I do not accept that as a fact until you can prove mathematically that the striking pressure is lower simply because the collar is missing. Based...
In all fairness, only the * designation is specifically related to eye appeal. I like the designation but it rarely influences my decision...
I prefer my copper RB [img] I covet eye appeal and originality above all else. Remember that originality has two meanings. One means the...
Oh no! Three times in a week or so. With the exception of the debateable timeline, I have to agree with you Doug!
Here is a quote of the relevant portion of one of my posts on this topic including a link to the associated thread. Fads are phenomenons that...
I know of nobody on this forum who disputes that long ago toned coins sold for less than their untoned counterparts. The general disagreement is...
From what I have seen in this thread, the purpose of the product is to accelarate the toning process with the intent of hiding problems such as...
The surface looks to have been etched by some chemical.
At no point during the minting process is the coin ever in a liquid state. Even the hardest alloys will demonstrate a measure of malleability...
Now contrast the coin above with a 1974 with contact marks. Your error example was also a 1974 IIRC. The striking issues of the Jefferson Nickel...
Doug, Please explain how all of these marks are concentrated in the area that represents the highest point of the coin (the jaw) and there are...
Let's get back on track! [img]
IIRC, that is two in a row (me agreeing with you). Maybe someone hypnotized me! LOL!
I agree with Doug!
I think it is foolish to speak in absolutes, but I understand your frustration.
I agree with Leadfoot. I would call it QT with a strong chance that it is market acceptable. My concern is that the OP is showing us want he...
[img] [img] Two different looks are common.
Is there something wrong with the photo auto-resizer in the program software? I know that v-bulletin has the capability because other forums have it.
Wanna bet! He started the thread right after he got here. It got ugly and it got moved. Doug will have to settle the debate!
I clearly remember responding to a thread of his about this subject right after he joined the forum. I can't find that thread now. I wonder what...
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