I don't show my coins to anyone in person, but when I show them online, the two coins that get the most attention are coincidentally my most...
I agree with Chip, I say MS64. However, based on the size of those photos, it really is a guess.
The rest of the numismatic community does not agree with your opinion. While the Weimar White fans will call any toning damage, they represent the...
While you may find this coin attractive, most people would not. I can make that statement confidently because otherwise, coins wouldn't get...
It occurs to me that for almost two years I have been posting beautiful rainbow toned coins on this forum and getting very mixed reactions. I...
I don't own any of the new NGC problem coin holders and don't even know how they net grade. My guess is AU Details NET Grade XF45 Altered Surfaces.
In honor of such a fantastic post, I would like to post a phenomenal toned coin that represents the author's favorite series. Take a bow Jason,...
My candidate for steal of the year in 2010 is any 1936-1942 proof cameo coin. They are exceedingly rare and are much more attractive than the...
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I am afraid I can't answer your question since I have never toned my own coins.
He is no more reckless in his attempts to educate others than many of the members on these forums. You have guys who spout Weimar White's lunacy...
So which is it? In your first post you state there are numerous minor varieties indicating that the 3 legged Buffalo is a minor variety. In you...
Now I have to post for Doug. He will say the key is intent. If the intent is to accelerate the toning rate, it is AT. The problem is, how does...
Mike, The way your question is phrased leaves it wide open. Typically, the answer will be true, a nice collection is not assembled by looking...
The general argument is that storing coins in items that were specifically designed to store coins can't be considered AT despite the fact that it...
I feel compelled to point out that everyone should be careful about the predictions they make regarding BNB. Like it or not, he sees the world...
I bought it on E-Bay a few years ago if I recall correctly. It is very nice and certainly worth a premium (1.5-2X Wholesale) but I don't know...
d) Greed of dealers < cheapness of collectors Numismatics is one of the only businesses in the world where the consumer (collector) has access...
In that case, your best bet is to get a hold of some old Wayte Raymond holders and place the coins in them. Those holders were known for...
Nobody is going to answer your question. You may not consider giving mother nature a shove AT, but everyone else will. Those who know how but...
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