01-29-2018, 06:37 PM
Here is a Type 1 3rd Class.
Once upon a time it was upgraded to a 1st Class by being dipped in gold paint, most of that fortunately wiped off.
Uncut connecting ring, very little patches where the plating has worn (book and star points) and the all but universal metal testing mark on the reverse.
Prices have collapsed (as in many other regions) and these are now nowhere near triple figures ($25-$40 is a closer guide), although the obvious fakes continue to do their rounds.
Once upon a time it was upgraded to a 1st Class by being dipped in gold paint, most of that fortunately wiped off.
Uncut connecting ring, very little patches where the plating has worn (book and star points) and the all but universal metal testing mark on the reverse.
Prices have collapsed (as in many other regions) and these are now nowhere near triple figures ($25-$40 is a closer guide), although the obvious fakes continue to do their rounds.
"Signed with his own rubber stamp"
