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<p>[QUOTE=&quot;walterallen, post: 538191, member: 4068&quot;]Sorry I took so long to respond to you. </p><p><br /></p><p>MS (Mint State) a condition, means the coin was never in circulation. There are various grades of MS, MS60 - MS70. </p><p><br /></p><p>About the dust, if you can&#039;t dispel the dust with a quick breath blow then leave it alone for now. Rubbing the coin to remove dust or what ever may result in lowering the grade in the end. </p><p><br /></p><p>Its understandable that you want to resolve this issue and possible other ones quickly to enjoy the result you expect. How ever once you fail at restoration it can not be undone, so patience will have a big reward.</p><p><br /></p><p>Depending on the composition of the coin, what its made of, the things you can safely do will differ. Do some research on cleaning coins, here at CT there have been many discussion on the topic. Then try some techniques on coins that it won&#039;t matter if you ruin while you learn to perfect the process. </p><p><br /></p><p>Starting with 2X2 storage is a great way to begin with preservation. I buy them in 100 count boxes @ 4.95 a box. I get 2X2&#039;s for half dollars which will also accommodate modern dollar coins as well. The quarter 2X2&#039;s I also use for nickels, and the cent 2X2 also hold my dimes. Then I put them into binder pages that hold 20 2X2&#039;s. </p><p><br /></p><p>The best suggestion I can give you is to buy a copy of the Red Book. This book will answer many many question about coins, but don&#039;t count on the price guide to be anything but a very rough ball park &quot;retail&quot; price, if that. </p><p><br /></p><p>Well to the world of coin collecting. Take your time, enjoy your treasures.</p><p><br /></p><p>Allen[/QUOTE]</p><p><br /></p>

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