Recolored Matte Lincoln proof question

Manorcourtman

How is this done? By recolored do they mean abrasive cleaning or is it a chemical dip that altered the color? Would the surfaces be damaged in both cases and is it obvious to the graders? Thanks, Chris

merz2

Chris
Recolored is when some has cleaned(dipped) it,and is attempting to bring back the original copper color.The dipping usually leaves a pinkish color.

STEWARTBLAYNUMIS

manorcourtman - My interpretation of a recolored matte proof Lincoln is when
matte proof Lincolns are recolored with chemicals to try and duplicate the look of the coins after they were removed from their original tissue paper wrapping.There is sulfer in the tissue paper that caused coloring to some of the coins.
Recolored matte proof Lincolns are known to be generally "burnt" because of the chemical bath.

My personal preference is to find original untoned coins.I like the orange peel look as well as the golden glowing ones.

Stewart

Manorcourtman

Thanks guys, Will it tone back to brown eventually? Chris

ldhair

It's going to get darker over time but it will still have the look that's just not quite right.
Copper just isn't very forgiving.
Cleaned or not a matte proof is still special to many.