There was someone here who was pompously insisting that you should clean coins with a pencil eraser ("a soft one, of course"). I don't remember if...
Yep, and I've also heard of the little old lady saying "no, I don't trust coin shops". I don't automatically trust them either -- but I generally...
"Evil"? I'd rather see people relieve their boredom with a common coin than vandalize someone else's property, or injure living creatures.
Cool! I wonder what variety references they check against as they're examining each cent under a microscope? :rolleyes:
The PCGS full view seems to support that. Also, given the lighter patch around the black spot, I'd guess someone's already tried to work on it and...
But, hey, if you put it up on eBay you only have to convince a couple of other people that it's interesting... ;)
Based on the comments I've seen here, if the Standing Liberty obverse or the Buffalo obverse were introduced today as a new design -- that is, if...
I wouldn't be nearly as worked up about it if he weren't so damned successful at it, judging from his completed listings. :rage: I keep saying...
What to do about a seller like this? Disabled Vet Selling 1927-D Key Peace Dollar 90% Silver** CHRISTMAS Gift ** [ATTACH] I have no reason to...
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Doesn't it bug you, though, not having room to improve? ;)
Where and how do you suppose they did this? I got email myself from a dealer that was offering a $100 premium (oooooh, aaaaah) for anyone who...
Yes, milder acids will preferentially dissolve the nickel, leaving the copper behind. I've left dateless Buffalo nickels to soak in vinegar too...
I don't think that's paint. I think that's acid damage. It looks like the copper-colored areas are eaten into the coin.
Well? Is he wrong?
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Looks like it may be time to put it up on eBay as the UNIQUE "MIME" VARIETY.
Now, that's some GOOD pickin'! Where was that coin shop again? ;)
For all the complaining we get every time the Mint comes out with a new design, I have to say: I like these designs a whole lot.
Ah, if only. :rolleyes:
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