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1981 D Dime Grade? Thanx

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I'll say AU-50
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Do you know why this coin is brown?
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Yes the outer layers of a modern dime are composed of cupronickel (75% copper, 25% nickel) alloy which, while not as reactive as silver, will tone over time leading some coins to have a dark appearance. It is normal, and nothing to be concerned about. It can reduce the marketability of a coin, if very dark, but is generally considered neutral by collectors. The innermost layer of those dimes is copper. Overall composition is 91.67% Cu and 8.33% Ni.
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Wow thank you! You really know your stuff
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I'll say EF details (environmental damage).



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EF-45 details, environmental damage.
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