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1981 Nickel Clad Error?

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Found thus and it is all copper. Weighs 5 grams. Should coins be washed? Is there a safe way to clean?
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This nickel is made of 75% copper and 25% nickel, not clad. I'm thinking your nickel is just showing environmental damage. Weight is normal too.
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Looks like a metal detector find.
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I agree with Errers and Marve - just environmental damage. Looks like it was buried for a while.
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yep, I agree with Errers, Marve, and Hondo - environmental toning/damage.
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