fdick96740 Posted July 25, 2020 Share Posted July 25, 2020 I've had this coin for about 30 years, finally got it 'graded'. It's a great coin but would like to make it even better. Anyone know where there is a place to plug the hole? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Just Bob Posted July 25, 2020 Share Posted July 25, 2020 (edited) I'm curious. Why, after owning the coin in the raw state for 30 years, then recently spending money to have it encapsulated, are you now wanting to break it out of the slab and have the hole filled? Edited July 25, 2020 by Just Bob Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fdick96740 Posted July 25, 2020 Author Share Posted July 25, 2020 I am now TOTALLY retired, have a HUGE collection to sell, found out that the coin would bring a lot more $ if it was 'plugged'. So - it's about the $$ plain and simple. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Nub numismatics Posted July 25, 2020 Share Posted July 25, 2020 But it would have been cheaper to get it filled, then send it in. Apart from the gaping hole, it is a lovely coin though. Too bad someone had to do that, it would be a prize of most collections. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fdick96740 Posted July 25, 2020 Author Share Posted July 25, 2020 No argument, hind sight is great isn't it? I hadn't planned on selling everything but a few things have changed in my life so moving on. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Coinbuf Posted July 25, 2020 Share Posted July 25, 2020 I don't know who told you that "fixing" it would make it more valuable, the repair will always be evident and the coin will not grade any higher than it does now so there is nothing to be gained financially. It is what it is, a holed coin, plugging it will just result in a details grade that says holed and plugged XF details. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JKK Posted July 25, 2020 Share Posted July 25, 2020 Yeah, I'm not aware of the "plugged" designation added to the "holed" designation as adding any value. Seems to me like that'd just be adding new abuse to an already damaged coin. Crawtomatic 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fdick96740 Posted July 25, 2020 Author Share Posted July 25, 2020 You could all be right. This is the first one like this i have ever had, it's a beautiful coin.. i could put it on eBay and see what it brings. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Coinbuf Posted July 25, 2020 Share Posted July 25, 2020 Just a suggestion you can also list it both here (marketplace forum) and on the PCGS chat boards (the BST on that site). It costs you nothing to list on either site so you have nothing to lose and if you're able to find a buyer you won't have to pay all the ebay fees. The down side is that as a new member many will have some distrust due to some people that have been burned by scammers from time to time on each site so if you decide to just be prepared to work with any potential buyers. ITs a great looking coins and I'm sure there are people that would love to have it in their collection. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fdick96740 Posted July 25, 2020 Author Share Posted July 25, 2020 good suggestion, i haven't been active here except for getting coins graded for the past few years... worth a try i guess.. The last 'damaged' one that i've seen sold was for just under $4000 - damaged rim.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Coinbuf Posted July 25, 2020 Share Posted July 25, 2020 Another possible option is to send it to Great Collections, Ian is first class and will take care of all the little things and can help you in finding a good price point. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fdick96740 Posted July 25, 2020 Author Share Posted July 25, 2020 Thanks, will get in touch - i have several high price items that i need to move so could work out... appreciate the help/advice... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RWB Posted July 25, 2020 Share Posted July 25, 2020 Filling the hole will change little except your bank account. Leave it "natural." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fdick96740 Posted July 25, 2020 Author Share Posted July 25, 2020 I have been properly chastised and appreciate all the feedback.. The 'lady' will remain pure and 'holey' and be put on the market 'as is'! Thanks again folks... RonnieR131 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
James_OldeTowne Posted July 27, 2020 Share Posted July 27, 2020 On 7/24/2020 at 11:14 PM, fdick96740 said: I am now TOTALLY retired, have a HUGE collection to sell, found out that the coin would bring a lot more $ if it was 'plugged'. So - it's about the $$ plain and simple. I've been down that rabbit hole a few times myself, and it has never paid off. The cost of the repair + the cost of re-certification with yet another "details" grade will most likely net you little or nothing more than selling it as-is. And by simply appreciating it as-is, you aren't dumping yet another deceptive item into the numismatic bucket. Besides, that appears to be a marvelously original example that'll be "ugly" once it's repaired. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fdick96740 Posted July 28, 2020 Author Share Posted July 28, 2020 Thanks for your input, i tend to agree, i really have enjoyed the coin all these years even with the hole. it beats out some of the 'normal' coins i've seen over the years, eve some for sale on eBay.. I will leave well enough alone... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Just Bob Posted July 28, 2020 Share Posted July 28, 2020 On 7/25/2020 at 3:59 PM, fdick96740 said: The 'lady' will remain pure and 'holey'... A belated "Welcome to the forum" to you. Feel free to post pictures of your other coins for us to drool over. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
