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<p>[QUOTE=&quot;Shortgapbob, post: 225553, member: 6088&quot;]Surface porosity would be any pitting and rough surfaces on the metal caused by the copper&#039;s reaction to the environment. If those dark areas are just dirt, then the coin would be worth considerably more than if the dark areas are covering up pitting and damage on the coins surfaces from being exposed to the elements over time.&nbsp; </p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>After looking at the coin closer, it does have some decent detail.&nbsp; I think the coin could grade Fne-12, from a details standpoint.&nbsp; The letters in Liberty appear to all be visible, although not completely readable.&nbsp; The reverse is fairly strong to warrant this grade.&nbsp; Of course, any environmental damage on the coin would affect the grade and value as well.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Again, congratulations on a great find![/QUOTE]</p><p><br /></p>

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