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<p>[QUOTE=&quot;lucyray, post: 1818966, member: 24565&quot;]It is difficult not to read everyone&#039;s answers..</p><p><br /></p><p>It seems as if this is an ongoing debate..does gold tone?&nbsp; It does!&nbsp; Whether as a result of alloys (internal factors) or contamination (external factors), gold does tone.&nbsp; The higher the fineness goes, the lesser the toning one would think.&nbsp; Since we do not experience 1.0 fineness, there&#039;s always the possibility.&nbsp; </p><p><br /></p><p>I see that one can seek restoration for their toned gold.&nbsp; I did not know that.&nbsp; This toning is not necessarily a defect, but instead a characteristic Some gold owners appreciate.&nbsp; It does not necessarily affect the value, although the value of a numismatic piece may be affected.&nbsp; So, however, does cleaning that same piece.</p><p><br /></p><p>A holder will not prevent toning in gold.&nbsp; There&#039;s always that internal mix to contend with.</p><p><br /></p><p>BTW, there is an older thread here on Cointalk discussing these points if anyone is interested in a detailed explanation.</p><p><br /></p><p>I wish I could write this more succinctly!</p><p><br /></p><p>Lucy[/QUOTE]</p><p><br /></p>

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