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A neat Oregon Trail Commem with tab toning that I could not pass on
Southcounty
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I ran across this super cool 1939-D Oregon Trail Commem in a PCGS MS66 series holder that had fantastic colorful tab toning. I don't consider myself a commem guy but I can't pass on nice ones when I run across them, perhaps I am a closet commem guy. I purchased this at a small show in Oregon a few weeks back. Board member drunner actually had a chance to see it in person at that show as well. Let me know what you think and I should mention that the tab tone is not obvious unless you tilt the coin and then you notice the dark center and the tab ends. Sorry for the scratches on the holder.
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Nice looking coin! I bet at a 45degree angle the tab toning comes to life. That's how mine are. Congrat's on a FINE purchase. MJ
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Nice coin.
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<< <i>Can someone explain tab toning, Thanks >>
These were originally sold attached to a board that held the coin in place with a cardboard tab which caused "bulls-eye" toning in the center of the coin. The holders are illustrated in the Swiatek/Breen reference on commemoratives.
Here's another example:
JH
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<< <i>Can someone explain tab toning, Thanks >>
An original holder of issue, not mine
Certain coin types are notable for having particular forms of toning. For instance, many of the commemorative halves from the 1930s were mounted in cardboard holders and then placed within envelopes for delivery to their purchasers. These cardboard holders secured the coin by having a strip of paper projecting across the hole. The paper projection was cut so that it included a disc shape somewhat smaller than the coin. If left undisturbed for many years, the coins stored in such holders typically acquired a pattern of toning that mimicked the shape of this projection, or tab. For that reason, such coins are described as having "tab toning," and this feature is valued as an unmistakable sign of originality. Some of these holders were generic, being used for several different commemorative coin issues, while others were manufactured for specific coins. In either case, the resulting patina adds a dimension of aesthetic and historic value lacking in a coin that is brilliant.
<< <i>I'll take your word for it that it's tab toned as I refuse to stare at the Indian's package looking for it >>
Justacommeman, Since Southcounty just came out of the closet on liking commems... This would be the perfect thread for you too!
Bruce Scher
<< <i>Can someone explain tab toning, Thanks >>
Here's another thread that may help
Fellas, leave the tight pants to the ladies. If I can count the coins in your pockets you better use them to call a tailor. Stay thirsty my friends......
<< <i>I'll take your word for it that it's tab toned as I refuse to stare at the Indian's package looking for it
I agree with MJ, as the package is both compelling and repulsive at the same time
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The Oregon Trail cuts across my ranch and I would have picked that super-sweetie for my Oregon Trail collection if I had seen it . . but I was too busy staring at the oil painting of a clown 18" from my face in the far corner of that show.
I'm envious . . and yes, some other guy got the Doily Saint, then anonymously offered it to me the next day . . . trying to score. I offered him what he paid for it on eBay, and never heard back from him.
Doggone it . . .bad show all the way around!
I'm glad you got that Oregon though . .a REAL nice one!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Drunner
I like the obverse slightly more than the reverse but overall a beautiful coin with lovely toning
Mike
<< <i>A nice example Southcounty.
<< <i>Can someone explain tab toning, Thanks >>
An original holder of issue, not mine
Certain coin types are notable for having particular forms of toning. For instance, many of the commemorative halves from the 1930s were mounted in cardboard holders and then placed within envelopes for delivery to their purchasers. These cardboard holders secured the coin by having a strip of paper projecting across the hole. The paper projection was cut so that it included a disc shape somewhat smaller than the coin. If left undisturbed for many years, the coins stored in such holders typically acquired a pattern of toning that mimicked the shape of this projection, or tab. For that reason, such coins are described as having "tab toning," and this feature is valued as an unmistakable sign of originality. Some of these holders were generic, being used for several different commemorative coin issues, while others were manufactured for specific coins. In either case, the resulting patina adds a dimension of aesthetic and historic value lacking in a coin that is brilliant. >>
Thanks,I have heard the term but was not sure.
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