Here is a link to a discussion here in 2008. Try Google, it is your friend. https://www.cointalk.com/threads/first-federal-coin-corp.33519/
Well, those are bands wrapped around the torch. In fact they are very similar to the bands wrapped around the fasces on the Mercury dime.
I've tried this at least 100 times. Works great. A couple of good pops and you're there. Unwrap the towel and check after the first couple of...
This is what it should look like. [IMG]
I wonder if PCGS is under this impression of the law? They threatened a copyright lawsuit against a forum member because he hosted a website of...
NGC hasn't designated "Toned" on their slabs for several years.
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I fell for the subtle toning. [IMG]
You'll know a proof when you see it. The difference between a circulation strike and proof strike is dramatic. The proof surface is mirror like,...
Recently added this to my toned Roosie set. I don't even mind the fingerprints. [IMG]
Here is a photo I took of a Peace dollar with similar toning. The coin is owned by a PCGS member. Photo was taken 5-6 years ago. No toning on the...
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Not only are the coins phenomenal, but the effort, time and creative ability to put together a virtual coin board of this beauty leaves me...
Love the Roosie!!
New purchase courtesy of Skyman MS67* [IMG] [IMG]
It has a lot of detail, but I'm not seeing any of the diagnostics. It doesn't matter how much it resembles a proof VDB, without the diagnostics it...
Yes, unless the USPS has an unfortunate accident.
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