Ep.43 - Collecting Early Half Cents with Chad Stachowicz #rarecoins #numismatics #copper #history

In this episode, Tony Gryckiewicz interviews coin expert Chad Stachowicz about coin collecting, grading, and the innovative AI grading model Chad has developed. They explore key series like Half Cents, the importance of original surfaces, and the future of AI in numismatics.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Coin Collecting and AI Grading02:50 Chad's Journey into Coin Collecting05:32 The Rarity and Significance of the 1796 Half Cent07:40 Exploring the 1803 Half Cent and Its Historical Context10:50 The Importance of Originality in Coin Collecting13:12 The Role of Grading and CAC Stickers in Coin Value16:09 Understanding Dipping and Its Effects on Copper Coins19:14 The 1807 Half Cent: A Case Study in Rarity22:01 The 1793 Half Cent: Design and Aesthetics26:53 Understanding Coin Preservation and Aesthetics29:31 Exploring Rare Coins and Their Market Value32:31 The Importance of Coin Grading and Authenticity40:40 Strategies for Building a Coin Collection44:38 Innovations in Coin Grading Technology48:07 Introduction to AI Coin Grading49:15 Understanding Coin Grading Models52:13 Practical Applications of AI in Coin Grading55:02 Challenges and Limitations of AI Grading57:57 The Future of AI in Coin Collecting01:01:44 Final Thoughts on Coin Collecting and GradingWhere to read Chad's White Paper on Artificial Intelligence Grading:https://drive.google.com/file/d/12Rjm...Where to find Tony and Cabbage Coins:https://cabbagecoins.com/Email: tony@cabbagecoins.comIG: @cabbage_coinsHow to contact Chad: Email: cstachowicz@cloverhound.comwebsite: www.numisking.comUpcoming Shows:PAN (Pennsylvania Area Numismatists)May 28-30, 2026Monroeville, PABaltimore Whitman ExpoJune 11-13, 2026Baltimore, MDIntro Music - "Obverse Fields" by Timothy Gryckiewicz