
E43 - Ep.43 - Collecting Early Half Cents with Chad Stachowicz #rarecoins #numismatics #copper #history
Published: May 20, 2026
Duration: 1:12:05
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.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Coin Collecting and AI Grading
02:50 Chad's Journey into Coin Collecting
05:32 The Rarity and Significance of the 1796 Half Cent
07:40 Exploring the 1803 Half Cent and Its Historical Context
10:50 The Importance of Originality in Coin Collecting
13:12 The Role of Grading and CAC Stickers in Coin Value
16:09 Understanding...