@jmlanzaf said:
As others have stated, this isn't a question worth asking. Colorized coins are not new nor is their slabbing. The sexiest slab of all time:
@jmlanzaf said:
As others have stated, this isn't a question worth asking. Colorized coins are not new nor is their slabbing. The sexiest slab of all time:
And this is what it has now lead to for 2020!
Since we’re talking about the US Mint here, I had an interesting experience with a B&M dealer who also worked for the major auction houses. Her view was that she wished the US Mint made coins like these because although she had a lot of higher end PCGS coins, she said the kids wanted these and she wished the could by US Mint coins instead of foreign coins. She was specifically talking about the colorized Spiderman coins but these are fairly close.
@RichR said:
If this happens...how does that not invalidate the entire "surface condition" issue...you're not actually examining the coin itself, but rather an artificially added surface shell. To make a comparison, how would this be different than examining and grading a coin while it was still inside a plastic holder?
The "coin itself" is whatever the mint issues. If they issue a hunk of pot metal with a blob of paint on it, that's what the coin is, and that's what should be graded.
I'd probably buy one of these just to see what the slab looks like.
I do not collect colorized coins... However, I do have a couple of colorized ASE's in my collection. They were given to me by my Mother - she was not a coin collector, but knew I was and thought they were a real treasure. Well, since she gave them to me, they are indeed a real treasure. Now on to really important issues like three or four strips of bacon with my eggs... Cheers, RickO
I do not believe that grown adults are participating in this argument.
To the OP, if you do not like them, do not collect them.
They will be graded as grading companies are all about profit, not adjusting social ideas or ideals.
They, along with classic and modern commemorative coins are coins if anyone likes it or not.
So there is only one question to be answered by a purchaser; Do I wish to but it?
Coin Collector does not equal Numismatist any more than Knowledge equals Wisdom.
Collector is one who collects
Numismatist is one who studies
@ricko said:
I do not collect colorized coins... However, I do have a couple of colorized ASE's in my collection. They were given to me by my Mother - she was not a coin collector, but knew I was and thought they were a real treasure. Well, since she gave them to me, they are indeed a real treasure. Now on to really important issues like three or four strips of bacon with my eggs... Cheers, RickO
@Moxie15 said:
I do not believe that grown adults are participating in this argument.
To the OP, if you do not like them, do not collect them.
They will be graded as grading companies are all about profit, not adjusting social ideas or ideals.
They, along with classic and modern commemorative coins are coins if anyone likes it or not.
So there is only one question to be answered by a purchaser; Do I wish to but it?
Coin Collector does not equal Numismatist any more than Knowledge equals Wisdom.
Collector is one who collects
Numismatist is one who studies
"grown" adults are not the same as "mature" adults.
@derryb said: "I can now see the whole discussion went sour when you assumed that I thought you should have the same opinion as do I on colorized coins. When others disagree with you don't take it as an insult."
I love to discuss anything; ESPECIALLY with folks who DISAGREE with me and actually know what they are talking about! That's how I learn new things and change my opinion. As for my OPINION, yours, or that of anybody else - it's WORTHLESS unless backed up by true, verifiable facts! So please stop making the assumptions! There is absolutely nothing you could possibly do that I would take as an insult.
PS I'm sorry a few of us failed to change your opinion about legal tender novelty coins. You don't need to like them or buy them. You also don't need to post misinformation regarding what they actually are. I'll assume that is clear.
Edit: The coin is outstanding and the presentation box, fancy “tissue” paper and wrapping paper far exceeded anything you’ll get from our Mint. Just had to bring it up since it still sticks in my mind how professionally, carefully, and securely it was packed. And the shipping container that all this was in was great, too. I should have took unpacking pics.
Pressman, 45 + years, Offset, (stock-paper)
Not an enamel expert, keep in mind.
1st all colors fade in sunlight, some faster that others.
Yellows-vf
Magenta-#2
Cyan- #3
Offset ink, wax based or soy base.
UV coating is for protection from harmfull rays.
How long is a good question. dont know.
Solid colors or PMS # colors are printed as a solid....example, the square
Photos are printed per
in a rosette pattern when bullseyed, called registration, as is any TV screen.
Photo shown alines as per color key with crosshairs.
Hope this helps but its only a crumb of much more.
Comments
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Yes, I have 1 of these as well.
Since we’re talking about the US Mint here, I had an interesting experience with a B&M dealer who also worked for the major auction houses. Her view was that she wished the US Mint made coins like these because although she had a lot of higher end PCGS coins, she said the kids wanted these and she wished the could by US Mint coins instead of foreign coins. She was specifically talking about the colorized Spiderman coins but these are fairly close.
I'd probably buy one of these just to see what the slab looks like.
Wala!

I do not collect colorized coins... However, I do have a couple of colorized ASE's in my collection. They were given to me by my Mother - she was not a coin collector, but knew I was and thought they were a real treasure. Well, since she gave them to me, they are indeed a real treasure. Now on to really important issues
like three or four strips of bacon with my eggs...
Cheers, RickO
I do not believe that grown adults are participating in this argument.
To the OP, if you do not like them, do not collect them.
They will be graded as grading companies are all about profit, not adjusting social ideas or ideals.
They, along with classic and modern commemorative coins are coins if anyone likes it or not.
So there is only one question to be answered by a purchaser; Do I wish to but it?
Coin Collector does not equal Numismatist any more than Knowledge equals Wisdom.
Collector is one who collects
Numismatist is one who studies
4...always 4...
"grown" adults are not the same as "mature" adults.
American ingenuity at it's best for 100 years:
Egyptian Magic Coin, Colorized
Manufactured early 1900's
The Mysterious Egyptian Magic Coin
Coins in Movies
Coins on Television
@derryb said: "I can now see the whole discussion went sour when you assumed that I thought you should have the same opinion as do I on colorized coins. When others disagree with you don't take it as an insult."
I love to discuss anything; ESPECIALLY with folks who DISAGREE with me and actually know what they are talking about! That's how I learn new things and change my opinion. As for my OPINION, yours, or that of anybody else - it's WORTHLESS unless backed up by true, verifiable facts! So please stop making the assumptions! There is absolutely nothing you
could possibly do that I would take as an insult. 
PS I'm sorry a few of us failed to change your opinion about legal tender novelty coins. You don't need to like them or buy them. You also don't need to post misinformation regarding what they actually are. I'll assume that is clear.
Never heard of a company turning down a potential profit center...
I was going to type that I do not have a colorized coin but I had to get this last year from the Royal Australian Mint.
Pardon for the bad pics.
Interesting.
Who minted it? I see our mint insignia there.
"Inspiration exists, but it has to find you working" Pablo Picasso
Joint issue, I believe
Joint with the Royal Australian Mint (RAM) (the left emblem) initially sold by RAM and they sold out but probably available from third parties.
Bought as soon as it popped on RAM’s website, the conversion to USD from AUD was slightly beneficial, too.
Found an article about the release from last year.
https://coinweek.com/world-coins/royal-australian-mint-celebrates-apollo-11-moon-landing-50th-anniversary/
Edit: The coin is outstanding and the presentation box, fancy “tissue” paper and wrapping paper far exceeded anything you’ll get from our Mint. Just had to bring it up since it still sticks in my mind how professionally, carefully, and securely it was packed. And the shipping container that all this was in was great, too. I should have took unpacking pics.
It was shaping up to be great but then you ducked out @MattTheRiley.

We've no choice now but to press on.
"Inspiration exists, but it has to find you working" Pablo Picasso
Pressman, 45 + years, Offset, (stock-paper)
Not an enamel expert, keep in mind.
1st all colors fade in sunlight, some faster that others.
Yellows-vf
Magenta-#2
Cyan- #3
Offset ink, wax based or soy base.
UV coating is for protection from harmfull rays.
How long is a good question. dont know.
Solid colors or PMS # colors are printed as a solid....example, the square
Photos are printed per
in a rosette pattern when bullseyed, called registration, as is any TV screen.
Photo shown alines as per color key with crosshairs.
Hope this helps but its only a crumb of much more.
..and more to come
"Inspiration exists, but it has to find you working" Pablo Picasso