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Have Premiums for Full Band Mercury Dimes Gone Too Far?

Oct 16 — For some dates, the market values of gem quality (MS65 and higher grade) Mercury dimes with a FB designation are tremendously higher than for corresponding coins that have been assigned the same numerical grade from the same grading service.

Draped Bust Half Cents: An Easy Early Series for Collectors

Oct 8 — Draped Bust half cents were minted from 1800 to 1808. These have received less attention than Draped Bust large cents and multiple silver denominations with a Draped Bust motif. A set of Draped Bust half cents could be a realistic objective for most collectors of 19th century U.S. coins.

Reich Capped Bust Half Dollars, Part 3: 1811/0 With Period

Sep 23 — For those considering a collection of Bust half dollars, deciding the contents of the initial collection can be daunting and confusing -- yet profoundly important. In Part 2 of this series review, expert numismatic journalist Greg Reynolds focuses on the 1811/10 puncuated date issue.

Reich Capped Bust Half Dollars, Part 2: 1807

Sep 18 — For those considering a collection of Bust half dollars, deciding the contents of the initial collection can be daunting and confusing -- yet profoundly important. In Part 2 of this series review, expert numismatic journalist Greg Reynolds focuses on the 1807 issue.

Building a CAC-Only Set of Charlotte Mint Half Eagles

Aug 31 — A set of CAC approved Charlotte Mint, Liberty Head half eagles that is more than three-fourths complete would be a cool, satisfying and important achievement.

Capped Bust Half Dollars, Part 1: Set Requirements

Jul 11 — For those considering a collection of Bust half dollars, deciding the contents of the initial collection can be daunting and confusing -- yet profoundly important. In Part 1 of this series review, expert numismatic journalist Greg Reynolds offers some considerations about how to get started.

Building a Set of Business-Strike Two Cent Pieces

Jun 26 — Two Cent Pieces were minted from 1864 to 1873. It is easy to complete a set of business strikes. As the 1873 issues were not intended for circulation and are now believed to have all been Proofs, this discussion is limited to Two Cent Pieces dating from 1864 to 1872.

Colorfully Toned Silver Coins Shine in Very Successful Pogue VII Auction

May 29 — The Pogue VII sale by Stack’s-Bowers was held the evening of Friday, March 20th in the building that houses this company’s headquarters in Santa Ana, California. As the sale was relocated after a convention in Baltimore was canceled, it was widely believed that many of the coins would bring even less than central wholesale levels. Such predictions were wrong. The sale was a resounding success, and a majority of the coins realized CPG®-level prices or more!

Building a CAC-Only Proof Set of Shield Nickels

May 21 — Among all series of Classic U.S. coins, a set of Proof Shield Nickels is one of the easiest to complete. Such a set is among the least expensive in the context of Proofs or business strikes that grade above 63, very choice to gem quality coins.

BUILDING A SET OF CAPPED BUST HALF DIMES (1829-1837)

Apr 17 — Of all the early U.S. coinage issues, a set of Capped Bust half dimes is the easiest to complete. There are no rarities and the series is short making the task of assembling a collection both affordable and enjoyable in a reasonable amount of time. For the specialist, there are much deeper layers to study in this series.

Landmark Large Cent Collection of Doug Bird Auctioned

Apr 11 — For decades, rumors surrounding the personal collection of dealer Doug Bird were mystifying. There were 179 pieces consigned by Doug Bird in the Goldberg sale on Feb. 16, 2020.

The Exciting & Unexpected Auction of Rollo Fox Set of Saint Gaudens Double Eagles

Mar 11 — Numismatic researcher, Greg Reynolds, does a deep dive into the Rollo Fox set of Saint Gaudens double eagles sold by Heritage at the FUN show in January. Reynolds notes that the results were especially strong and surprising.

SERIES ANALYSIS: The Greatest Auction of American Revolutionary War Medals -- the Adams Collection of Comitia Americana

Feb 19 — Greg Reynolds turns his focus on Comitia Americana medals, which were awarded for heroism and strategic success in American Revolutionary War battles. The Continental Congress of the United States voted to award these medals while the war was in progress.

Building a Type Set of Middle-Date and Late-Date Large Cents (1816-1857)

Jan 31 — Collecting these large cents by type is extremely easy. Such a type set requires just three coins and is an excellent way for beginners and budget-minded collectors to learn about and enjoy classic U.S. coins while spending very little money. A date collection, by contrast, is much more complicated and interesting.

SERIES ANALYSIS: Early Silver Dollars -- the ‘Proofs’ of 1801 to 1804 (Part 4)

Dec 27 — Part 4, the final installment, of Greg Reynolds series analysis on the draped bust silver dollars focuses on the proof issues that were issued from 1801-1804. These controversial issues, also called novadels, are a fascinating piece of numismatic lore and include the very famous 1804 dollar.

SERIES ANALYSIS: Draped Bust Dollars, Business Strikes (Part 3)

Dec 19 — Part 3 of Greg Reynolds series analysis on the draped bust silver dollars that were issued from 1798-1803. These are also know as "heraldic eagle reverse" dollars and represent the most affordable segment within the series.

SERIES ANALYSIS: Early Silver Dollars, Draped Bust 1795-1798 (Part 2)

Dec 12 — Part 2 of Greg Reynolds series analysis on the draped bust silver dollars that were issued from 1795-98. These are also know as "small eagle reverse" dollars and quite popular among collectors.

SERIES ANALYSIS: Early Silver Dollars, Flowing Hair (Part 1)

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SERIES ANALYSIS: Building a set of Barber halves in MS64-66 grades (Part 2)

Oct 4 — The September 2019 edition of The Monthly Greysheet This article appeared in print in the September 2019 issue of The Monthly Greysheet. Click here for more information

SERIES ANALYSIS: Building a set of Barber halves in XF–AU grades (Part 1)

Sep 27 — The August 2019 edition of The Monthly Greysheet This article appeared in print in the August 2019 issue of The Monthly Greysheet. Click here for more information on th

Greg Reynolds is a professional numismatic researcher and writer. He can reached via email at Insightful10@gmail.com.

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