1968 no S dime... Why is it colored like this?

Curious what would cause this. I am not asking if it's the rare proof so don't get all angry lol

 

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Gosh, that coin looks like it was exposed to a lot of dusty environment.

 

Dust cause discoloration?

 

I will admit to not being an expert, but I have/had coins get that way from long exposure to just being out in the air, and air is full of dust particles.

 

That coin sure looks like it came in contact with some kind of chemical and now "environmentally damaged"

What is a "rate proof"? And you must have been reading other new members posts from the past - LOL!!!

 

What kind of chemical?

 

"Rare" simple typo

 

Looks more like a ground discovery that has been cleaned some.

 

The famous 'Jimmy Durante' variety.

Environmental damage......probably spent part of his life in the ground for a spell. Welcome to the forum young lady.

 

Welcome to the neighborhood, @ljc4457 !

It's either environmental or circulation damage. Me, I hate to dust!

Chris

 

Somebody painted it with black lacquer .
Here's a quarter I have ...

 

Well, besides the black color, it's certainly been corroded.

 

damage

 

Looks like it was painted or coated with something.