JR Newsletter: 31 December 2023 (615)

Alan Bricker wrote:

The 1832 LM-9.1 Capped Bust Half Dime being offered in David Perkins' January 2024 SB Half Dime Sale as Lot 2407 is an old friend of mine. The late Don Frederick displayed it from his personal collection during the 1991 100^thAnniversary ANA “World’s Fair of Money” at the Rosemont O’Hare Convention Center (Chicago area). Don was a knowledgeable collector-dealer best known in Bust Halves circles. After some haggling, I was able to acquire the coin from Don via a private transaction. It became a very important addition to a growing Capped Bust Half Dimes collection during my peak years of collecting the series. In 1994 I passed it on to Glenn Peterson as part of a three-way deal with Russ Logan. Hopefully it would now pass on to a new owner who will come to appreciate it as much as I did while it remained in my personal collection for several years.

JR Newsletter: 10 December 2023 (614)

Steve Herrman wrote:

 

The new December 2023 revision of Auction Prices Realized for Early Silver Dollars 1794-1803, Number 5, is now available. The availability of printed copies is limited. $3 is donated to JRCS for each copy sold.

 

Printed copies are $40 postpaid via Media Mail

PDF format copies are $28 via Email

Both printed and PDF format copies are $46

 

Please contact Steve Herrman at herrman102(at)aol.com

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David Perkins wrote:

 

2023-4 Extraordinary Half Dime Sale

W. David Perkins Numismatics

 

W. David Perkins Numismatics will be hosting a Capped Bust Half Dime Sale in December 2023 and January 2024.  We will have Table 115 at the 2024 FUN Coin Show in Orlando.

 

A fixed price offering will be held by mail starting December 15^th.  A priced catalog will be send at this time.

 

The Sealed Bid Sale will close Thursday January 4^th at 6PM EST.  Those on our Capped Bust half dime distribution list will receive preliminary catalogs this weekend.  

  

If you are not on our list just send me an e-mail and I’ll forward copies to you.  

 

See you in Orlando!

 

W. David Perkins

Centennial, CO

Wdperki(at)attglobal.net

Cell 303-902-5366

 

 (a couple of pretty coins from Perkins' catalogs are shown below...Editor)

JR Newsletter: 3 December 2023 (613)

Brad Karoleff wrote about the latest issue of the John Reich Journal:

 

The latest issue, our 100^th!, is back from the printer and being mailed in the next couple days.

 

If anyone does not receive theirs by the 20th please let me know at bkaroleff(at)yahoo.com and I will send out a replacement.  

 

As you will see this is a 72-page issue.  The membership has stepped up to my request to make the 100^thissue something special.   With that came extra expenses in printing, postage and envelopes.  You will find a request in with the journal for donations to help defray the expense of this double issue.  You will also find a dues notice for next year if you are an annual member.  Please forward your check to David as soon as possible to make his bookkeeping responsibilities easier.  You will also find the voting ballot for this years’ Jules Reiver Literary Award.  Please vote for up to 3 articles and return your ballot to David with your dues check.

 

I look forward to seeing many of you at the upcoming FUN convention in Orlando.  The JRCS meeting will feature a presentation by Chris Pilliod and David Finkelstein on the 1795 plug dollars.  I am especially looking forward to seeing what these two sleuths have uncovered this time!

 

Now, Dasher now Dancer now Prancer and Vixen.  On Comet, on Cupid, on Donner and Blitzen.  To the top of the aisle to the top of the case now dash away! Dash away! Dash away all!  As the cherries are scattered before the wild hurricane fly when they meet with a buyer into the collection they go!  With a sleigh full of NEWPS and a wallet as empty as snow each of us run to catalog the coins anew.  And away the collectors all flew like the down of a thistle and I heard them say Happy Holidays to all and to all a good night!

 

Brad 

JR Newsletter: 26 November 2023 (612)

2024 FUN Show JRCS Presentation: "A Fresh Look at the 1795 Silver Plug Dollar" by Christopher Pilliod and David Finkelstein.

   Based on preliminary evidence, the long-held theories about why a silver plug was added to a number of 1795 Flowing Hair Silver Dollars may be wrong. A third potential reason under study will be shared with the club at FUN 2024.  Details TBA (check the FUN Show program).

JR Newsletter: 12 November 2023 (611)

Brad Karoleff wrote:

As the holidays race towards us there are a few things going on in the world of JRCS. As I’m sure all you remember I called for a jumbo issue of the journal for our 100th issue. The membership responded very positively granting me with almost a full double issue. With that came extra work that is almost done. The issue will be out in early December. 

It also came with additional un planned for circumstances. In my enthusiasm to put out a special issue I semi-planned for additional printing costs but did not think about needing different envelopes and the additional postage needed to mail them.  In discussion with our esteemed treasurer we determined that it would be prudent to raise $3000 to keep the treasury in a healthy condition. 

So, here I am with hat in hand asking the membership to consider donating to the cause. I have already received commitments from a few members for a $100 donation. If you could see to sending something it would be highly appreciated. Checks should be made out to JRCS and please send a note with it letting Dave know it is a journal donation. Send them to JRCS, PO Box 3039 Centennial CO 80161. 

We also have had two members who have downsized their numismatic library and donated their JRJ’s to the society. I can add recent numbers to make virtually complete sets. These are being offered for $500 plus UPS shipping to the first two respondents to bkaroleff(at)yahoo.com. All the early issues are present and represent a good value for anyone wanting a set of our journals. 

Thanks to everyone who helps with a donation to our society. Any monies collected over the requested amount will be held in the treasury to offset miscellaneous future expenses. 

Happy holidays and I’m looking forward to seeing many of you at the upcoming FUN convention in January. 

Brad

JR Newsletter: 5 November 2023 (610)

 It has been a while since we had a contribution for our JR Newsletter!  Quarter collectors will be especially interested in this week's contribution, which comes from Jessica Berkman, President of Legend Rare Coin Auctions.  The link will take you to the post-auction report for their Regency Auction #61:

https://mcusercontent.com/74a0e3c37d154d935bdeb2daf/files/0961df2e-822e-40ab-d72c-0be247763516/11_3_23_61_Report.pdf

JR Newsletter: 3 September 2023 (609)

FINAL CALL:  DIME CENSUS 

SUBMISSIONS DUE BY Friday, September, 15^th

 

Michael Sullivan wrote:

To my fellow Early, Draped, and Bust Dime Collectors –

 

This is the FINAL CALL for SUBMISSIONS to the 2023 Dime Census.

 

My deadline for submissions is Friday, September 15^th as I must assemble the content and write the supporting article that weekend ahead of extended business travel.   I cannot promise that any submission after Sept. 15^th will be included in the 2023 census.

 

Thus far, I have 9 – Draped Bust and 15 – Capped Bust submissions to the census.   I am pleased to report that 100% of the contributors have provided detailed information (Grading Service, CAC, Raw, Details, etc.) to enable a color coding of the census.   This is a “next generation” trial approach to leverage our color printed journal.

 

Past Contributors who Contacted me, but Lacking Submission:  LM56, 950, 1039, 1057, and a few others.

 

Past Contributors I’ve Not Heard from Yet:  LM13, 48, 70, 114, 855, 1006, 1068, 1212, 1300, 1452, 1490, and 1521.   If you contact me with your email and JRCS number, I will send you a pre-populated template of information to update and correct.   This will make the process quite simple for everyone.

 

PLUS – There May be More of You Out There …….. Please email me and I will send you a template to complete for submission.

 Alternatively, you can also submit information in a format convenient for you.   I look forward to hearing from you.

 

Michael J. Sullivan

PO Box 899

Georgetown, CT  06829

numisbookmjs(at)gmail.com

479-466-6061

 

JR Newsletter: 20 August 2023 (608)

 Michael Sullivan wrote:

DIME CENSUS SUBMISSIONS DUE BY Friday, September, 15^th

 

To my fellow Early, Draped, and Bust Dime Collectors –

 

We would like to include your dime collection information in the next census which will be included in the 100^th anniversary issue of the JR Journal.    My deadline for submissions is Friday, September 15^th as I must assemble the content and write the supporting article that weekend ahead of extended business travel.   I cannot promise that any submission after Sept. 15^th will be included in the 2023 census.

 

As a trial for the next census and taking advantage of color printing digital technology employed by the John Reich Journal, you also have the opportunity to participate in a “next generation census” trial.  The six collections so far submitted include more detailed information to reflect grading service, CAC, Raw, and other key notes.   This is not a requirement for census submission, but an option as we advance with technology and grading services.

 

FOR PAST CENSUS CONTRIBUTORS STILL MISSING (LM13, LM56, LM66, 48, 70, 114, 519, 869, 855, 950, 1006, 1057, 1068, 1212, 1300, 1452, 1490, 1510, 1521):   If you contact me with your email and JRCS number, I will send you a pre-populated template of information to update and correct.   This will make the process quite simple for everyone.

 

FOR NEW CONTRIBUTORS:   Please email me and I will send you a template to complete for submission.

 

Alternatively, you can also submit information in a format convenient for you.   I look forward to hearing from you.

 

 

Michael J. Sullivan

PO Box 899

Georgetown, CT  06829

numisbookmjs(at)gmail.com

479-466-6061

 

JR Newsletter: 6 August 2023 (607)

Brad Karoleff wrote:

The ANA is just days away!  I am looking forward to seeing many of you there.  Remember, our annual meeting is Wednesday morning at 8:30 AM in room 333.  Our presentation is an open forum with John JD Dannreuther.  Make sure you do not miss this opportunity to hear from one of the greatest numismatists of our age.

We are also making plans for our 100th anniversary edition of the JR Journal.  I am anticipating a jumbo-sized edition to mark the occasion.  Please get in touch with me ASAP if you are planning on submitting an article for inclusion so I can make plans with the treasurer and the printer.  The dime census will also be included in this issue.  If you are a dime collector please get in touch with Michael Sullivan to be included in the project.  His contact information was in the last issue of the journal.

Travel safely if you are going to the show.  If not, enjoy your summer from home.

Best,

Brad

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David Perkins wrote:

W. David Perkins Numismatics will have corner table #1026 at next week’s ANA  Convention in Pittsburgh.  With Dave in the booth will be Richard Meaney and Jim / Jim Matthews Rare Coins.  We specialize in early silver and type. 

 

Dave is always looking to purchase better quality early dollars 1795 to 1803. We will have a number of rare half dimes which you can view and discuss with specialist Richard Meaney at the show.

 

Please stop by and say hello!

 

W. David Perkins

Centennial, CO

 

wdperki(at)attglobal.net

 

303-902-5366

 

JR Newsletter: 30 July 2023 (606)

Dick Kurtz wrote:

 

Drinking coffee from the John Reich mug issued in 1994 to commemorate the tenth anniversary of JRCS brought to mind that the 40th anniversary will be upon us next year. I doubt that it will be feasible to pass out mugs to today’s expanded membership, but we shouldn’t let this pass by unnoticed.

 

Dick Kurtz #049

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Brad Karoleff wrote:

 

Everyone should have received their latest copies of the John Reich Journal by now.  If yours is missing drop me a line at bkaroleff(at)yahoo.com  and I will post out another for you.

 

The next issue due out in November will be our 100th issue!  I would like to do a "jumbo" size issue to mark our anniversary.  Please consider sending something for publication in this monumental milestone issue.  Drop me a line and let me know if you will be sending something so I can plan ahead.  Deadline for submissions is October 1st.  Let's make this a memorable occasion for our society.

 

Thanks for all you help and support throughout the years.  I couldn't do this job without your help and input!

 

Brad

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A reminder about the JRCS General Membership Meeting at the ANA's World's Fair of Money (the ANA show in Pittsburgh).

 

The JRCS will meet on Wednesday, August 9 from 8:30 to 10:00 AM in Room 333 of the David L Lawrence Convention Center.  In addition to the usual topics of the JRCS meeting, you may read about the educational presentation here:  

 

 https://mcusercontent.com/74a0e3c37d154d935bdeb2daf/files/71660d5c-827f-65cd-9a0d-e0e43ce78140/JRJ_Excerpt_for_JR_Newsletter.pdf

 

 

 

JR Newsletter: 23 July 2023 (605)

A reminder about the JRCS General Membership Meeting at the ANA's World's Fair of Money (the ANA show in Pittsburgh).

 

The JRCS will meet on Wednesday, August 9 from 8:30 to 10:00 AM in Room 333 of the David L Lawrence Convention Center.  In addition to the usual topics of the JRCS meeting, you may read about the educational presentation here:  

 https://mcusercontent.com/74a0e3c37d154d935bdeb2daf/files/71660d5c-827f-65cd-9a0d-e0e43ce78140/JRJ_Excerpt_for_JR_Newsletter.pdf

JR Newsletter: 16 July 2023 (604)

Brad Karoleff wrote:

The latest issue of The John Reich Journal went out in the mail Thursday.  You should begin receiving them in your mailbox early this week.  If anyone does not receive theirs by the end of the month drop me a line at bkaroleff(at)yahoo.com to receive a replacement.  

 

Remember our upcoming presentation at the Pittsburgh ANA, a morning with JD Dannreuther.  It will be a highly entertaining and educational presentation.  I understand JD will be fielding questions from the membership.  Here is your chance to pick the brain of one of the leading numismatists of our time.  See you there!

 

The next issue of the journal will be our 100th!  If you would like to be part of the anniversary issue please put something together for publication.  I would appreciate any submissions to be in hand by October first.  If we have enough I will issue a “jumbo” sized issue.  So, get busy and send me something!

 

I hope to see many of you at the ANA in a couple weeks.  Travel safely and enjoy your hobby.

 

Brad

JR Newsletter: 9 July 2023 (603)

A reminder about the JRCS General Membership Meeting at the ANA's World's Fair of Money (the ANA show in Pittsburgh).

 

The JRCS will meet on Wednesday, August 9 from 8:30 to 10:00 AM in Room 333 of the David L Lawrence Convention Center.  In addition to the usual topics of the JRCS meeting, you may read about the educational presentation here:  

 https://mcusercontent.com/74a0e3c37d154d935bdeb2daf/files/71660d5c-827f-65cd-9a0d-e0e43ce78140/JRJ_Excerpt_for_JR_Newsletter.pdf

JR Newsletter: 2 July 2023 (602)

Brad Karoleff wrote with a reminder about the JRCS General Membership Meeting at the ANA's World's Fair of Money (the ANA show in Pittsburgh).

The JRCS will meet on Wednesday, August 9 from 8:30 to 10:00 AM in Room 333 of the David L Lawrence Convention Center.  In addition to the usual topics of the JRCS meeting, you may read about the educational presentation here: https://mcusercontent.com/74a0e3c37d154d935bdeb2daf/files/71660d5c-827f-65cd-9a0d-e0e43ce78140/JRJ_Excerpt_for_JR_Newsletter.pdf

JR Newsletter: 25 June 2023 (601)

 Sheridan Downey wrote:

Wednesday August 9, 2023.  Put it down on your calendar.  Mail Bid Sale No. 56 will close at 6 PM EDT that night, day 2 of the Pittsburgh, PA World's Fair of Money.

There are 91 lots in the sale, something for everyone.  Grades range from Fine to MS 64+.  Tim Osborne's consignment leads off.  Lots 1 through 39 offer a dream set of Capped Bust Half-Dollars, 1807 though 1839.  Only the 1815 is missing.  All are graded by PCGS.  Most are AU 58, with a sprinkling of AU 55s.  Many have been off the market for a quarter century or more.  CAC stickers adorn over half the coins, including lots 1 and 39 -- AU 58 examples of an 1807 Large Stars and 1839-O.  Amazing!

Part 2 of the sale, lots 40 through 82, showcases an assortment of high grade, high rarity, beautifully toned and otherwise eye-catching bust halves, 1795 through 1836.  Again, eye appeal is the watchword.  I was fussy about accepting coins for this remarkable sale.

There are but 9 coins in Part 3, lots 83-91.  But, oh my!  Three carry R.6 rarity ratings.  Condition Census pieces include an 1811/10,  1812/1 Large 8, 1817 Punctuated Date and a stunning 1831 O.120.

The printed catalog is a work in progress.  Part 1 is complete.  I'm taking a one week break to enjoy sites in NYC.  I'll return July 1 to finish things off.  In the meantime preview a list and photos of every coin in the sale.  Just click on the Active Auction link, https://www.sheridanscoins.com/inc_active-mb.php.

Lot preview in Pittsburgh will be Monday through Wednesday, Aug. 7-9, at my bourse table.  Can't make it to the show?  Preview by overnight mail or Fed Ex will be available in July.  Send a list of the lots you wish to see. We will work something out.

On-line bidding will commence 7 to 10 days before the auction closes.

JR Newsletter: 19 June 2023 (600)

Brad Karoleff wrote:

I am working on the next journal and in need of some content to complete the issue. 

Does anyone have something ready to go?  I need it asap as I need to ship journals before the ANA. 

Thanks for your help. 

Brad

JR Newsletter: 11 June 2023 (599)

Greg Cohen wrote:

 

Please find linked the Press Release announcing Legend Rare Coin Auctions as the Official Auctioneer for the International Money Expo. Regency Auction 61 will be held in conjunction with this new show in Nashville, TN and will be anchored by the Perfection Collection of Capped Bust Quarters. More details are enclosed in the attached press release.

 

Link:  https://mcusercontent.com/74a0e3c37d154d935bdeb2daf/files/f114e9eb-dc33-da67-203a-dd63414ccc12/Legend_Rare_Coin_Auctions_Named_as_the_Official_Auctioneer_for_the_Newly_Minted_International_Money_Expo_1_.pdf

 

Thank you for your consideration in these materials. For more information please email Jessica Cohen, President of Legend Rare Coin Auctions at jessica@legendauctions.com. For images, please email Patrick Braswell, Art Director, at Patrick@legendauctions.com.

 

Best regards,

 

Greg Cohen

Senior Numismatist 

Legend Rare Coin Auctions

JR Newsletter: 28 May 2023 (598)

Brad Karoleff wrote:

 

I am working on the next issue of the John Reich Journal for distribution prior to the ANA show in August.  I need to have the issue at the printer by the first week in July.  I am currently short information to be published.  I would appreciate anyone having something to submit to get it to me as soon as possible with the deadline being around June 20.  

 

Thanks for any help you can offer.

 

Brad Karoleff

bkaroleff(at)yahoo.com

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Herb Turner sent the following image to provide more information on Silas M. Perkins:

You may click the photo to enlarge it

JR Newsletter: 21 May 2023 (597)

 Pete Smith wrote to provide additional information as a follow-up to last week's images provided by Alan Weinberg:

Silas M. Perkins

Silas M. Perkins died of wounds sustained at Cold Harbor on May 31, 1864. He was accidentally shot in the foot while in his tent. He is buried at Village Cemetery in Kennebunkport, Maine.

Silas was the son of Silas P. Perkins (1803-1883) and Eliza A. Foss (1810-1862).

He was the grandson of Stephen Perkins (1765-1833) and Alice Stone (1769-1850).

He was the great grandson of Abner Perkins (1730-1811) and Anna Perkins.

JR Newsletter: 14 May 2023 (596)

Alan Weinberg wrote and shared some images:

I do not own the Jackson. I do own the Perkins acquired in 1990 privately. 

I wonder if Perkins is related to Jacob Perkins or Dave Perkins.

I own many similarly superb engraved Seated Liberty coins but only this single bust half.

Alan

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Alan Bricker wrote: An example of the very rare 1833 LM-5 half dime changed hands recently (see PCGS “TrueView”).

This example surfaced unattributed in 2005 and attracted spirited competition between Capped Bust Half Dime specialists when it appeared at that time. It was the fourth specimen of the die marriage to be identified, and has been off the market since. Recently, it was submitted to PCGS for encapsulation.

Congratulations to the new owner, an advanced specialist in Capped Bust Half Dimes, on acquiring this highly coveted rarity.

Alan Bricker

JR Newsletter: 7 May 2023 (595)

Gary Rosner wrote:

 

The second coin listed on the linked file is the 1832 LM-2, R-3. PCGS AU55 (81876910) and after studying it today there are some observations that can be added to the listing for the variety in the Half Dime Book.

 

LINK:  https://mcusercontent.com/74a0e3c37d154d935bdeb2daf/files/d65d6b90-20c8-422d-aad0-5ec51e5cbd05/Rosner_Attachment.pdf

 

This variety 32 LM2 has Reverse M in its’ 8th and last use, which is quite remarkable! Both examples I have, this coin and a VF raw coin, are rotated counterclockwise to about 11:20 or so, about 20 degrees. The die lapping below the RI in the scroll has caused the field to bulge in that area. The die crack going down from the right wing tip continues to the right side of the dentil to the right of the period. Also on some examples shown on the Coinfacts page for this variety that crack also extends up from the right wing tip into the feathers part of the way up the wing. Then like the crack noted through the tops of MER, there is also a crack through the tops of UN, seen on this coin and on some of the Coinfacts coins.

 

These notes have been added to my copy of the Half Dime book, so I thought I would share them with anyone else that may be interested. Any comments or information can be sent to my email address, 3cnickel(at)gmail.com

 

Thanks,

 

Gary Rosner

JRCS #869

310-292-6947

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Greg Cohen wrote:

 

Please find linked a post-sale press release regarding Legend's Regency Auction 58, an official auction of the Central States Numismatic Society Convention. 

 

Please contact Patrick Braswell for images by emailing Patrick@legendauctions.com

 

Thank you for your consideration to this matter.

 

LINK: https://mcusercontent.com/74a0e3c37d154d935bdeb2daf/files/a5b1012c-7d53-83b3-f614-9f92b53868ca/RA58_Post_Sale_Press_Release.pdf

 

Greg Cohen

Senior Numismatist

Legend Rare Coin Auctions