This is my first shell set so I really have nothing to compare it to, though I have read a great
deal about shells and about other people’s experiences with different manufacturers. That said, to
my eyes the shell looks really good and the matching coins really do match the date and look of the
shell and seem to fit well.
Be advised, however, that the shell will NOT fit Roy’s “Roth”
coin boxes. To be fair to Roy, he never claims that they will. But I was under the impression that
they might due to their association with David Roth and the fact that David Roth has said in a
number of places that his boxes will take an expanded shell. It’s my understanding that the boxes he
was referring to were made by a different manufacturer at the time so that may explain the
discrepancy.
Other than that, I’d say that if you want an inexpensive but expertly-made
shell set and you don’t mind using clad coins, then this is a good one to get. Especially if you’re
just getting into shells like I am. Highly recommended.
Great Starter Set
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