Okay so I understand toning is just a nice way of saying tarnish. Coins can tone in all sorts of ways, it can have a beautiful rainbow tone, a...
Now that I think of it...I see some foreign coppers toning real nicely. [IMG] Although I typically don't see this on LCs.
You could use some automotive scratch remover.
I checked a few dealers and saw prices $400+ for MS64. The toning is really nice.
I wish I could afford this coin. The patina is just mouthwatering....
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Here is my two cent piece. Pick a coin from 1880. Pretty much all 1880 Barber Halves are here. Not saying a 1880 Barber half is rare, but just...
Some people believe if you open a 2x2 near a coin, that the microparticles of cardboard dust leftover from the manufacturing process will blow...
There are many problems at auctions. 1. Bullion buyers who like to power trip. If a gold coin has a melt value of $200. Your bid is $180, they...
I like it but would look better in one large holder.
About 3 years ago I was getting 2x2s for 2.5 cents each. Now they have gone up from 4 cents to 5.5 cents each. While this seems like a small...
Everyone on here says don't pay $25+ to slab a $5 coin. But...why do I see SO MANY low value coins in slabs? I mean common pennies, dollar coins,...
What is your definition of coin collecting? Do you consider it a: A. Investment. Buying coins at a young age to "retire on" later in life? B....
I don't see a great interest in commens. That's why the price is so low. Go look at regular issue coins, in MS64 with around the same population...
I bought a 1936 MS-64 Cleveland Sentinel Half Dollar in MS-64. $125 shipped. [IMG] Although some may argue, $125 for a MS-64 coin with a...
Would be okay to use on junk silver bullion to "pretty up" a little bit.
What are you opinions on this 1863 Civil War Store Card? [IMG]
Well I soak them for about 30 seconds, I figure that's enough time. I did a test with several coins. Soaked one in acetone for 3 days, one for 24...
I have bought many old, low grade, low value coins over the years. I do not have a bunch of extra cash to toss around. As a result, I have many...
I had a barber quarter that was severely toned. Tarnished blacker than night itself. I make a good habit of soaking coins in acetone before...
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