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U.S. Coin Forum — Collectors Universe
Nov 16, 2018 · U.S. Coin Forum Talk about all types of U.S. coins with other collectors, dealers, and experts.
Luster: A guide for Beginners | Coin Talk
Jun 24, 2009 · When a coin is cleaned, this microscopic surface of the coin is disturbed. Depending on the method used to clean the coin, different disturbances are noted. This is one …
CoinTalk's Numismatic Acronym Glossary | Coin Talk
Jan 8, 2015 · CoinTalk's Numismatic Acronym Glossary Discussion in ' Coin Chat ' started by geekpryde, Jan 8, 2015.
The FS (Full Step) Designation for Jefferson Nickels Defined ...
Mar 19, 2009 · After that date they used two different designations, one for 6FS and 5FS. A coin in an older NGC holder with the FS designation equals 6FS. To my knowledge, PCGS always …
How to Detect Cleaned Coins | Coin Talk
Nov 24, 2018 · Step 1: Grade the Coin: Half of the battle is determining the coin’s grade. When you look at a lot of coins, you will get a feel for what a coin should look like for a given grade. …
"COINS - AS SEEN ON TV!" A Review of The Coin Vault
May 25, 2019 · Of all Coin TV, there has been the greatest interest in me writing a review of TCV. I will touch on show hosts, coin offerings, presentation, pricing, and customer service.
What You Need To Know about: Strike - Coin Talk
Apr 12, 2010 · A coin grading 65 should have a full strike, if not exceptional. Learning to tell what a full strike looks like simply comes through practice and experience, and viewing hundreds of …
Coin Chat - Coin Talk
Jul 15, 2014 · Coin Chat Please use this section for discussion of numismatic topics that don't fit in other sections.
How to Tone Coins - Coin Talk
Mar 27, 2016 · Toning is chemistry. The silver or copper in the coin reacts with sulphur in the environment. "Artificial" toning (so-called) is often applied to coins...