Mokiechan

I think the Key point is the initial value of the coin and how much it degrades due to mounting, or cleaning, or etc.   If the gold coin is simply a bullion coin to begin with, and not a rare or collectible date, then it is only worth its melt value regardless of its improper handling.  On the other hand, if it is a rare or collectible date, then those points made by Just Bob and Coin Buf are completely accurate.

On an unrelated note, very very nice photos.  You must have a good setup.

I have always had good dealings with MCM, glad to have you aboard, Ashley.

12 hours ago, Just Bob said:

According to your journal entry on this subject, you seemed  to be happy with the 53 until you looked at it under magnification. There is no reason to think that the AU50 would would be any less baggy when viewed through a loupe, and it could be even more so, since it has seen more circulation. The presence of a sticker does not mean the coin has superior eye appeal, and, judging by your description, it does not - at least in your eyes. The sticker just means that it was judged to be properly graded, and meets their standards for quality, according to their website. Does the AU53 look to be properly graded, in your opinion? If so, is it worth the additional money to you to have a better looking coin with slightly less wear?

I completely agree with Just Bob's comments.  It just mystifies me how adding a green sticker to a slab, simply confirming their further agreement with the grade, would add significant value to a coin.  I guess its the principle of perceived value, a portion of the collecting community believing the additional evaluation confirming the originally granted grade is worth a premium.  I guess it also implies the coins grade is not only solid but also is at the top end of all the coins of that grade. 

17 hours ago, Coinbuf said:

You have a standard 1959D Lincoln cent that has zero numismatic value; its worth one penny.  Find 49 just like it and you can buy yourself a soda.

Just complaining about someones snarky response and you do the same? 

6 hours ago, Greenstang said:

No, it would make it worth less as it is considered damage. 

it also affects the eye appeal of the coin.

If it's a bullion quality coin, than any premium above melt would be very minimal so the value is probably not seriously affected.

VkurtB tends to be an unpleasant individual wherever he alights.  

First thing I thought was Cast, I own a Cast Trade Dollar copy and the surfaces look remarkably similar.  Your best bet, if you still feel you need an expert opinion, find a local coin club in your area and attend a meeting. 

https://www.money.org/club-directory

Or find a reputable dealer and take it to their shop

https://coin-dealer-directory.money.org/

23 hours ago, Tridmn said:

Then guess the penny. Ddo, ddr?

LOL, I am not VKURTB and would not even attempt to infringe upon his numerous areas of expertise.

16 hours ago, Tridmn said:

I'm not obsessing over doubling. If something catches my eye then I look closer. If it looks doubled then i ASK about it. I dont announce that i have a ddo or a ddr if I'm not sure. I'm asking for help when i dont know the answers.

We should all listen to VKURTB, he is a self-certified expert on all things numismatic.  Heck, he is probably an expert on all things inanimate and animate.   

20 hours ago, Just Bob said:

For the flips or 2x2s, I like Wizard Coin Supply. (Disclaimer: I have no affiliation with the company - financial or otherwise).

https://www.wizardcoinsupply.com/

And, JKK is right. Sometimes you can luck up and find those plastic pages by the box full.

Wizard is a great company, they donated 120 one-a-year 1909-2009 Lincoln Folders to the Pennsylvania Association of Numismatics for their KidZone at cost.  Saving us well over $200.  I personally buy quite a few supplies from them.

On 9/18/2019 at 5:23 PM, physics-fan3.14 said:

I disagree. A hole filler is a coin that you buy with the intention of replacing it. I have upgraded plenty of coins, but when I bought the original coin it was intended to be a part of my set. It was not just some temporary thing until something better comes along. 

we'll have to agree to disagree.

On 9/7/2019 at 8:02 AM, physics-fan3.14 said:

A whole filler is a waste of money that you'll regret. It's something you buy because you're obsessive and have to have the whole filled, rather than having the patience to wait and buy what you really want. 

I don't buy whole fillers. 

So you've never upgraded a coin in your collection?  If you did, then that preceding coin was a Hole filler even if you did not intend it to be at the time of your initial purchase. 

Are there any known Silver War Nickel planchets struck in 1946?   I have never heard of any, the chances of finding one in the wild are infinitesimally small in any event.

Not seeing it from your photos, diagnostics are described in this Coin Week article.

https://coinweek.com/prices/rare-1964-sms-kennedy-half-dollar-sells-47k/

Also dual-dated 1952 and 2002 for the 50th Anniversary of Queen Elizabeth II's reign. 

To me, a hole filler is a coin added to a set but meant only as a temporary expedient until you can find and/or afford the coin you want to become a permanent part of your set.

Welcome to a great site with lots and lots of knowledgeable people.  I have been collecting for 50 plus years but still learn things on this forum everytime I log in. 

Try this for no cost:

https://www.dragondollar.com/coins/coin-appraisal-what-is-your-chinese-coin-worth/

bump 

Looks like Japanese characters on the bottom, I will show it to my Mom and see what it says, if anything, it may also be Chinese as most of the characters are the same even if the way the character is spoken is totally different.   But I bet it is a Chinese or Japanese arcade token.

26 minutes ago, VKurtB said:

Cart, horse, you know the saying. Value is not always the point, or is it for you?

But it was certainly an important aspect when you scored big on your Bar Cent, Right?

Somehow I am reminded of "Brain Salad Surgery", iono why?

Absolutely looks cleaned to me. 

Encased in a really rough, really tight bezel.