Staining question

24K

You folks were a big help before so I'd like your opinions again. Found this half (with my detector) that has a lot of "staining" on both sides. Like the 1853 dime I had on the other day the condition of this gal is great (sorry about the poor scan). Is there a way to restore this coin?
Based on your responses before I'm guessing that I shouldn't touch it.
Thanks again

dorkkarl

looks like etched-in corrosion damage, don't think it can be improved much. some would suggest a heavy acid bath, a retoning then blue-ribbon to dull down the corroded areas. honestly, i doubt it's worth the effort. again, goes back to my suggestion that a coin that old & dug should LOOK that old & dug. i like it as-is!

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FrattLaw

There's a company called NCS that is a part of NGC that does conservation. They'll examine the coin, make a determination and take any action necessary to conserve, clean, repair? the coin and then slab it. You can post the pic there and ask them a questions @ the NGC Forums (www.ngccoin.com). I've never used them, but they might be able to help.

Michael

MW Fattorosi Collection

braddick

Once the damage is married to the coin even NCS can't fix/currate it.
That rust corrosion is a deep part of the coin now. It might be lightened, but the surfaces will never be restored.

IndianHeadMan

Realistically from the pic we cann't tell if it can be restored.

BlueCole

Yup, send it to NCS. That would be your best bet.

B.