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<p>[QUOTE=&quot;Lehigh96, post: 1072346, member: 15309&quot;]The only way to steer clear of toned coins is to buy untoned coins.&nbsp; Most of the untoned coins in the market have been dipped.&nbsp; I don&#039;t forsee the entire collecting base flocking to coins that they know have been messed with just because the toned coins that they actually like might have been messed with.&nbsp; Despite what the idiots in magazines might be saying, the toned coin market has faired very well during the current economic recession.</p><p><br /></p><p>If you are interested in toned coins but want to limit the chance of unknowingly buying an AT coin, follow this advice:</p><p><br /></p><p>1)&nbsp; When buying toned coins, purchase only certified coins graded by PCGS or NGC.&nbsp; DO NOT BUY RAW TONED COINS.&nbsp; While buying only certified coins does not guarantee that the toning is natural, it signifies that the toning is market acceptable and serves as a financial safety net for the coin.</p><p><br /></p><p>2)&nbsp; Do not buy coins with unusual toning patterns and color schemes.&nbsp; Stick to the common patterns and search for a coin that has excellent luster and vibrant colors.</p><p><br /></p><p>3)&nbsp; Do not pay exorbatant premiums for toned coins until you have the requisite experience and confidence to judge the qualities of the coin for yourself.</p><p><br /></p><p>4)&nbsp; Ask for opinions before you purchase the coin, not after.&nbsp; You can always post a photo of your potential purchase on Cointalk and solicit opinions before you buy.&nbsp; If you are worried about others buying your coin, you can always contact me via PM for a private opinion.</p><p><br /></p><p>My last comment is about the information that you get on forums such as these.&nbsp; If you ask for opinions, you will get all kinds from all kinds of people.&nbsp; Before lending weight to a particular opinion, it is wise to consider the credentials of the person lending advice before accepting their opinion.[/QUOTE]</p><p><br /></p>

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