Question about NCS.

DAM

I have a 1912 Proof Liberty Nickel that has no luster. The coin has a light copper color to it with minor reflectivity. Do you think NCS can help? What could I expect the results to be.

I thought before contacted NCS I would see if any forum members had experience dealing with them first.

Thanks for the help.

Russ

I've never dealt with nickel coins but, based on my experiences with silver, I don't think that's a coin that would benefit much from NCS's services, UNLESS the lack of luster is caused by the toning itself. If the coin lacks luster and the problem is not caused by the toning, my hunch is that they would decide not to conserve it.

Russ, NCNE

banknote1

Dam; You need to ask this question on the NCS Q&A board. It doesn't cost very much to send a coin to NCS for them to look at. Also they will call before they work on the coin if work is needed. Nice folks!!

bloodhound1

Worst case scenario is that they charge you 1 % of your declared value, minimum ( I think) of $5.00. Might be worth your while to see what you get - early birthday gift or something like that...

DAM

Thanks for the info. I didn't know they had a Q&A forum. Guess I'll do a little surfing.

tradedollarnut

I have personally had two coins NCS'd and have not been pleased with the results. The first was an 1877 trade dollar in an old NGC MS65 holder that turned (due to dip residue). The coin came out flat white with very little luster. The second was a very nice 1877 that was requested to be lightened. The coin came out "greasy" looking. In both cases, I don't think NCS had much to work with. The dip residue had eaten too far into the coin's surface in case number one [NGC should have taken that coin off the market]. In case number two, I believe the luster had been enhanced (even tho the coin was in a PCGS MS64 holder).

The bottom line is that NCS is not a miracle worker. If an otherwise beautiful coin has a spot or crud on it, they can help. But be VERY careful before you decide to lighten or dip a coin - even by the professionals!