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1. PCGS Details grades - Cleaned versus "dipping"

   

   Discussion by kbbpll · September 1, 2019 10:26AM · Home› U.S. Coin Forum

   I have recently purchased a code 92 coin with the following on the label: "PCGS SP Genuine Cleaned - UNC Details" On the PCGS Grading Standards page, View Details for code 92 Cleaning mostly seems focused on hairlines, and specifically excludes "dipping" - " 'Dipping' (the removal of toning with a chemical bath) is not…

2. Re: PCGS Details grades - Cleaned versus "dipping"

   

   Comment by Ronyahski · September 1, 2019 7:46PM · Home› U.S. Coin Forum

   My view, dipping should fall under something other than a straight grade more than it does. Shipwreck gold that has been "conserved" but has the color of Bozo the Clown's hair, or gold that has been Jewelustered to look like a Cheestos Cheese Puff won't be in my collection. Nor will most any bright white colored silver or…