I guess videos don't work here? Thanks,HB
One more pic top part at 40 power

One more:

30 x power video of watch movement :

A few pics and one video:
Pic: This is a 40X power of a 6-inch Starrett scale,each graduation is .010

I have decided on the Garrett AT Pro detector. One is on it's way....now all I have to do is learn how to operate it! Hot Brass

Thanks! I am looking at the Tesoro Compadre....supposed to be easy to use and not too much money,as I tend to go through hobbies fast! Hot Brass

Looking to get into metal detecting/coin collecting. What is the best multi-use detector for around $1K?. Thanks,Hot Brass

I think I count seven jewels showing. Hot Brass

Hi: According to my A Charlton Standard Catalogue 2013 version,states that the criteria for a MS-64 grading should have:"No traces of wear,with a full strike.Must have full mint lustre with only minor contact marks in the field ares.Must have good eye appeal." Obviously this coin used as m...

Shylo wrote:I have to agree with Bill in this case... I would also put this coin between 63 and 64 ...

My question to you HB... please tell me how you take photos of your coins...

And don't leave out any details.... please!! (send me an e-mail)

I sent you a P.M. HB

Thanks! I will do that.HB

I just found out that ICCS will not look for any 'extras' on the reverse,unless they are asked to verify a particular item,such as rotated dies,double HP,etc.They also charge an extra $2.50 to verify each item of interest. I learned another thing today! HB

Anyone?? Thanks,HB

I just bought a 1939 Canada which has been graded by ICCS as MS-63,but the original owner had placed a note on the holder stating "2XHP". My question is,why did ICCS not pick up on that little extra piece to that coin?.They just missed it,or is it of little importance? I am new,so not quit...

Thanks! I get 2 degrees on the obverse and 10 degrees on the reverse....so,I have an 8 degree die rotation(10-2=8?). How many of the under 45 degree versions of the flying goose are out there, do you figure.... and what angles?. 8 degrees sounds about right. Otherwise, I don't have answers to your ...