Sometimes a special coin crosses your desk that reminds you why you love this hobby...

braddick · March 30, 2007 3:48AM

And this is such a coin.
Peace dollars are difficult coins to locate with rich, wonderful color and this date (and mint) is especially challenging.

Barndog · March 30, 2007 3:50AM

deep toning, how do you suppose it got that way (storage method)?

sTONER · March 30, 2007 3:56AM

hey Pat my kid said if you dont send me that peace$ , he,s comin to CA to beat yur azz,,

braddick · March 30, 2007 4:25AM

<< <i>deep toning, how do you suppose it got that way (storage method)? >>

I'd go with some type of cardboard coin folder or album but will defer to those toning experts with more experience than me.

sTONER:

Here's a couple more shots:
(The coin's been placed earlier this week. It's certainly one I'd love to have owned for myself.)

Cladiator · March 30, 2007 4:29AM

Whats the scratch lookin' thing down the face/neck?

braddick · March 30, 2007 4:38AM

<< <i>Whats the scratch lookin' thing down the face/neck? >>

That's within the toning and isn't a scratch.

Coxe · March 30, 2007 4:44AM

Doesn't look like album toning to me. I'd suspect, since it is a good date, someone put it into a separate envelope and stored it a way for a long time. These are, indeed, extremely uncommon with anything close to attractive toning.