Mercury Dime toning question
jesbroken
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10 or so years ago, maybe longer, I purchased 6 BU Blast White Mercury Dimes. None special dates or mintmark. They all came in 2x2 paper folders. Bought them as a group for a very fair price and did not place them in my album as planned. I ran across this one today by accident, as it shouldn't have been where it was. This coin was blast white when I got it and very lustrous, which it still is. My question is I know this toned in the envelope and not planning on having it graded, but would it be questionable toning if sent in to pcgs? Just curious. I'm a terrible photographer but the reverse is bright gold in color and the obverse just a trace of blue on lower rim. It lays on the envelope it has been in.
Jim
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I don't think it would be.
I asked because I had 2 Walkers that were both graded and both were of a quite similar color.
Jim
When a man who is honestly mistaken hears the truth, he will either quit being mistaken or cease to be honest....Abraham Lincoln
Patriotism is supporting your country all the time, and your government when it deserves it.....Mark Twain
I think the pictured coins would straight grade.
Mark Feld* of Heritage Auctions*Unless otherwise noted, my posts here represent my personal opinions.
I think it’s a pretty common color for straight graded Mercs. I like it. I think I have a few that are similar (but can’t remember if they’re raw or graded, so that’s no help)
Should straight grade IMO.
Wayne
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It's just a curiosity as not worth slabbing, common grade with no fsb. Thanks for the rapid replies.
Jim
When a man who is honestly mistaken hears the truth, he will either quit being mistaken or cease to be honest....Abraham Lincoln
Patriotism is supporting your country all the time, and your government when it deserves it.....Mark Twain