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Coin
Lingo information on Rare Coins |
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Garrett
Short for the Garrett family. The two main collectors,
Thomas H. Garrett and John W. Garrett, formed this extensive
collection from the late 1800s through the early 1900s.
Later, it was given to Johns Hopkins University and was
sold in five auction sales. This provenance on a numismatic
item is as coveted as an Eliasberg pedigree.
Gem
Adjectival description applied to Mint State and Proof-65
coins. It also is used for higher grades and as a generic
term for a superb coin.
Gobrecht
Short for “Gobrecht dollar.”
Gobrecht dollar
The silver dollars dated 1836, 1838, and 1839 struck in
those years and restruck later (some 1836-dated coins
were struck in 1837). These are named for their designer,
Christian Gobrecht, Chief Engraver from 1840 to 1844 but
defacto engraver when William Kneass suffered his stroke
in 1835.
gold
Obviously, the precious metal. Also, slang for any United
States gold issues.
gold commem
Short for gold commemorative.
gold commemorative
Any of the eleven commemorate coins struck in gold from
1903 until 1925. Also, any of the modern United States
commemorative gold issues, sometimes called modern gold
commems.
gold dollar
The small coins of one dollar denomination struck from
1849 until 1889.
grading
The process of numerically quantifying the condition of
a coin. Before the adoption of the Sheldon numerical system,
coins were given descriptive grades such as Good, Very
Good, Fine, and so forth.
Greysheet
Slang for Coin Dealer Newsletter.
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| Helpful
Tips when viewing Coin Images...
The image, or "scan",
of a rare coin should only be used as a reference point,
rather than a final decision maker when purchasing rare
coins. "No" digital image or scan will ever do
true justice to the natural beauty of a coin. A digital
camera or scanner, at this stage of technology, can never
reproduce the way a human eye views an object. As you move
a coin in the light, the surfaces change appearance depending
on the angle at which the light source is hitting the coin.
This effect is most obvious with very deep, proof coins.
In person this "mirrored" effect is quite dramatic
as you move the coin around. A two dimensional digital image
loses this reflective nature of a coin, not being able to
depict the mirrored qualities that your eye is able to perceive.
Keep in mind that nothing can compare to examining a coin
in person.
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At Albanese Rare Coins we strive to achieve the highest
quality images in order to assist you with a purchasing
decision; considering the balance between download times
and image quality. As always, you can be confident when
purchasing rare coins from us, as we "hand select"
every coin for its true beauty and eye appeal.
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