I didn't know what they were either...I found this on a forum... "Tidy House was a soap products company that gave away or sold Morgan coins as promotions during the mid 1960s. Most were BU Morgans from newly distributed Treasury Bags. They were placed in cardboard inserts which, over time, toned the coins from the sulfur in the cardboard." -LTB
Louie_Two_Bits: Thanks for the lightning fast answer to my question. I thought it was a slang term of some sort. Thanks again!
The toning acquired by many of the Morgans that were distributed by Tidy House was referred to as "Tid-E-Bowl" toning after one of the Tidy House products. The coins developed a beautiful irridescent blue around the rim with golden or amber tones in the center. You should be aware that coin doctors have attempted to duplicate these colors, but oftentimes, the central part of the coin will be too much of a reddish gold color. Some toner collectors used to think that if a coin was toned on both sides that it had been AT'ed, but there are many certified examples with toning on both sides. Chris
Are these photos of Tidy House coins? Fascinating! I just googled to read more.. very interesting. I probably want one now! (For the history of it.)(And as a soapmaker)
Do you know whats nice about this site??? Well I learn something every once in a while. Thanks for the history lesson. Dean 295
I love the toning on these coins. Shame you can't find nice toners in these holders for less than about $150.
You can get a nice one in the original holder w/nice golden toning on both sides for $69 Just type in Tidy House, so more results come up.
