 Posted Jul 15, 2011, 01:24:49 am |
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Your not going to see it on Ebay. Ebay took it upon themselves to remove my coin. They said that there is no way that this was an 1880 Shield Nickel. They said it was a replica.. I am really upset about this. Apparently they have a Community Coin watch group that said that because my coin wasn't graded there is no way it is real. That is was a replica. Well then I guess in 1880 when it was dropped in the same hole as the other 4- 1890-1911 V nickels that someone must have replicated it. Give me a break. I would love to talk personally with the yahoo that said that this coin was a replica. Just blows my mind. Have looked at the photos again, and compared them to my Shield Nickel set. Pretty sure it's an 1880, but it still needs cleaning/slabbing to get full value on Ebay. I understand your upset. I found a 1909 S VDB Wheatie in a collection I got from Ebay, and wasn't certain of the authenticity of the coin, as it is often altered by people trying to create a higher-value coin. First took it to a local expert I know, who suggested it was authentic, then offered to send it to PCGS with other coins he was sending for slabbing. Happy to do so. Came back "Authentic. Environmental damage." Yours will too. But the key here is having PCGS state for anyone who wants an unbiased 2nd opinion that is is "Authentic." Don't worry about other people handling the coin. It will come back in much better condition than you send it in, and it will be totally worth the price. Hope to see new photos of slabbed coin in a couple months. |
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Posts: 1171
Detector used Detector(s) Used - Fisher F75 / Ace 250/ ATPro
_____________ 1880 Shield Nickel_____________
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Reply To This Topic #73 Posted Jul 15, 2011, 02:28:35 am |
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After viewing the topic and finding the coin again I found a really good article on the coin. It seems that there are 3 varieties of the 1880 Shield nickel. 1st variety is the Business strike. Then you have 2 Proof Varities. One is a normal date and the other is a dropped 8 date. The dropped 8 has the 8 lower than the first 8 in the Date. On the reverse side of the coin the last S in states and the S in cents has a die error. The hub was broken at the top of the S in states and at the bottom of the S in cents. They have been patched by hand. Now I can only see the S in cents and I know it looks different. Very out of alignment and has a line going through it. You can see that clearly. This thing is just so worn. It is just hard to tell. Page 20 in this article. http://www.shieldnickels.net/articles/Wescott.pdf |
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