Definitely EF-40. Dipping in acetone wouldn't hurt it but, personally, I like it as is. The toning is even on both sides and the details really shine through. Very nice coin.
This coin has toning that makes it a 'Circulation Cameo'. I love the look of these. They are my favorite really.
Basically a coin like this is kept and protected by a collector (who probably dies) and then someone who is not a collector (like a grandson) spends it, putting it in to circulation for a short period of time before another collector happens by it and stores it away for safe keeping again. The short circulation period gives it this stellar look. Like it was really used but still almost perfect.
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