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<p>[QUOTE=&quot;Akovia, post: 1054908, member: 28060&quot;]I really appreciate the in-depth explanations and especially the wonderful pictures. (Even though I really like nice toning, that bottom Mercury dime is absolutely fantastic!)</p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p>This makes perfect sense and I guess would have been obvious if I had thought about it a little more. There are definitely different factors to consider as both have led much different lives. I guess that&#039;s why I thought there might actually be some true collect-ability for perfectly worn, yet undamaged coins. It would take quite unique circumstances to find such coins thus making them rare in their own right. There is nothing quite like the deep contrast on old silver coins that have been rubbed smooth on the very high points, and the crevices are almost black. </p><p><br /></p><p>Maybe in the future I will be able to delve into the Proof and Mint State world as they have their own unique charm. I really do appreciate a perfectly struck, and brilliant coin, but I&#039;m afraid that most are out of my reach for now. Until then, and even then I&#039;m sure I&#039;ll still covet the well circulated coins that are chock full of character. At least it sounds as if I won&#039;t pay a hefty premium unless it&#039;s a key date or rare for another reason.</p><p><br /></p><p>Many Thanks,</p><p>Ako[/QUOTE]</p><p><br /></p>

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