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In your opinion, does a finger print that extends over the rim of the coin and onto the surface automatically preclude a 65 or even a 66 grade?
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<< <i>In your opinion, does a finger print that extends over the rim of the coin and onto the surface automatically preclude a 65 or even a 66 grade? >>
No
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<< <i>In your opinion, does a finger print that extends over the rim of the coin and onto the surface automatically preclude a 65 or even a 66 grade? >>
It depends. We need more information. Is it a copper coin? How big and how dark is the finger print in relation to the overall toning? While a finger print may not affect the grade it will most certainly affect the marketability of the coin. Let's face it---most collectors don't like finger prints on their coins.
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My thoughts are that it should not- I am interested in what others may think.
The coin that prompted the question is silver- the size is comparable to a Morgan Dollar. I see the coin in the 65-66 range and feel the print is is minimal, should not prevent a 65
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<< <i>I do not like fingerprints and usually avoid them. If, however, the coin is special in some way, and the print very unobtrusive, I could make an exception. Cheers, RickO >>
I normaly do not care for fingerprints, but made an exception for this coin.
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I would think not but then again I like prints where others do not.
<< <i>to me it is also a testamnet to its originality since if no one removed it then there is a high chance it hasn't been messed with. >>
But could have been boinked with when the print was placed. Or after on another part of the coin. Or
<< <i>I would think not but then again I like prints where others do not. >>
Since you like prints I will be happy to put finger prints on all of your raw coins before you get them slabbed. No charge---just include return postage.
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<< <i>to me it is also a testamnet to its originality since if no one removed it then there is a high chance it hasn't been messed with. >>
But could have been boinked with when the print was placed. Or after on another part of the coin. Or
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