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Orientation of coin in slab doesn't match the online certification photo?

KeevanKeevan Posts: 148 ✭✭✭
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Hi,

I recently purchased a slabbed gold coin (NGC holder, edgeview with 4 corners of white plastic holding the coin in place), and I noticed the coin in hand is rotated a little bit off center, versus the online certification photo having the coin perfectly centered.

Any idea what might be going on? If I shake the holder the slab makes a very small rattling noise, but the coin doesn't move.

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  • JBKJBK Posts: 15,676 ✭✭✭✭✭

    Coins can move (rotate) in the holder.

  • KeevanKeevan Posts: 148 ✭✭✭

    @JBK said:
    Coins can move (rotate) in the holder.

    I guess the simplest answer is generally right. Just a little surprised this happens, they are usually snug in the holders.

    Thanks.

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  • JBKJBK Posts: 15,676 ✭✭✭✭✭

    There are threads with suggestions on how to fix, such as tapping a corner gently on a table, or using an electric toothbrush against the edge of the slab.

  • Stingray63Stingray63 Posts: 299 ✭✭✭

    @JBK
    I like that electric toothbrush tip. First time hearing of it. A bit more gentle than some of the tapping videos I've seen on You Tube.

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  • Namvet69Namvet69 Posts: 9,010 ✭✭✭✭✭

    Yup, tapping or vibration does work.Good luck. Peace Roy

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