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May 28, 2012, 10:07 PM
#61
 real pirate
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May 28, 2012 10:07 PM
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May 29, 2012, 07:01 AM
#62
 Originally Posted by Iron Patch
You might get close to 100% there, but most won't authenticate a coin without an in person inspection. What you should be hoping for is it jumps out at him as a particular variety, and I think that has everything to do with matching the "CO".
Every day for you must feel like a week. 
Right now I see the worst case scenario as the coin being confirmed but the variety inconclusive. That would put a good hurt on the value, but the bragging rights will still be immense.
Yea it does feel like a month already. I figured I wont get a positive 100% id unless its in person, but if this guy says its legit that will be enough for me. The variety comfirmation would just be a plus
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May 29, 2012, 08:17 AM
#63
Fantastic find!
Not being from your area of the U.S.
i am not familiar with the history behind this coin.
Would love to hear more!
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May 29, 2012, 09:30 AM
#64
Originally Posted by OroJoeDude
Fantastic find!
Not being from your area of the U.S.
i am not familiar with the history behind this coin.
Would love to hear more!
History of the Higley Copper Coins
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May 29, 2012, 10:05 AM
#65
Originally Posted by ugotit22
Hey guys
I was working in hartford ct today and headed north to look for a hunting spot. I found a field and was granted permission. I ended up getting a musket ball, a 1964 rosie and a 1942 silver nickel. I also got a copper I couldnt make out any details on. I got home alittle while ago and cleaned the coin. I can barely make out what looks to be a four leged animal standing facing left. I opened my red book and sure enough i saw the Higley/Granby coppers. What do you guys think?
I'm from the Hartford area and got into metal detecting because of coins like this, knowing CT has some of the oldest history in the us! I would of had a heart attack had I found this, great find!! Are you part of a club or anything, I've been looking for people to go with I don't know anyone who is into this.
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May 29, 2012, 10:56 AM
#66
Originally Posted by DanTheNewbie
I'm from the Hartford area and got into metal detecting because of coins like this, knowing CT has some of the oldest history in the us! I would of had a heart attack had I found this, great find!! Are you part of a club or anything, I've been looking for people to go with I don't know anyone who is into this.
yep yankee territory coin shooters we are right in hartford
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May 29, 2012, 01:01 PM
#67
Just seen this post. Wow! Well done!!  This one sold for $40K!!!!
http://www.liveauctioneers.com/item/3001682
"The difference between the self educated and the institutionally educated is that the self educated are passionate about what they educate themselves about. That in itself makes them smarter...."
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May 30, 2012, 09:43 AM
#68
why is this not on the banner yet? one of the most coveted American coins? super congrats dude! high 5's!
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May 30, 2012, 07:57 PM
#69
Originally Posted by HEAVYMETALNUT
why is this not on the banner yet? one of the most coveted American coins? super congrats dude! high 5's!
thanks i appreciate it
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May 30, 2012, 09:23 PM
#70
OMG!! I'm in with old digger guy, BANNER . PLEASE dont try to clean it at home , Let a pro do it .
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May 31, 2012, 06:44 AM
#71
1783 CFT. KG III 1/2 Penny (25-83A)-1 of 3 known *Sold $3,750, Vermont Landscape Coppers Ryder 6 *Sold $760, Ryder7 (Avatar)** Sold $1,275*,1st Batt Royal Artillery Cartridge Box Sling Belt Tip,(3)- GW Inaugural Buttons-2-Cobb# 17-J.* Sold both--$405 and $400. *GW Button Cobb 17-I-*Sold $316- New Jersey Copper M14-J Sold $125- Continental Army Button *Sold $800.....To be continued 
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May 31, 2012, 08:15 AM
#72
Originally Posted by hogge
BANNER it UP!!!!!!!!
if this doesnt go up idk what else i ever dig up will.
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May 31, 2012, 10:49 AM
#73
Originally Posted by jrandy
OMG!! I'm in with old digger guy, BANNER . PLEASE dont try to clean it at home , Let a pro do it .
I agree, Banner all the way!
It is so funny that this was found, just before I saw the post, I had just finished reading about the geology of New England. On of the topics was on float copper and native copper deposits found in New England. A large mass of float copper was found in a farm field in northern Ct, and it is said that it was used to make the type of coin that you found. When they ran out of the copper, they stopped making the coin. I will try to find the link to the site, it has some neat information.
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Jun 19, 2012, 01:36 PM
#74
Coin got sent out today to PCGS. So I'm crossing my fingers. Should know within a week or two if I have the real deal or not. The dealer that sent it out for me examined it and said he thought it looked good, but said there may not be enough detail for them to authenticate it. He showed me some of the replicas casted in the 1800s and they looked smaller then mine. He also taped the side of my coin and it rang unlike the replicas, he said this was a good sign because if it was cast it wouldn't have sounded like that.
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Jun 19, 2012, 02:31 PM
#75
hey Keith i was hoping you went to the last meeting i and a few others were hoping to get a glimpse of that copper either Bob or i could of positively i.d.'ed it for you . i hope PCGS is kind on the authenticating and congrats my friend .
Dan
best finds- George Washington Inaugural Button
early Militia hat plate 1812-1820
6 colonial copper spill (4-1787 fugios , 1774 machin mills , 1788 new jersey)
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Jun 19, 2012, 03:06 PM
#76
Originally Posted by leddel
hey Keith i was hoping you went to the last meeting i and a few others were hoping to get a glimpse of that copper either Bob or i could of positively i.d.'ed it for you . i hope PCGS is kind on the authenticating and congrats my friend .
Dan
hey dan,
I shoed Bob it a week after I dug it. He thought it looked pretty good. I wanted to come to the meeting but i got called into work last minute. Il make sure to bring it in to the july meeting, hopefully il have it back genuin by then,
ttyl bud
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Jun 19, 2012, 03:47 PM
#77
Was a little perplexed when you said the dealer taped it! But figure he tapped it haha
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Jun 19, 2012, 10:11 PM
#78
Looks like a deer to me also, Listen to Buckleboy and the rest, You do NOT want to mess this up.....HH
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Joseph Stalin
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Jun 19, 2012, 10:25 PM
#79
Dennis
Well; ugotit22, I hope PCGS returns with positive news on your find. Good Luck!
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Jun 20, 2012, 08:33 AM
#80
AWESOME FIND!!!!!! Nice congrats!
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