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Re: Where are the coins from an auction 25 years ago?
Multi-generational collections are dwindling as newer generations acquire them through inheritance. In recent years the auction firms are seeing more "off the market since..." coins. Perhap… (View Post)1 -
Re: Is it just me, or does it look like this 1838 seated dime look cleaned?
Being 181 years old I would say yes at some point in it's existence. Dependent upon your definition of cleaned, I would think dipped. Which is not bad, per say. It has some great toning going on… (View Post)1 -
Re: Why do sellers describe coins as "estate finds"?
If you are referring to EBAY, I would say not for the seasoned collector and yes to the novice. This seems to be a magnet for the latter based on the feedback ratings from their buyers. Just my take … (View Post)1 -
Re: If everything becomes cashless
Imagine this scenario. You are on vacation 500 miles from home and need gasoline. You pull up to the pump, insert your card or use your mobile and the transaction is denied. You try again. Once more … (View Post)9 -
Re: dip or not to dip
I've dipped many coins in acetone over the years. Long term they have toned a bit but the crud I rid them of has been long gone. Many people don't like cleaned coins, despite dark spots, st… (View Post)1
