1919 S Penny With Strange Gel Like Lamination Feeling . Almost As If Encased In A Finish.

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3388bknb Valued Member United States 116 Posts	Posted 06/18/2023 2:05 pm Hello, One of my favorite coins is this 1919 S Penny. The smooth outer layer feels like nothing I've ever felt. Not satiny,not waxy, just incredibly hard solid finish but flawless and buttery smooth feel. Any opinions or experience out there to help with this mystery? So many of you have been so informative and really know your stuff! I realize more and more how much I think I'm learning, then I ask, and boy do I not! Thank you to all who have taken the time to let me ride your coat tails and learn! Report this Post to the Staff

Spence Moderator United States 34419 Posts	Posted 06/18/2023 2:12 pm I see damage on the mintmark and an almost slick surface on the reverse. I wonder if there is some wax, grease, or something on that surface to make it feel buttery. "If you climb a good tree, you get a push." -----Ghanaian proverb "The danger we all now face is distinguishing between what is authentic and what is performed." -----King Adz Report this Post to the Staff
John1 Moderator United States 56855 Posts	Posted 06/18/2023 2:12 pm Weight? John1 Report this Post to the Staff
HondoB Bedrock of the Community United States 25340 Posts	Posted 06/18/2023 2:12 pm Have you soaked it in acetone yet? Inordinately fascinated by bits of metal with strange markings and figures Report this Post to the Staff
Cujohn Pillar of the Community United States 7174 Posts	Posted 06/18/2023 3:49 pm The old timers before 1970 use to shellack their cents to protect them. But this doesn't look like it's been shellacked. Looks like it's just circulated for years. Report this Post to the Staff
Dearborn Moderator United States 96598 Posts	Posted 06/18/2023 7:52 pm I would try acetone soak to a day to see if it comes off. If not maybe it is wax, try placing it in the sun for a few hours to see if it soften and drops off. Collecting since 1972. Learning from then on "Tell me and I forget. Teach me and I remember. Involve me and I learn." - Benjamin Franklin 7070 type set coin count: 51/76 Uncirculated American Silver Eagles My American Silver Eagle Proof Collection Sacagawea Dollars Innovation Dollars Eisenhower-Dollars Kennedy-Half Dollars Washington-Quarters Roosevelt-Dimes Buffalo-Nickels 1938-2005 Jefferson-Nickels Lincoln-Cents Report this Post to the Staff
John1 Moderator United States 56855 Posts	Posted 06/18/2023 8:04 pm 3388bknb, Are you adding a black out around the coin with something like paint program? If so, it is distracting. John1 Report this Post to the Staff
Coinfrog Bedrock of the Community United States 94367 Posts	Posted 06/18/2023 9:13 pm I just see a tired old common date cent. Further input welcomed! Report this Post to the Staff
ijn1944 Bedrock of the Community United States 19173 Posts	Posted 06/18/2023 9:33 pm Yes, the photos appear to have a 'mask' to eliminate the background. Would be fun to give the coin a long soak in 100% acetone. Report this Post to the Staff
3388bknb Valued Member United States 116 Posts	Posted 06/18/2023 10:34 pm Well thank you for all this advise and input! This is a different one from the one advised to be put in acetone ,but I think I will soak both at same time. The weight will be added in the next hour. Definitely a worn coin .just no clue about that amazing feel. It was in an envelope in a safe for many many years. But neat for sure. Report this Post to the Staff
3388bknb Valued Member United States 116 Posts	Posted 06/19/2023 10:18 am Replying to the weight question 3.1Grams is my reading & Report this Post to the Staff
Dearborn Moderator United States 96598 Posts	Posted 06/19/2023 10:55 am Quote: Are you adding a black out around the coin with something like paint program? If so, it is distracting. Yes, it is a circle mask - to mask the fact that he is holding it in his hands and getting more fingerprints on it.. Collecting since 1972. Learning from then on "Tell me and I forget. Teach me and I remember. Involve me and I learn." - Benjamin Franklin 7070 type set coin count: 51/76 Uncirculated American Silver Eagles My American Silver Eagle Proof Collection Sacagawea Dollars Innovation Dollars Eisenhower-Dollars Kennedy-Half Dollars Washington-Quarters Roosevelt-Dimes Buffalo-Nickels 1938-2005 Jefferson-Nickels Lincoln-Cents Report this Post to the Staff
Dearborn Moderator United States 96598 Posts	Posted 06/19/2023 10:56 am No seein how the coin weighs normal, and is to terribly worn, I would say that, yes, there is something on it adding weight. Collecting since 1972. Learning from then on "Tell me and I forget. Teach me and I remember. Involve me and I learn." - Benjamin Franklin 7070 type set coin count: 51/76 Uncirculated American Silver Eagles My American Silver Eagle Proof Collection Sacagawea Dollars Innovation Dollars Eisenhower-Dollars Kennedy-Half Dollars Washington-Quarters Roosevelt-Dimes Buffalo-Nickels 1938-2005 Jefferson-Nickels Lincoln-Cents Report this Post to the Staff
3388bknb Valued Member United States 116 Posts	Posted 06/19/2023 5:11 pm I will not use the circle filter in future .sorry it is bothersome. Actually a she holding the coin but in palm of hand, but I guess that's bad also& 🤷 #8205;#9792;#65039; Report this Post to the Staff
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