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Valued Member
United States
164 Posts |
Hi, I was curious about this Indian Head cent I picked up from a local coin show, I paid about $4.00 for it. (Which even if its a bad deal, It's still only four dollars  ), Because I noticed the strange colloration it had on it. The dealer said that the coin got it's color because it was overcleaned, And I was wondering if that was true. I was also curious how the coloration might effect it's value. (My guess is it's worth much less then a same coin in un-cleaned condition, Though I really purchased it just for looks.) (The photos have a slight glare to them because I took the picture while the coin was in its flip)   Edited by JOE
09/20/2008 7:36 pm
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Pillar of the Community
United States
5318 Posts |
Hi,
It looks like the coin was either plated or covered in gold paint, which wore off in circulation.
Btw, I find the term "overcleaned" humorous, because some dealers apparently think cleaning is OK, but it's always bad news for IHCs.
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Valued Member
United States
167 Posts |
I agree with Kurt, it looks painted or plated.
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Valued Member
United States
296 Posts |
If I had to venture a guess, I would have to say that was spray painted for sure.
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Pillar of the Community
Canada
1931 Posts |
now why would someone take a nice coin and paint it? I wish things like that wouldn't happen
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Moderator
 United States
16677 Posts |
People do some really stupid things to coins. Too bad about this coin. Looks to be solid XF. Now, worth considerably less.
swcoin.ecrater.com
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Pillar of the Community
United States
860 Posts |
More than likely if you put it into acetone, and it is paint or "gold powder" and washes off, you will find significant corrosion below.
Jim
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Pillar of the Community
United States
860 Posts |
JOE, I like it also! even if it is spray painted, it has an interesting appearance
and "wear" pattern. I have some "weird coins" also.
Jim
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Pillar of the Community
United States
5318 Posts |
Jim,
There's a good idea--I think it might be crusty underneath too, but it can't hurt to try.
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Moderator
United States
16677 Posts |
At this point, why not?
swcoin.ecrater.com
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Valued Member
 United States
164 Posts |
Thanks for the reply's everyone, Though I'm not sure what Acetone is, Though I'm guessing its a cleaning liquid, Anyone know where I could find some? (A hobby store, Or wal mart, etc) One thing I noticed about it the coin is how it has a solid "Liberty", It'd be great if this coin could be saved.  Edited by JOE
09/20/2008 10:03 pm
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Pillar of the Community
United States
4541 Posts |
they will have it at Wal-mart lowes home depot local hardware... Should be in the paint section |
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Valued Member
United States
270 Posts |
Finger nail polish remover will take care of this problem
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Pillar of the Community
United States
860 Posts |
In this state, fingernail remover would not hurt it anymore, but many fingernail polish removers have other ingredients such as organic odorants ( perfumes) and water which can degrade to acidic products. Even with the pure acetone from a paint department, a small amount should be poured into a clear glass container and allowed to evaporate~~if there is any visible haze, find another brand. But to see if it removes the color, sure. To use on a good coin ~No.
Jim
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Bedrock of the Community
United States
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Looks more like sandblasted than painted. That is a weird looking effect. Sure is a shame that the date is not clearer. You know of course there is a 1888 over 1997 and it is worth in the thousands.
Now think of this, if you go out and purchase Acetone for about $4 or $5 for the can, that now brings the coins cost up a little more. If this doesn't work to get rid of whatever is on the coin, then what do you do with the rest of the Acetone?
DO NOT USE FINGERNAIL POLISH. As already noted it contains numerous other items including perfume type materials for women so they don't have to smell the Acetone in the solution. Also, some contain all sorts of solutions that may well ruin what is left of the coin.
Since it only cost $4 I would suggest just play around with household items to see what happens. Many people swear by such things as Tomato Juice, Lemon Juice, Olive Oils, Vinegar, baking soda and water paste, etc. If you do try these at least you will not be investing in someting that is flamable, dangerous, expensive and may not be required.
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Pillar of the Community
United States
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It's definitely not the 1888/7 S-1 (or S-2); the markers aren't there. It's a fairly common date overall, but still a fun piece of history as it is.  |
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Posted 09/20/2008 8:40 pm
