CAC

When I saw CAC’s announcement that they were closing their service to new collector members on May 1, I knew it was time to decide whether to join or not. As a member I could submit coins to CAC to receive a sticker indicating their opinion that the coins were “solid” for the grade, or what many call “PQ”. This would allow me to better hone my grading skills. Plus, CAC stickered coins sell more readily and frequently for more money. For coins I’m considering selling, a CAC sticker likely would be worth more than the $10 fee (plus shipping….). […]

1921-S Two Feather

1921-S Two Feathers FS-401 38452

I purchased the above coin unattributed in a PCGS holder on eBay. It is graded F15 and now attributed Two Feathers variety by PCGS. I also own a 1921-S 2F, grading Fine but that PCGS labeled Genuine (damaged), likely because of the laminations and some marks. I believe the coins were struck from different pairs of dies.

The 1921-S Two Feather often is a true 2F with no trace of a third feather. Both of these coins are true 2Fs. Pope reports that there are at least two different 2F dies for the 1921-S, […]

1921 Two Feather

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1921 Two Feathers FS-401 38451

I purchased the above coin raw and attributed from a fellow buffalo nickel variety collector. It is now graded XF45 and attributed Two Feathers variety by PCGS. I also own a raw 1921 2F, grading Very Fine. They likely were struck from different pairs of dies.

The 1921 Two Feather often is a true 2F with no trace of a third feather. The PCGS graded coin is a true 2F. Pope reports that there are at least three different 2F dies for 1921.

Die 1. Coin 1. 1921 2F PCGS XF45. The mint did […]