New 7/23 This attractive 1857 New Orleans half dime is housed in an early Gen 4.0 holder (1989-92). Toning is a deep golden brown with accenting blue tones. The surfaces display good underlying luster, especially so on the reverse. V-1 with a die crack connecting the left stars and the reverse O mintmark slightly low, but not as low as V-2. Die erosion is noted below the base and to the right of the 7. A good candidate for re-holdering & variety attribution. Much nicer in-hand than my images. Attractively priced. Choice.

New 8/6 This lovely Seated 1850 dime was deemed as Details by the TPG but quite frankly I'm not seeing it. No hairlines observed on either the obverse or reverse, just light blemished consistent with an AU.  Good underlying luster. The obverse is bluish golden toned, the reverse more bluish grey.  If I assigned a numeric grade it would be conservatively be AU53. Possibly worthy of a re-submission attempt. Details

New 7/11 This 1859 No Motto Seated Quarter was cherrypicked off the floor at the Raleigh show. I was immediately attracted to the coin's unquestionably original fields and the underlying golden toned luster. Th CAC population in AU55 currently shows just 2 stickered and 2 in CACG holders, certainly a difficult coin to locate at the presented level. Strike is quite sharp with full stars and just traces of friction on the obverse and reverse high points. The Type I Obverse is paired with Type 1 Reverse. CHOICE. G

New 7/10 The 1860 Seated half with its' business strike mintage of 302,700 is scarce in all grades and eagerly sought by series collectors. The presented example is with the Type 2 reverse hub, this distinction with extended base of the L in HALF from the upright. This example with just a hint of rub and appears technically stronger than the assigned grade. Miss Liberty's flowing hair detail is quite full, as is the reverse eagle's feather and shield lines. Luster is also vibrant. There is just a bit of blemish to the left of stars 10-13, this probably accounting for the grade. The PCGS population shows 33 for the grade and a suggested price of $475. So why so great an ask spread ? A deep dive will show that the last appearance at auction was 2020 and prices appear to be considerably lagging the current marketplace. Reasonable offers are welcome. Later die state with scattered reverse die cracks noted from the rim to legend and arrow tips. Original toning. Choice.  

New 7/19 This 1821 B-2 Capped Bust Quarter shows amazingly clean surfaces for a well circulated piece of this time period. The patina is a pleasing light brown with hints of grey, the obverse and reverse detail is quite good for the grade. . The 1821 shows a business strike mintage of 216,851 with 6 varieties known. The Greysheet lists the B-2 variety as an R-5, which is defined as having a population of 31-75. The B-2 obverse is with a divided 18 21 date with the second 1 low. The seventh star points downward to the cap. This obverse die was also was used on B-1. The reverse is the same as used on the the 1820 B-1. The left scoll end is about even with the D's extreme left, the right end  about even with the extreme right of the A. The C is quite high and much nearer the stem than the border. Bust quarter variety enthusiasts will certainly recognize the presented buying opportunity. Choice.

New 8/1 This 1809 Bust Half with original brown grey surfaces and few blemishes, just good old fashioned wear as reflected in the TPG grade. From an original mintage of 1,405,810, PCGS is now showing a pop of 87 at the F15 grade level. This is variety O-105. Star 13 with a scalloped point towards the curl. The reverse with the top of the U closed. A die crack from the bottom of the leaf next to the 5 to the denticles. Eagle's left wing weaker as struck. R2. Original. 

New 8/2 The 1823 Bust Half dollars were issued to the tune of 1,694,200 employing eleven obverse and twelve reverse dies. This example is O-106 which utilized Obverse 5 in combination with Reverse F. The 3 is well formed and taller than the 182. The stars are large and bold, surfaces with minimal blemishes and lovely grey-brown toning with hints of underlying green and nice luster peaking through. The reverse also with lovely surfaces, shield and eagle feather detail strong. The I is centered under the T. Rims without any nicks and the denticles cut nicely Difficult to find this nice. R3. Choice. On hold

New 8/14 Well above the average fare seen at the VG8 level, this semi-key date Barber Quarter with a mintage of 264,000 is the 4th lowest issue for the series. On the headband, LIBERTY with the (LI) and(Y) full, the (T) nearly so and about a 3rd of the (B) showing. The leaves are exceptionally strong for the assigned grade. On the reverse, the eagle's wing feather and shield detail will not disappoint. Rims are nick free, denticles good. The mintmark S is filled. Surfaces classic gunmetal grey. A recent Statesville show find and fairly priced for the offered quality. Choice .

New 7/30 This 1915 Barber half appears to be conservatively graded to my eye. Lets start with the LIBERTY with the LI and the Y full and the T nearly so. Traces of the B and R also show, clearly this detail is well above the VG8 level.  The leaves on the forehead also show considerable detail. Surfaces are an unquestionably original gunmetal grey, the motto full. Eagle feather detail is strong. An excellent choice for a VG/F set. Choice.

New 8/18 This 1809 Classic Half Cent was determined by the TPG to have been Cleaned as graded on the holder, This wipe is exceedingly light , and this is still a very attractive example of the issue. This is C6, R1 , which pairs Obverse 5 with Reverse E . The obverse die was stamped correctly with no rotation. The reverse at about a third counter clockwise turn as shown in my image. Some minor darker spots on the reverse are noted. Attractively priced. Details

New 7/22 The1908-S was the 1st cent struck at the San Francisco branch mint and has always been a popular issue. This example with pleasing light brown fields. The LIBERTY is weak but all letters are present. The top diamond on the ribbon shows. The date is clear and the rims are nicely formed. The S mintmark is bold, the shield's vertical lines are strong, the horizontal lines weaker, which is typical. The mintage of 1,115,000 is the 3rd lowest in the series with only the 1877 and 1909-S with fewer struck. PCGS shows a population of 369 at the presented level. Attractively priced. Original. 

New 7/17 This CACG graded 1875-S double dime is above the average fare seen for the G6 grade with clean, original  surfaces and more design detail that is normally seen at this lower level of circulation. Rim edges are clean on both the obverse and reverse with a good amount of denticles showing. All 13 stars are clear and MIss Liberty's portrait is well presented with no hits or blemishes, just good honest wear. On the reverse the S mintmark is clear and the eagle's feather detail is quite nice for the grade. CACG currently showing a pop of 9. A great choice for a lower grade collection. Original. G

New 7/18 Blessed with frosty golden toned surfaces and wonderful eye appeal, this sharply struck Buffalo will fit nicely into any advanced cabinet. Strike is not quite full, but well above average for this San Francisco issue. The PCGS pop currently shows 675 with 236 in higher grades. Well priced for the offered quality. Gem 

New 8/5 Amazing Denver Mercury dime with lustrous white surfaces and fully delineated bands.  Gem. 

New 7/28 Wow! This Denver issue 1958 Franklin half dollar comes with Full Bell , nice underlying luster and amazing dual sided toning. The obverse with classic rainbow tones at the rim, particularly through IN GOD WE TRUST. The reverse with deep golden toning that covers the entire surface. Great eye appeal and worthy of the asked for premium. Gem.

New 8/13 This Missouri Centennial was issued to commemorate the 100th anniversary of Missouri into the Union and is among the rarest issues in the classic commemorative series with 11,400 distributed per the red book.  This example with unquestionably original brownish grey toning, ample underlying luster and a bit of attractive rainbow colored rim toning that my image fails to capture. . Strike is strong with the obverse design depicting a frontiersman the reverse with a frontiersman and Indian. Attractively priced for the offered quality. The coin is pictured as in the holder with a slight clockwise turn. Choice.