Guess I have to get my rock tumbler out and charge it with some Silver Eagles, ceramic buffer pieces, and fine grit!
I recall seeing an old thread about putting coins in a rock tumbler that led to, well, let's say some interesting reactions.
Keep it by itself (we want wear, not marks) in a side pocket. Back pockets don't work. Not enough motion unless you are a dancer.
Your backside may be bigger than mine or you sit a lot! In the quest for additional info , this question calls for a poll!
I'm serious not ! I've never heard or seen a back pocket used to wear down a coin. I guess you were just making a joke or DO back pockets work better?
I've been carrying this coin nigh on 8 years now.......maybe longer. One thing though.......I carry a lot (I say, a lot) of change in my pocket so maybe the extra pieces, along with the keys and pocket knife, act like a rock tumbler.
It does look cool but not $495 cool. I always thought worn coins were a part of history and showed that history in a cool way. I guess I was wrong. Or maybe not.
I have to agree honestly..... If I was doing a "low ball grade" collection or however you wish to call it, I say that would be a highlight. I think it's neat to see it that worn.... that modern of a coin with that ware..... if that coin could talk.
No, I don't carry one any longer. This one was the last example, there were others that preceded it. This one was sold to another forum member several years ago.