THAT'S what it's all about my friend :) Anytime at all ;) Oh welllllllllllll, that's just because you haven't seen my copper yet :D...
It's not that the coins are rare - they aren't. To me something that is rare means there are only a few that exist - say less than 10. But...
It's not often I'll disagree with you clad - but some of these are anything but cheap. The "82 & '83 P & D sets currently sell for anywhere from...
Let me put it this way - there is no US Proof set issued 1950 and later that is rare. Sellers use the term in the hope that potential buyers will...
Speedy only you can decide what's a good idea and what's a bad idea - for you. Besides, I think you already know my thoughts on the subject...
It's amazing what changes take place as knoweldge & experience are increased ;)
Don't misunderstand me - I am all in favor of removing harmful substances like PVC and verdigris from coins. But plain ordinary dirt such as...
Oxidation and toning are the same thing. It's just that it can take different forms, colors and looks. Something you might want to consider if...
Now THAT'S a novel approach Speedy :D
I've never seen anything like it either :eek: Only a guess - but I wonder if perhaps the zinc is corroding under the copper layer and causing...
My mistake - Anton is correct. I read the next line down :o
Hmmmmm - then I reckon the best place to start is to look and see what HAS been done already ;) click here
I asked Mike Diamond his opinion on this and he referred me to this article in CONECA - Click Here It appears the coins are as they should be.
I have to agree - it looks like ordinary toning.
You're more than welcome. Any time you have a problem with something or a question - just ask ;)
Now about the coin, the correct name is a Roosevelt dime. It appears to be an ordinary dime that has toned. And based on the way the toning is...
You did OK daggit ;) But here's a little help for ya - [IMG] [IMG]
You see the same thing I do - the AM is almost touching on the '93. And the other diagnostics for a business strike appear to be correct as well....
Well I wasn't able to find out much additional info - I don't have any books specializing on Polish coinage. But I know the coin was issued by...
Ahhhhhhhh - it all makes sense now ;) Welcome to you too Mom :D Feel free to ask any questions ya like !
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