Obviously the coin has no value over a cent and is damaged so it doesn't matter if it's cleaned. This is a public forum though. My point is to...
It won't do it if you use a circulated coin. Try an aluminum proof for the best "worst" results.
Look at what the OP was asking for: This coin is extremely over price. It meets the OP's guidelines. Having said that, I believe it's a scam...
You can readily see the damage to the surfaces from the brushing in the pictures... Anyway it's just damage. Did not happen at the mint. It's...
Here's a scam I keep seeing when doing my eBay searches. Do read the full description. The seller is quite spirited in selling what is basically...
The problem with the term specimen is that it's already a non-numismatic word with a clear definition - "an example of something such as a product...
The US Mint really went off the rails at the end of the 90s. Virtually nothing past that point is worth collecting, save for a few high end PM...
I don't think it's something left on the coin. My theory has been that it has to do with rapid oxidation. The coin is coming out of a cold bath...
I wouldn't be surprised to see it in an MS62 slab. I'd send it in. Gold is tough to photograph and tends to look worse than it does in hand.
Agreed. I have a friend who collects Talers. For those there are both a lot of fakes and restrikes - many of which were nearly contemporary, but...
Acetone does not affect the metal itself on any coin, but I've seen a strange effect on probably a dozen aluminum coins. Mint state aluminum coins...
There are absolutely details coins that should be in a holder. Reasons to knowingly submit a details coin for slabbing: The coin is...
Can't tell from the photos if that is toning or due to residue, however, I would absolutely soak it in acetone. If it's residue or if there is any...
Ever watch Fight Club? They permanently scar their hands with caustic lye, which is also acid free. MS70 is similarly a strong base.
First, you're not using it as directed. Read the label. It specifies how to apply it and what metals it is appropriate for. It's not to be used as...
You'll need to post some pictures to get a good answer.
Most series have only one type, therefore there is most often no distinction as to the group of coins referred to by using either term. However,...
Sure. I really need to photograph them though. I do have the slabbed PLs on Collective Coin here:...
These were some cell phone pics I took of the coin in the submission flip before I sent it in. It doesn't capture the mirrored surfaces but it...
The Austro-Hungarian 2 Corona was only minted for three years, making it a fairly short but enjoyable set to collect. I have recently completed my...
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