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Are ASEs the only ones that Got Milk?
I'm wondering why I don't hear about milk spots on other modern MS US Mint coins. Is there something special about how MS ASEs are created that's different than say the SF Old Mint MS and Franklin dollar commems? -
Re: Statehood Quarters...Toning Observed!
Here's a thought. The silver proof version of these quarters have a problem with hazing, even in slabbed holders. And look at the silver eagles with their ugly milk spots. Many attribute the milk spots to improper washing at the mint. I personally won't buy any more slabbed eagles because of this. I have stored these in… -
Re: 1959 Franklin Proof in PCGSDCAM. Anyone seen one?
I have seen several. I held the 69dcam in my hand and had the opportunity to buy it for less than $10k. But it didn't look 'right' to me - it had the contrast, but the frost had a greyish tint to it - the frost doesn't look like any other dcam Franklin I have seen - some believe this coin is not genuine. In fact, both… -
Re: WOW! ASE's took a beating!
<< <i>Got Milk? >> LMAO. Indeed sir. Have they ever figured out what causes those darned milk spots? I haven't noticed any on my own coins, but have heard and seen plenty of horror stories. My guess is that it's silver oxidation caused by a chemical in the polymer that encases them? Then again, I'm no chemist.. -
Re: Are raw proof Franklins worth more than melt?
For the proof Franklins minted during 1950 - 1955, yes. For 1956-1959, maybe. For 1960-1963 not likely. My above answers presume that these coins are run of the mill coins lacking attributes that make them stand out (i.e., beautiful toning, an in demand variety, and/or CAM/DCAM). Of course if the spot price of silver… -
Re: Facinating Ikes
“Fascinating Ikes” is a bit of an oxymoron to me, beacause I’ve never been particularly fascinated by them. That being said, I’m sort of on the lookout for a type example, so I’m ready to give them some grudging respect at last. And I’ve noticed what those high end MS pieces go for. Think I’ll find me a nice flashy, common… -
Re: O.K. I purchased a vacuum sealer...
<<That is nice, but how in the world do you expect battle creek toning on these after going through all of that? >> I'm going for the white, spot free look, didn't want to risk leaving them in the OGP. Say no to "milk". Beside, I don't have much luck with toning, unless you consider a milked coin attractive. Scott -
Re: 2007 w ase ...milk from the mint....
Sorry to see more milked ASE's. I've been sealing mine in Food Saver bags for 6 plus years, no spots, hazing, or milking. ASE's don't get along with the environment. I have ASE's that have been sealed for 5 years, still fresh, like when I received them. -
Re: What our coins used to buy.
Here is a listing from the 1870's Old West (BTW, those darn catpchas are back along with the Error 113) ERROR: One of the values in the url has not passed validation. Error Code: 113 1 troy ounce of gold (Black Hills exchange value) -- $20.00 1 troy ounce of gold (New York price) -- $17.50 1 gold bar, 1 inch X 2.5 inches X… -
Re: Strongsville Sports Collectors Convention 11-13 Apr 2025
Drove up on Friday, 140 miles or so. Arrived at about 2:15 and it was raining. Drove in circles for 10-15minutes looking for a parking spot, none to be found. No signs pointing to a parking area that I recall seeing. I looked at my adult son and asked "how far to the casino?" Went to The JACK racino instead.
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