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<p>[QUOTE=&quot;Lehigh96, post: 518515, member: 15309&quot;]Whizzing is a process where the coin is buffed in order to simulate cartwheel luster.&nbsp; Luster results from light reflecting off the flow lines created on the surface of the coin during the minting process.&nbsp; Once the coin wears the flow lines are worn away and the luster is gone.&nbsp; Whizzing mechanically recreates luster by moving the metal on the surface, thereby basically recreating the effect seen by the flow lines.&nbsp; Whizzing is usually accomplished by using a high speed drill with an attachment.</p><p><br /></p><p>And for the record, I have never actually whizzed a coin.&nbsp; I bought this Barber already whizzed for low AU money.&nbsp; I knew it was a problem coin when I bought it, but it was still very attractive so I pulled the trigger.&nbsp; I doubt I could get my money back if I sold it, but it is a very educational piece.[/QUOTE]</p><p><br /></p>

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