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Message:: [QUOTE="gbroke, post: 1647686, member: 22585"]I would be much more suspicious of a blast white coin that was minted 50, 100, or more years ago. Natural toning is a sign that a coin has not been dipped, cleaned or messed with in some way. Ever notice on PCGS photograde that the coins that represent the highest grades are mostly all toned? When coins get "corroded" and enhances the eye appeal, that's when a premium is added. For every coin that tones attractively, there are much more that don't. Either way, it's a personal choice. I mean, I don't understand why anyone would collect Franklins. I think the TPG's should finally admit they are ugly and body bag them all. I don't collect blast white coins because then my collection would look like everyone else's blast white collection. With toners, you have a very personal collection. You will always recognize one of your toners as well since they are all unique. Like I mentioned, collecting toners takes experience and a good understanding as to why the coin toned. Don't get me wrong, for every natural toned coin on eBay, there are 100 that are artificially toned. Also, let's not confuse AT/NT with the TPG's opinions on what is actually "market acceptable".[/QUOTE]