What type of toning do you prefer - post an example

shylock · May 19, 2013 8:23AM

And explain why.

One of my favorites is subtle pastel toning that changes color so smooth and seamlessly you barely notice the transition.
Coins like this hit me with that visceral first impression.

An example from Pinnacle Rarities sold archive (Texas 1937 Commem PCGS 67+)

coinbuf · May 19, 2013 8:30AM

None or as little tarnish as possible.

coinlieutenant · May 19, 2013 8:33AM

By far my favorite type of toning, and the type of toning that is my "signature" look is uniform, two sided toning that ranges from medium dark to light.

My five favorite below...

WingedLiberty1957 · May 19, 2013 8:54AM

PCGS MS63 OGH (Phil Arnold of PCGS TrueView fame shot this monster through the slab plastic, an amazing feat.)

yellowkid · May 19, 2013 8:54AM

There are different types of toning I like, but red rims is one of my faves!

WingedLiberty1957 · May 19, 2013 8:58AM

PCGS PR66BN (Gotta love this)

WingedLiberty1957 · May 19, 2013 9:00AM

PCGS MS66 (Last one, sorry for being a hog)

Eagleguy · May 19, 2013 9:15AM

Nice, consistant rim toning on both sides

JH

sniocsu · May 19, 2013 9:20AM

There is no particular toning that is my favorite. Rather, the toning has to add to the coin. Not be distracting or obscuring any of the details. I am fairly non particular

mdwoods · May 19, 2013 9:20AM

This is one of my favorite kinds of toning. I love the coins shown so far. The Morgan and matte proof are sensational. They all are.

OPA · May 19, 2013 9:24AM

subtle

SeattleSlammer · May 19, 2013 9:32AM

Some cool toners here for sure.
I love many types of toning...including bold crescents.

SeattleSlammer · May 19, 2013 9:33AM

<< PCGS PR66BN (Gotta love this)

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Yup. My new wallpaper, thanks!

Patches · May 19, 2013 9:39AM

The toning on my 1811 50c is my favorite type of toning

CoinZip · May 19, 2013 9:44AM

BryceM · May 19, 2013 9:52AM

Coincommander,

That 1872 is gorgeous!

lkeigwin · May 19, 2013 10:00AM

<< And explain why.

One of my favorites is subtle pastel toning that changes color so smooth and seamlessly you barely notice the transition.
Coins like this hit me with that visceral first impression. >>

shylock, you might like this, then.
Lance.

lkeigwin · May 19, 2013 10:05AM

Or this.
Lance.

morgansforever · May 19, 2013 10:10AM

Nice example everyone. One of my favorites, a purple PL Fatty toner

Type2 · May 19, 2013 10:20AM

Any toning is cool with me as long as it's not black.

CoinRaritiesOnline · May 19, 2013 10:26AM

lkeigwin · May 19, 2013 10:32AM

I like lots of different toning. Not crazy about the mottled look. But I like intense metallics, vibrant neons, soft contrasts of pastels, and that original, unspoiled look.
Lance.

crypto79 · May 19, 2013 10:35AM

This is what the coin should look like (PCGS 55)

jom · May 19, 2013 10:37AM

It's hard to say. I just know I like it when I see it. I guess I'm nuts...I like a lot of things.

jom

MacCrimmon · May 19, 2013 10:57AM

A few others..........

jerseycat101 · May 19, 2013 11:09AM

vibr0nic · May 19, 2013 11:18AM

Gotta have that luster along with the color to really catch my eye.

A fully toned obverse only adds to the appeal.

Widen the color spectrum or exhibit nice elevation chromatics (or both), and my blood pressure starts to rise.

A nice technical grade to boot, and I will seriously pursue or bid on the coin!

As with all collectibles, it's one of those "you know it when you see it" type of thing though.

(Thanks to TomB for this one)

messydesk · May 19, 2013 11:42AM

I like toning that complements the design. When multi-colored toning comes into play, I like it subtle and understated. If the coin is attractive to begin with, subtle coloring with smooth gradients can draw you in to look and admire it more closely. Sort of like women and cosmetics.

SkyMan · May 19, 2013 2:20PM

I like many different kinds of toning... album, EOR, envelope, bag, mint set... they all work for me if the toning enhances the coin...

Broadstruck · May 19, 2013 3:11PM

I like all types from Delicately Mild to Intensely Wild

ricko · May 20, 2013 1:13AM

My preference is none....not always possible, so look for the least obvious, preferably coins with 'crust' from commerce. Cheers, RickO

AMRC · May 20, 2013 1:18AM

Some nice coins are toned, and some are not. No preference.

coinsarefun · May 20, 2013 1:48AM

I love just about all type of toning as long as it is not really dark.

But, my absolute favorite is rainbow toning on proofs. Prices for the 20th century proof coinage can be quite
expensive and the silver eagle proofs toned are starting to rise considerably. So for now I can still afford the eagles

renomedphys · May 20, 2013 1:51AM

Got a lot of incredible Lincolns, but this Indian takes the cake:

topstuf · May 20, 2013 2:49AM

yellowkid · May 20, 2013 3:22AM

Beautiful!!

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<< PCGS PR66BN (Gotta love this)

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Yup. My new wallpaper, thanks! >>

GRANDAM · May 20, 2013 3:57AM

<< None or as little tarnish as possible.

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100%

That is a very nice Standing Liberty Quarter

GrandAm

guitarwes · May 20, 2013 4:10AM

morgansforever · May 20, 2013 4:53AM

Crescent and rim toning, housed in an O'l Fatty NGC holder. I prefer this toning because it still shows how white and clean the piece is. Monster one-sided toners are beautiful too, just can't afford them

erwindoc · May 20, 2013 5:00AM

Target toning with a progression of colors!

TwoKopeiki · May 20, 2013 5:04AM

Most of my collection is around 200 years old and silver. There's a certain look that combines gunmetal blue with shades of purple that is really appealing to me:

veryfine · May 20, 2013 5:40AM

I added this one to my collection because I like the way the toning "frames" the devices.

Barndog · May 20, 2013 6:13AM

guitarwes · May 20, 2013 6:29AM

Das purdy Mr. Dog of the Barn.

TwoSides2aCoin · May 20, 2013 6:46AM

I like the kind that comes over time , in a relatively safe environment. Likewise, the longer it takes , the more I prefer it.

These seem like they toned in a short time. Relatively speaking, they did.

CommemDude · May 20, 2013 6:50AM

I am partial to toning that looks like it could have been acquired from a coin sitting on the velvet lining in the drawer of an old-time collectors cabinet.