black spots on modern proofs
tcmitssr
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I've got a couple of modern commem proofs that have never been removed from their Mint boxes. Both have developed a black spot. They've never been opened and their capsules are very tight.
Any way to fix this short of buying two replacements off of Ebay? The Dolly Madison wouldn't be too expensive but the Olympic rower gets up there in price.
Any way to fix this short of buying two replacements off of Ebay? The Dolly Madison wouldn't be too expensive but the Olympic rower gets up there in price.
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chime in on the topic but i'll bump it for ya.
<< <i>I guess a dip of some kind would be best. search "spots" or "dip" on the forum. maybe other members will
chime in on the topic but i'll bump it for ya. >>
Would a dip, of any type, basically ruin a proof coin?
I've never even open a plastic container that a proof comes in from the Mint. I'm just thinking out loud but how does one keep from getting any finger prints etc. on the coin, or keep the plastic container viable?
Would NCS be able to do this and is it even financially worth them doing it, relative to the cost of the coins.
Luck of the draw, I had two coins sit side by side, one does it, the other doesn't.
...........i'm afraid you're a gonner'
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<< <i>I guess a dip of some kind would be best. search "spots" or "dip" on the forum. maybe other members will
chime in on the topic but i'll bump it for ya. >>
Would a dip, of any type, basically ruin a proof coin?
I've never even open a plastic container that a proof comes in from the Mint. I'm just thinking out loud but how does one keep from getting any finger prints etc. on the coin, or keep the plastic container viable?
Would NCS be able to do this and is it even financially worth them doing it, relative to the cost of the coins. >>
A dip in E-Z-Est will NOT ruin a proof coin. Since these are "black" spots and not "milk" spots, I would suggest you dip them. You cannot lose.
As for opening the capsules, look for a seam and pry along that seam with a sharp knife (being careful not t cut yourself). Once you get it separated enough, slip a fingernail in the gap and gently work the capsule open.
Do all this over a soft surface in case you slip and drop the coin.
Before you do any of this, do a search on this forum for instructions on how to dip a coin.
You'll need:
E-Z-Est
Distilled Water (soft water works just as well)
91% Alcohol
Don't attempt the dip until you have thoroughly reviewed what you need and what you do.
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<< <i>I guess a dip of some kind would be best. search "spots" or "dip" on the forum. maybe other members will
chime in on the topic but i'll bump it for ya. >>
Would a dip, of any type, basically ruin a proof coin?
I've never even open a plastic container that a proof comes in from the Mint. I'm just thinking out loud but how does one keep from getting any finger prints etc. on the coin, or keep the plastic container viable?
Would NCS be able to do this and is it even financially worth them doing it, relative to the cost of the coins. >>
A dip in E-Z-Est will NOT ruin a proof coin. Since these are "black" spots and not "milk" spots, I would suggest you dip them. You cannot lose.
As for opening the capsules, look for a seam and pry along that seam with a sharp knife (being careful not t cut yourself). Once you get it separated enough, slip a fingernail in the gap and gently work the capsule open.
Do all this over a soft surface in case you slip and drop the coin.
Before you do any of this, do a search on this forum for instructions on how to dip a coin.
You'll need:
E-Z-Est
Distilled Water (soft water works just as well)
91% Alcohol
Don't attempt the dip until you have thoroughly reviewed what you need and what you do. >>
Thanks very much.