GTG 1941 D Jefferson

First, the nickel in the OP is not silver.

Second, while I agree that the ANACS slabs are known for toning coins, the appearance is not usually like this. This coin was most likely toned already before slabbing (I think it is natural and attractive).

Rim toning, where the coin is in contact with the holder, is far more common. I have much bolder examples than the one shown below, but can't locate pictures of them right now:

 

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My concern over AT is in relation to resale value only. If I find a coin attractive, I will include it in my collection, even if the toning is questionable in nature. In case you doubt my conviction on the subject, perhaps you would like to see my 1941-D Jefferson.

 

I do not doubt your conviction. I question your falling for their arbitrary standards. They love it that they gave you an intellectual means to condemn tarnish you do not happen to like, even though "AT," "QT" and "NT" tarnish is exactly that and only that, tarnish. When it is not tarnish, that is different. When it is tarnish, it is grade-worthy. Period. The opinions of the self-made "numismatic experts" on "toning" (...they are so afraid to call tarnish what it is), notwithstanding. And, you are their chump if you do not collect what you like without regard to their cock-eyed "opinions"...period.

 

Same here Paddy.

 

No loop...sounds like me!

 

Nice coin Paddy...what do you think created/caused the blue toning?

 

You know different dates and medal mixtures create or don't certain colors. Sometimes it's the holder,sometimes where it was stored. I personally don't have a clue like Lehigh it the toning is pleasing to my eye why not pull the trigger.
I have a lot of nickels and the toned ones all differ , I have a 1962 proof that reminds me of cotton candy in color.

 

I like the blue & gold or bronze color scheme. Here is a 1950-D with a lighter version but still very attractive.

 

Nice 50 D I had a roll of them picked out 4 that were 64 FS, but most were weak strikes. But ya got to love how some tone that 62 proof of mine just screams a rainbow of pastel colors.

 

Would love to see it sometime Paddy!!
A dealer from KY, down @ the 'Nati coin show had about 30 pastel toned '60s proof nickels NGC PF65 slabbed, asking $25 each.
Also, there was a lone, Unc Details QC NGC slabbed proof nickel that looked just like the others.......... The questionable color slab scared me off, from buying one. I am still kicking myself though, they were all gorgeous coins, (even the QC one)

 

Heavy I'll dig it out tomorrow and image it. I'm off for 4 days now! Had a store to set and train the associates . It's been another long 12 days.
I may even have time to hit a coin shop.

 

@heavycam.monstervam

Hey buddy I got to do some more searching to find that coin.
But I though until I find it you may like this one.

It's sort or rare.... like 1655 known to exist , an $1875-1900. Proof nickel this one going to be auctioned soon! It also has a slight reverse rotation .

 

Nice , it's a missing MM variety no?
I don't recall ever seeing one of these, and, If you didn't price it so high, I may not have caught on so quickly....

 

Yes the 1971 S - no -S Proof Jefferson Nickel . I had at one time two proof sets both had this variety in them. I picked what I thought was the best nickel and had it graded by PCGS. Came back as a proof 67 deep camo.

 

I thought is was a No S...that is a very nice coin.

 

It's called a s no s variety

 

@heavycam.monstervam
Here ya go Heavy the 61 and 62 toned Jeff's