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I would like to see it in hand, sometimes pictures do not do this type of tone justice. I have to agree. I think I can imagine what it really looks like in hand. Not unattractive at all. |
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In my limited numismatic background, I have quickly moved from "toning makes coins look dirty & ugly" to toning adds character & beauty (exceptions abound, of course).
This one is no exception, I like it a lot. Lots of color and while a bit speckled, it is an even speckling, if that makes sense.
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I personally like it. Especially the rainbow toned part around the top rim on the reverse.
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No, I think it's too blotchy and uneven.
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Bedrock of the Community
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What is it about Mint sets that cause this mottled pattern?
The 1947-58 Mint Sets had cardboard holders that contained the coins instead of the more familiar cello packs. This cardboard would occasionally produce beautiful toning as seen on the Franklin. |
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Pillar of the Community
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Thanks for all the opinions. I personally thought it had a lot of eye appeal and I would have purchased it if it were not for the fact that I bought a couple of somewhat pricey SLQ's recently.
And thanks for the clarification biokemist, the seller mentioned it was a result of Mint Set toning but I didn't know what exactly to look for.
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Pillar of the Community
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I don't like that toning. I makes it look like the coin has corrosion or something.
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Valued Member
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Sometimes I like toning,but not this one.
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Pillar of the Community
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It looks nice enough, but I wouldn't much (if any) premium over a white MS-66 for it.
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Pillar of the Community
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I try to avoid toning, and I actually prefer nice, worn coins.
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Pillar of the Community
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I would like it if the toning wasn't so uneven.
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Valued Member
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I do not like toning,makes the coin look like its in bad condition...i love ben franklins...i just love them in better condition!
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New Member
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Hi ! What kind of camera is good to take coin pictures, I like to start showing some rare coins...Thank you.
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Pillar of the Community
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I have a similar looking 1921 Peace $. The lady I bought it from said she used it as a book mark.
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