Gold tint

What makes a normally silver colored coin look gold? I don't have a picture.

 

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could be environmental issues,
or a gold plated coin.

Without a photo of both sides of it,
it'll be hard to know what caused it.

 

It is probably Toning - the discoloration or light patina that forms on the surface of coins due to oxygen and chemicals in the air acting on the metal. This oxidation can result in a variety and level of toning and also depends on the properties of the metal. It can come in a variety of colors such as a gold tint.

 

Thanks for the info

 

Yeah, I have a Standing Liberty Quarter that is toned a really nice gold...it just happens sometimes.

 

I have several early 60's proof sets with varying degrees of gold tones, especially the nickels. The 60's were great for about every color of toning there is.