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Well shucks Thad, means a ton coming from you.
Would never have got to this point on dirt coins without your contributions to the CCF and, of course, VC.
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DOCC, that 12.5¢ restoration is astounding!
The videos are also superbly done.
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That is a huge difference. My question is if you would have a coin graded after this process would it detail or straight grade.
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That is a valid q 609. The Indian above would most assuredly get tagged as cleaned/ED (still a bit of corrosion on face). But I had no thoughts whatsoever about having it graded so I just took it to a point that I found visually appealing. I think the Franklin would most likely straight if submitted. Here is an example of a coin that went thru these steps and graded straight - https://www.pcgs.com/cert/48464563I swing a metal detector and have a knack for finding dirty old coins. Dirt coin restoration projects - https://www.prodetecting.com/restorationsDirt coin restoration blog - https://www.prodetecting.com/blog/ccawDirt coin dig videos - https://www.youtube.com/@prodetectingEdited by DOCC
05/22/2025 5:08 pm
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DOCC I 100% understand why you did it they are much more appealing with what you have done. If you had a key date would you use the same process or leave it alone
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Thanks for posting the videos. I've used VC on ancient coins with good results.
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Well shucks Thad, means a ton coming from you.
Would never have got to this point on dirt coins without your contributions to the CCF and, of course, VC. It's also the contributions from great folks like yourself that have taken VC to the level it's at today, we appreciate the loyal and dedicated VC users! We sell a good bit of it without ANY advertising at all thanks for people like you. It's truly a "grassroots" product born of necessity! What you created with these is something that ALL collectors should see. It clearly shows the effect of each solvent. We try to explain what happens with the conservation process all the time. It's hard with words and static pictures. These videos very clearly show the exact effects of each of those steps in a way that nobody else has. Excellent work!  |
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If you had a key date would you use the same process or leave it alone Well the 1919-D SLQ example I put in my last post is semi-key, I did it, and it straight graded. But we are talking about dirt coins. Honestly, totally depends on the coin and the associated build-up/corrosion/etc. Pick any of the videos and look at the starting condition of the coin in question. Assuming submission was the goal, do you think it would straight grade in the starting condition? Under the dirt premise, absolutely if I believe the 'as found' version would details. And I have to think that 99% of what I find would. Plus, and I think BadThad could probably tell you more, I've removed a dirt coin from an environment it has 'enjoyed' for the past 100, 200, XXX years. What possible negative effects may occur because I changed that environment. Infinitely unknown. IMO, all dirt coins should be done. At least thru the polarity ladder. I swing a metal detector and have a knack for finding dirty old coins. Dirt coin restoration projects - https://www.prodetecting.com/restorationsDirt coin restoration blog - https://www.prodetecting.com/blog/ccawDirt coin dig videos - https://www.youtube.com/@prodetecting |
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Great results! Impressive.  Errers and Varietys.
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Great job DOCC |
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DOCC you have a valid point on grading of the dirt coins. After seeing the results would have to believe I would also try and restore as well great job on the videos.
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Amazing results, and fabulous videos! Well done to DOCC. Take a look at my other hobby ... http://www.jk-dk.art |
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Can you guys please keep your discussions of VC a bit quieter? It's one of my biggest secrets to conservation/preservation, and I don't want everyone else realizing how good this stuff is  |
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Posted 05/22/2025 11:48 am
