After seeing Lance's coins, I would have guessed a details holder too. It just looks too flat.
It's 100% fake, I've seen this exact fake many times over.
It's a nice RPM, probably worth $2-3. The BIE die chip is considered damage by serious collectors and will actually lower the value. Also, if...
Welcome to CT! The correct term is doublED die for the future. There is no such thing as a "double die". The pictures are small but I think I...
PCGS atrributes these, just make sure it's on the submission form. The value is just approximate, I'd put it at $300. ANACS is definately the #1...
Nice, looks MS, usually under $10 in value. Like Rob said, the ones with dates are more prized.
1983 - Die det doubling, common 1972 - Definately a DDO, probably a minor one. Compare what you see to the copper coins website:...
I agree Lance, but like you said, the damage is done. Once you have pits like this, all you can do is try to arrest the process. VC definately...
Better pictures! MS-63RD.....it's a nice find!!
http://www.ebay.com/itm/220853803211?ssPageName=STRK:MESELX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1558.l2649
Looks like there was a hole in the 2x2 mylar. Personally, I consider black very bad on silver.
Not at all, VC is completely different across the board....it's dramatically improved. :)
VERDI-GONE has been discontinued and replaced with VERDI-CARE.
VERDI-CARE is the only solution for light to moderate verdigris without damaging the coin. Heavy verdigris cannot be removed without strong acids...
Not like a fungus, verdigris is primarily inorganic and non-living. However, with temperature swings and humidity it can release some of the...
Welcome to CT! You have what we call a "nicely toned" cent. The funny color is collectible, be sure to handle coins only by the rim (edge) and...
Looks like plain, old verdigris. I can't tell what the coin is, does it contain copper?
Agree, verdigris (especially with direct contact) will spread from coin to coin. An infected coin supplies feed-stock for verdigris to form on...
Agree 100%, also, to be safe, e-z est should be diluted with distilled water at first. I like Jim's recommendation of 50% to start.
Much nicer replacement coin! Congrats on your NP!
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