lol! The state quarters are now worth 75 cents!
yes, I was being very general. Dipping actually removes a thin layer from the metal. The more the damage, the deeper and prominent the damage will...
Doug, I used to think you were nuts when you once said even Dansco albums will damage coins. That was a year or so ago. I pulled out and looked...
That would completely depend on the cause of the toning, and yes, if the diping is not done properly. I am not convinced that the 'professionals'...
Absolutely that would be fair to say. In most cases, the actual 'trigger' for the toning is sulfur, in combination with humidity.
I can see it like that.
I wouldn't say 'damage' because the TPG's will grade them, and in some cases give them a designtaion for extraordinary eye appeal. It isn't...
Good point on 'butt ugly'. The term 'toned' covers a huge range of looks and color. Most 'toned' coins do look like what they are, tarnished. The...
Well, from the questions and answers, it sound s like you may get bullion. However, this groupon is redeemed at their phoenix location only.
This is a good question. I personally like toned coins. Heres why: Nice toning (aka colorful) give the coin some very distinct characteristics...
I remember your post about this guy! Glad he was busted :)
Sounds like you are right about them being plated. This could have been done for many reasons. Experiment, or possibly for a novelty. Maybe they...
Hey Matt, What city/state was it in? So I can scour craigslist and other local selling platforms. edit: Duh, just saw it in your profile....
I really wish people wouldn't post to threads when they have nothing to contribute, and in fact, are complaining themselves. As far as the no...
I would venture to say it is MS65 and I would pay up to $45 for it. It's very nice, looks to have great luster. Not sure about that mint mark...
:(Massively damaged, but not low grade. [img]
That must have been before the step designations. That 44-D certainly appears to have 5 fs.
Oh ok, that is good to know. thank you. I guess that must be the first NGC + I have seen!
That is stunning. What's with the plus? I thought NGC was * and PCGS was +.
Wow, very nice.
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