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<p>[QUOTE=&quot;houston_ray, post: 32939, member: 1943&quot;]I recently purchased a 1909-S Lincoln cent that is in VF20 condition.&nbsp; If it&#039;s tilted just right in very bright light, it has a bit of a golden shine to it.&nbsp; Under normal light, or if not held at the &quot;correct angle&quot; it has a normal brown appearance.&nbsp; &nbsp; </p><p><br /></p><p>Could it have been lightly cleaned? Or is it just as likely that this coin simple wore naturally this way?&nbsp; I realize I have no photos to show you.</p><p><br /></p><p>Furthermore, if I study the coin under a 10X loop, I don&#039;t see any abrasions or shine spots.</p><p><br /></p><p>Am I being too picky? What is the spectrum of natural toning on copper coins?</p><p><br /></p><p>Thanks...............</p><p><br /></p><p>Houston_Ray[/QUOTE]</p><p><br /></p>

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