I agree. I have never had acetone turn any copper or copper-plated coin pink. Ketchup will. It’s a mild acidic. Also, strong acidics, like...
@David travers ...a close-up of the date has been requested 6 times now...Spark
NGC lists a 14-D at G4 for $155. IMO you would be able to sell it for about 100-125 in current condition...there is still the question of...
@AirborneReams ...try distilled water first, a good soak of 24 hours. Then pat dry, never rub. If no change, try a diluted acetone of 25% for an...
@David travers ...Please, supply a clear, in-focus close-up of the date...Spark
...and you will never see one exactly like that again, because it has been uniquely damaged somehow, someway. You would have a very difficult...
I see flattening of the hair, so no to FH. I also see abrasion or a scuff both on the drape that covers the lowest part of the shield and on the...
Looks very nice, carbon spots detract some but overall nice DDR-001. Can you divulge a ballpark price that you paid for it? I’m curious what...
...agreed to 20 at first, but you are right...not enough LIBERTY...Spark
@Jay latour ...glare and reflection can mimic doubling. Diffused light is hard to accomplish but is better. 2 light sources at 10 and 2 o’clock...
@Sabrina Fehr ...also, next time you post, tell us where you see the doubling (if any) and include a close-up pic of the area...Spark
Cogent point. Another sobering thought...the TPGs certify fakes occasionally too...although, to be fair, that is always gonna be the exception...
It takes a few days to enable after you first join, contact a moderator if you still have the problem a week from now. @desertgem @lordmarcovan...
Agree...64...Spark
...it could also be machine doubling or die deterioration...if you think about it, a die crack is also a form of deterioration...Spark
It ‘s possible, but very unlikely unless you can match it at Variety Vista or Wexler/doubleddie.com. 72 years, most varieties are known. To have...
Yes, it appears to be a die crack. Did you have another question?…Spark
Give us an idea what bothers you about it...Spark
I think “struck through grease” is normally used...this coin looks to have a slight dose in both areas mentioned, but still NAV...becoming more...
Looks like normal wear and tear for 1985. Very common. ...Spark
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