{"title":"Low Ball","description":"\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLowball coins\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e celebrate a distinctive side of numismatics where honest circulation, heavy wear and surviving at the lowest collectible grades become desirable attributes. Often certified \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePoor-1 (PO01), Fair-2 (FR02) or About Good-3 (AG03)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, these coins can be surprisingly challenging to locate problem-free and are actively pursued by collectors building competitive lowball registry sets.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShop \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003elowball coins for sale at Paradime Coins\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, including certified \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePCGS, NGC, CAC and CACG low-grade rare U.S. coins\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e selected for rarity, originality, eye appeal and collectability. Lowball collecting encompasses everything from early American copper and silver to classic U.S. type coins, key dates and major rarities whose decades of circulation have produced unmistakable character.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe appeal of a great \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePO01 coin\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e extends beyond simply finding the lowest numerical grade. Collectors seek naturally and evenly worn examples that remain identifiable, problem-free and attractive for the grade. Rare dates and early U.S. coins can be particularly challenging in collectible lowball grades, creating significant condition rarities at the opposite end of the traditional grading scale.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExplore Paradime Coins' selection of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003elowball rare U.S. coins\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, including PO01, FR02 and AG03 certified coins chosen for originality, rarity, history and distinctive numismatic character.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"1793-1c-chain-period-p01-pcgs-cac","title":"1793 1C CHAIN PERIOD P01 PCGS CAC","description":"\u003cp\u003eCAC Pop 1 Out of 16 CAC in All Grades! The 1793 Chain Cent, Periods variety (S-4), stands as one of the most historic issues in American numismatics, with a recorded mintage of just 36,103 pieces and an estimated 300 survivors today. Struck at the Philadelphia Mint in March 1793, it represents the very first circulating federal coinage, preceding even the 1793 half cents and subsequent large cent designs. The S-4 variety is instantly distinguished by its punctuation, featuring periods following both the date and LIBERTY—an attribute not found on any other 1793 cent. Scholars including Walter Breen and Harry Salyards have suggested differing theories about the engraver responsible, with stylistic comparisons pointing to Joseph Wright or another hand later involved in the Wreath Cent dies, leaving its authorship an enduring mystery. Though the S-3(America) can be found with ease, the Period (S-4) is near impossible to find. This is likely the only example that you can acquire a Chain CAC Period Cent for 4 figures. The most relevant auction comps is a FR02 PCGS non-CAC that sold for \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/coins.ha.com\/itm\/large-cents\/1793-1c-chain-america-periods-s-4-b-5-r3-fair-2-pcgs\/a\/1391-3337.s?type=da-dmc-cdn-uscoins-1391-03262026\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e$5,490 03\/26 HA.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cem\u003ePedigree:\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003eKesh Collection\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/www.pcgs.com\/cert\/40228359\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ePCGS Cert Verification #40228359\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e• PCGS POP Variety- 3\/28\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e• PCGS Coin# - \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.pcgs.com\/cert\/40228359\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e35444\u003c\/a\u003e (Variety of : \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.pcgs.com\/coinfacts\/coin\/1793-1c-chain-periods-bn\/91341\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e91341\u003c\/a\u003e)\u003cem style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"PCGS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51041858191672,"sku":"40228359","price":5500.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0262\/3891\/0535\/files\/17931CCHAINPERIODP01PCGSCAC.png?v=1787285414"},{"product_id":"1890-cc-10-ag03-pcgs-cac","title":"1890-CC $10 AG03 PCGS CAC","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003ePOP 1 Lowest Graded. The 1890-CC $10 Liberty Head Eagle is a scarce Carson City gold issue struck during the first year that eagle production resumed at the Carson City Mint following a five-year hiatus. With a modest mintage of just 17,500 pieces and an estimated 600 survivors, the date has long been prized by collectors of Carson City gold. This charming low-ball example displays attractive medium orange and warm rose-gold coloration over smooth, original surfaces that reflect its long circulation while remaining free of significant distractions. Honest wear has softened the finer details, yet the major design elements remain bold enough to provide pleasing eye appeal and unmistakable Carson City character. With no prior auction records or sales history, this coin represents an elusive opportunity considering any CAC 1890-CC $10 would cost atleast $4,000 today. This would be perfect for collectors pursuing an advanced Low Ball Registry Set or a specialized Carson City gold collection. Its combination of rarity, originality, and historical significance makes it a highly desirable survivor of one of the most collectible branch mint gold issues of the Liberty Head Eagle series. This represents excellent value under $4,000.                         \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePedigree:\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Virginia Range Collection of Carson City\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdl class=\"no-margin-bottom\"\u003e\u003c\/dl\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.pcgs.com\/cert\/26772302\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ePCGS Cert Verification #\u003cspan\u003e26772302\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• PCGS POP -1\/519\u003cbr\u003e• CAC Price Guide - N\/A\u003cbr\u003e• CAC POP - 1\/98\u003cbr\u003e• PCGS Coin# \u003cspan\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.pcgs.com\/coinfacts\/coin\/detail\/8718\/3\" class=\"underline\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e8718\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"PCGS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52661493498168,"sku":"26772302","price":3250.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0262\/3891\/0535\/files\/1890-CC_Liberty_Head_Eagle_10_AG03_PCGS_CAC_Holder.png?v=1787807843"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0262\/3891\/0535\/collections\/1793_1C_CHAIN_PERIOD_P01_PCGS_CAC_HOLDER.jpg?v=1785830654","url":"https:\/\/paradimecoins.com\/collections\/lowball-rare-u-s-coins-for-sale.oembed","provider":"Paradime Coins","version":"1.0","type":"link"}