Send it in for authentication. If it authenticates, then you got one of 900 - even if its not the best example.
Grave digging on the first post, huh? :D Welcome to CT.
Ancients are perfect for those who want to handle coins without worrying about decreasing their value.
No perfect way. Anytime a coin is removed from its airtite and handled, the possibility for damage exists.
I thought the language was fine - it just takes a moment to understand the relationship between the negative, positive, die, and planchet. Thanks...
Only pre 82 (and some 82s - if you can tell the difference).
Save pre 82 cents, but other than that, do not invest in copper.
G-10 to F-12, light corrosion.
Nice move non cents. I did not collect ancients until some of the members at this site opened my eyes. Also, I like the posted coin - especially...
Nice one kelleef!
No. Gold does not readily oxidize in salt water (excepting low karat gold).
Stay away from the olive oil.
Post pictures.
Send it back in, and for a fee they will re-slab it for you.
There are those - especially with certain key date Morgans - that do make money by purchasing what they believe to be an under-graded coin,...
Very Cool!
I'd say die wear.
Looks possible to me.
Whizzing cannot be hid - whether it is detected is another matter. I believe a whizzed coin can become gradable if all altered metal is worn away...
Should those who are not sufficiently experienced at grading raw coins to the point that they grade within a point or two of TPGs or experienced...
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