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twodrhrdtp
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I have a 49S Frankie that was in an NGC 65 holder. It was cracked out and put into a PCGS 64 FBL holder. I beleive this is a 65 FBL without a doubt, but the reverse is lightly toned and has a what I would guess to be a new scratch in it. It is a very light one and doesnt hurt the grade but it is a clean scratch in the middle of toning which makes it stand out . If the scratch was toned it would be less obvious and go into a PCGS 65FBL holder for sure. Any ideas on how to accomplish this.
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<< <i>It is a very light one and doesnt hurt the grade but it is a clean scratch in the middle of toning which makes it stand out . If the scratch was toned it would be less obvious and go into a PCGS 65FBL holder for sure. >>
Bold emphasis is mine, but it seems like you are stating that the reason the coin is not in a PCGS MS65FBL holder is because of the scratch that "doesn't hurt the grade". I could simply be confused about what you are saying, so feel free to clear this up for me.
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<< <i>If the scratch was toned it would be less obvious and go into a PCGS 65FBL holder for sure. Any ideas on how to accomplish this. >>
Sounds like you're asking how to tone in the scratch, so that in your opinion you can get an upgrade? Gotta love the power of the plastic.
dang...mispelled scratch
But seriously folks...making coins "do want you want" gets outside the realm of collecting and goes into manipulation. Unfortunate things happen and can't always be corrected, learn to live with those mistakes.
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<< <i>But seriously folks...making coins "do want you want" gets outside the realm of collecting and goes into manipulation >>
Yes, but for many folks it's all about the numbers...... on the plastic..... which means$$$$$$
Get with it will ya!!!!
<< <i>I have a 49S Frankie that was in an NGC 65 holder. It was cracked out and put into a PCGS 64 FBL holder. I beleive this is a 65 FBL without a doubt, but the reverse is lightly toned and has a what I would guess to be a new scratch in it. It is a very light one and doesnt hurt the grade but it is a clean scratch in the middle of toning which makes it stand out . If the scratch was toned it would be less obvious and go into a PCGS 65FBL holder for sure. Any ideas on how to accomplish this.
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It sounds to me like you have a coin that is a 64 FBL because of a scratch. My advice is to do one of the following:
1. "Love the One You're With" : learn to accept and enjoy the coin you own for what it is.
2. "Hit the Road, Jack" : get rid of the coin and find one that meets accepted standards for the grade.
Personally, I have learned over time that either scenario #1 or #2 can work, depending on the circumstances. If the technical grade is really that important, wouldn't you want a coin that is solid for the grade rather than a liner that just makes it (and sometimes misses)?
OK, mix up a batch of "Mud paste" now you're gonna want the right tint, right? OK, here's what ya do.... ah never mind!
Twodrhrdtp, hopefully no one here will give you suggestions as to how to artificially tone your coin - many of us believe that to be unethical. If you like it, keep it, and if you don't, sell it. Either way, you need not put it to music, as RYK would have you do in his post, wherein he gave similar advice c.
<< <i>I'm deeply disappointed by the responses. Not one person has gone above and beyond with advice on how to get the coin graded MS66, instead of merely MS65 or MS64.
Exactly. Why simply tone down the scratch when it can probably be lasered off?