Does This Coin Have Bronze Disease?

To participate in the forum you must log in or register.

Author	Replies: 5 / Views: 1,140
jskirwin Pillar of the Community United States 616 Posts	Posted 08/28/2016 6:24 pm I know Roman denarii and antoninianii but I'm not well acquainted with non-silver denominations. What I see on this coin matches what I'm finding on the Internet. But I don't trust the Internet (I know... I'm just being paranoid...) Report this Post to the Staff

Kamnaskires Pillar of the Community United States 7066 Posts	Posted 08/28/2016 7:03 pm Certainly does look more like bronze disease than verdigris to me. So you don't have the coin in hand, correct? If the green stuff is powdery, it's likely bronze disease. Also, typically with bronze disease the green spots will each be sitting in a pit. The green stuff is essentially the residue from the corrosive action that ate away that pit. Report this Post to the Staff
bobbyhelmet Pillar of the Community United Kingdom 2838 Posts	Posted 08/28/2016 7:09 pm It certainly looks like it, yes (99% certain). A search on here for 'Bronze Disease' will give you info on how to treat it if you own it and if it's a potential purchase either steer clear or negotiate a price accordingly if you really want it and know you need to treat it if and when you buy! Report this Post to the Staff
echizento Moderator United States 23731 Posts	Posted 08/28/2016 7:16 pm The spots are Bronze Disease and need t be treated before it causes more damage. Here is an interesting PDF that will explain it and how to treat it. http://www.crescentcitycoinclub.org...0Disease.pdf Bobbyhelmet, nice to see you back it's been a while. Report this Post to the Staff
bobbyhelmet Pillar of the Community United Kingdom 2838 Posts	Posted 08/28/2016 7:25 pm Quote: Bobbyhelmet, nice to see you back it's been a while. I often lurk but don't post much these days old friend Report this Post to the Staff
moxking Rest in Peace United States 17900 Posts	Posted 08/29/2016 4:42 pm Yes. Save that coin from further damage. Report this Post to the Staff
	Replies: 5 / Views: 1,140

To participate in the forum you must log in or register.

All Forums Category: World Coins and Currency Forums Forum: Ancient, Greek, Roman, and Medieval Coins

Silver Gold Bull US is the United States leading bullion dealer. We deliver gold coins, gold bars, silver coins, silver bars and precious metals to your door. Order today!

The First Dollar, your premier source for bullion and rare coins. See our bullion list on the site and the coin inventory on ebay.

View Last 100 New Topics

View Last 100 Active Topics

Disclaimer: While a tremendous amount of effort goes into ensuring the accuracy of the information contained in this site, Coin Community assumes no liability for errors. Copyright 2005 - 2026 Coin Community Family- all rights reserved worldwide. Use of any images or content on this website without prior written permission of Coin Community or the original lender is strictly prohibited.
Contact Us | Advertise Here | Privacy Policy / Terms of Use

Coin Community Forum

It took 0.22 seconds to rattle this change.