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Gordon Petersen

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I can answer questions regarding grading,condition and value for United States Coins. I can also answer questions about selling coins on Ebay. I cannot answer questions about paper money or coins from other countries. In almost every situation, I will need to see at least a picture or a scan of any specific coin submitted, so please don't ask what a coin is worth without send a clear image of it along with your question.

Experience in the area

I have been an active collector for over 30 years, and a dealer for 20 years. I have bought and sold hundreds of coins.

Education/Credentials

I have a Bachelor's Degree and Masters Degree in Mechanical Engineering

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2012-05-23 1958p lincoln cent error:

Darrick,    Sorry - -no - -take a look at     http://www.google.com/imgres?q=1955+double+die&hl=en&sa=X&biw=1366&bih=644&tbm=i

2011-08-04 Appraisal of Silver Coins:

Carole,    Most appraisals aren't free, especially for more valuable coins. I don't know any appraisers in your area, sorry.    You can get a good idea of the value of coins by looking at what similar

2011-07-17 1984 penny with circles:

Wendy,    I really can't comment about your specific coin without seeing a clear picture of what you're describing. If you can get a picture, I'd be of more help.    In general, the mint does all it can

2011-05-19 mis-strike 1802 draped bust silver dollar:

Here's a link to the PCGS price guide.    http://www.pcgs.com/PRICES/PriceGuideDetail.aspx?MS=1&PR=1&SP=1&c=23&title=Drape    Before you get too excited, I should warn you there are A LOT

2011-03-22 NPG Rating:

Jonathan,    Sorry, but it's not possible to be specific.    There are some "grading services" which are just the seller putting a high grade on his coins so they will sell for more, so the grade they

 

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