The hard part about this topic is being able to look at a coin and knowing if the coin can be helped. That's not something you learn overnight and...
Toning will always be a hot topic. Many don't agree with the TPGs on what toning they will straight grade. So we already have a mess. There are...
And you think that those that have been in this hobby for many years are not in it for the fun and joy? Let me be the next person to be rude to...
Nice job. The coin looks much better.
I'll go with AU details. Nice coin.
I'll vote Photoshop.
I have had coins graded just because they have a special meaning to me or just want a nice coin in a protective holder. I just sent in a large...
Try xylene next. It won't hurt anything.
charley's post was 100% correct.
No. Acetone will not etch the coin.
I agree with not sending these coins in. You will not like the results.
Let the coin soak for a few hours in the acetone for the first bath and throw out that acetone. Don't let the coin dry and soak a few more hours...
The presentation was great. I have a much better understanding of what to look for.
I'll start by saying that it was really fun and busy most of the time. I went in on Wed. dealer setup day and was able to get some stuff done...
I'm sorry. I left about an hour ago. Four days of walking was enough. I may just hang out at the hotel bar for the rest of today.
The coin has had a tough life. Nothing more.
Only 2 days to FUN. Hope you can make it.
This is an example of the label PCI used for problem coins. I may send it to PCGS someday. It has toned a bit over the years and has a good chance...
That image is just an example of the labels used. Not my coins. Note the fonts used. The sixes and nines are the easy way to tell the difference.
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