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<p>[QUOTE="petro89, post: 1752021, member: 17048"]Personally... I'd stay away from both, but it really depends on what you're looking for. I used to own one 2 cent piece and that was one I bought on an impulse and later regretted cause I ended up not liking the looks of it. I didn't spend much, but that isn't the point. If you are asking opinions, that means that you probably aren't sure yourself if you like them or not...</p><p> </p><p>The first coin has nice detail, but the color is off. I think it is downright ugly (assuming the color is accurately shown in the pictures). That means that it probably has been cleaned at some point, and they did more damage than good which is almost always the case.</p><p> </p><p>The 2nd coin has a nice honest look to it in my opinion, but the rim damage on the top would make me pass. It is unfortunate, cause I really do like the patina and overall look otherwise.</p><p> </p><p>Again, it goes back to what you are buying it for. If you are looking for a type coin of a nice 2 cent piece, you would be better off passing on both and being patient. If you are looking to put together a set of them at a certain price and these meet your needs regardless of being problem coins, then they may be ok.[/QUOTE]</p><p><br /></p>
[QUOTE="petro89, post: 1752021, member: 17048"]Personally... I'd stay away from both, but it really depends on what you're looking for. I used to own one 2 cent piece and that was one I bought on an impulse and later regretted cause I ended up not liking the looks of it. I didn't spend much, but that isn't the point. If you are asking opinions, that means that you probably aren't sure yourself if you like them or not... The first coin has nice detail, but the color is off. I think it is downright ugly (assuming the color is accurately shown in the pictures). That means that it probably has been cleaned at some point, and they did more damage than good which is almost always the case. The 2nd coin has a nice honest look to it in my opinion, but the rim damage on the top would make me pass. It is unfortunate, cause I really do like the patina and overall look otherwise. Again, it goes back to what you are buying it for. If you are looking for a type coin of a nice 2 cent piece, you would be better off passing on both and being patient. If you are looking to put together a set of them at a certain price and these meet your needs regardless of being problem coins, then they may be ok.[/QUOTE]
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