Is one brand of scanner better or worse for bringing out luster in coins?

cary1952

What are the recommended brand and models of scanners for us coin people?

kieferscoins

Most scanners don't bring out the luster like we would like, so most of us use digital cameras. They work much better and you can take them anywhere and use for other things also.

Cameron Kiefer

LanLord

Scanners are quick and dirty for coin photos, but it's not what they were designed to do. Your best results are going to be with a camara and a lot of practice.

magikbilly

Hi,
I am way to lazy to use a camera. I use an Epson Perfection 2450 slide/photo scanner. I like to think I get reasonable results I can not capture luster as others have pointed out - very difficult - but I think it might be possible if they weren't slabbed.

Best,
Billy



Comments: Fully struck deeply mirrored Choice Proof 64 with contrast, only minor hairlines and original deep purple envelope toning with gentle iridescence on the devices.
Mintage 1,355 Designer: Obverse by Thomas Sully, executed by Christian Gobrecht, modified by Robert Ball Hughes, James Barton Longacre, and William Barber; Reverse by James Barton Longacre.
Purchased from David Lawrence Rare Coins. Pop 75/75




Comments: Sharply struck Brilliant Gem Proof 65 with watery surfaces, very minor scattered light hairlines and a fully original speckled multi-colored tissue toned obverse of vibrant lime green and purple with a slightly mottled milky reverse displaying even light rim toning.
Mintage 16,557 Designer: Adolph Alexander Weinman.
Purchased from David Lawrence Rare Coins. Pop 1,268/1,210