I've never done this before, but I'll give it a try.
I tested the vinegar method with one corroded Buffalo Nickel before I soaked the rest. It was very worn and I think I probably left a bit too...
I want this for @lardan Thanks LordM for another awesome giveaway! [ATTACH]
Will do. Thanks everyone for your input.
I forgot to mention that I'm doing the vinegar method. 1883!? I'm quite certain the last digits are 85 or 86.:rolleyes:
I don't really see why not, but it doesn't hurt to ask (hopefully... ;)). Thank you for your time, information and opinions. Here's the coin in...
I need some advice on how to take pictures of coins with reflective surfaces, such as proofs. How do you stop the coin from reflecting the camera?...
I'm still learning myself, but the things I see that make me conclude it's MS-64 is: 1. I don't see wear, not AU 2. the fields don't have many...
MS-65
Sound is not a reliable way to determine if a nickel is silver. Silver War Nickels (1942-1945) have a large mintmarks located on the reverse side...
They're normal, all Philadelphia Jefferson Nickels 1938-1967 have no "P" except War Nickels. The ones on eBay you're seeing priced $1200 are...
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Thanks for sharing, a very attractive set overall. My favorite ancient is the Claudius Sestertius (I hope I said that right, I have no experience...
Entry Post. That coin could be an interesting conversation starter about the sometimes forgotten history of Germany before it was united. I...
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Here's my Lincoln-less Zincoln. :smuggrin: [ATTACH]
San Francisco did not mint any cents with mintmarks 1956-1967. Do you have a Red Book? If so all this information can be found inside.
The mintmark is damaged, also San Francisco didn't make any cents in 1959.
I just noticed I said this was the: but it actually is the cross and stars variety. :banghead:
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