Man, the results were posted too fast! I didn't even have a chance on this round.
It's amazing, but it must have been properly stored.....a rare thing for a copper.
This is true. I've had NGC bag a few toners over the past year that were definately NT. I submitted using my dealer and he has also had a lot of...
I suggest reading the book Coin Chemistry by W.White. It's a bit dated now, but he was able to tone coins in slabs using hydrogen sulfide. I hope...
If it's a BU cent sitting in a 2x2 or album, it will likely never tone. The mint is using a chemical surface protectant that is VERY good. Well...
As always.....AWESOME coins! Thanks for sharing, I love looking at your collection. :D
Assuming it's done properly, does not damage the surface and coin is market acceptable afterward, it's conservation.
Hydrogen sulfide: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hydrogen_sulfide Unless you're a chemist, you won't be able to convert elemental sulfur to...
HAHAHAHAHAHAHAH.....great one Carl! :D
I agree, but I don't agree with your terminology. There's a difference between cleaning and conserving a coin. Cleaning - A harsh process that...
Like Doug said, they are ruined. They will always have signs of cleaning. Silver tones due to exposure to hydrogen sulfide. I recommend reading...
Great pics! Very nice!
Far from the truth. A band-aid has merely been placed over the gushing wound. It continues to bleed, the result of socialism and...
I don't know....but it sure is COOL! Looks like a "horror" font!
3 penny 5 cent coins LOLOLOLOL :D
66 45 30 30
Interesting article, nice job! I'm still somewhat perplexed as to how you traveling dealers can make enough money to cover expenses. All I could...
Many people collect grease filled coins. The money they bring is proportional to the quality of the coin. I don't think this one is good enough to...
What? Only 2.4 million bucks! BARGAIN!
Thanks for sharing them! As always, you have some extraordinary PENNIES in your collection. :D
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