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1996-D Dime With Dark Patina

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Love how striking this dime looks especially when compared to "regular" shiny coins. I heard that water damage can cause this type of oxidation. Is that likely what happened here?

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Could be water or some other environmental/chemical damage.
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Yes, post-strike environmental damage--likely of a mild, caustic nature. Coin may have spent time in a fountain.
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Toning from environmental exposure. If left in circulation, over time it might acquire a circulation cameo.
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Could of been buried at some point, or been outside.
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Thank you for all the info!
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