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Pillar of the Community
United States
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So, I recently bought myself this guy sight unseen (it was a decent price, so I gave it a shot). And... it's ugly. I'd gotten this coin for myself to enjoy because I really dig the design! But it's kinda hard to enjoy through all the oxidation. In hand, it's not this bad... a long exposure and harsh lighting definitely helped here to point out the problems. In hand, it looks like tiny red dots on hte obv, and you have to look closely. Through a loupe, it looks about as it does here:   So what should I do? Try to gently clean it with a super soft cloth and hope the light oxidation comes off without hurting the eye appeal too much, or turn it over for a fair price as quickly as I can, stop moaning, and spend the correct amount of money on a pretty nice one? PS: No, I'm not shelling out for 70... not THIS year anyway. =) |
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United States
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I'd keep it, but that's just me. My collection is like a roach motel-- those who check in never check out!
But having said that, it sounds like it bothers you as is and if that's the case you probably arent enjoying it...
there's nothing wrong though with possibly making a profit off or it & getting rid of something you don't particularly like or that bothers you.
I wouldnt clean it myself, too much risk & you'll always know & spot the imperfections.
It is a cool design I hadn't seen before.
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Valued Member
United States
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I say sell. Eye appeal is a big deal, if your not happy with it now you probably won't be later. sell it get the pretty nice one. Life is to short for an ugly coin.
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Pillar of the Community
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I would keep it also. I have a Kennedy half proof I found roll hunting that looks like a side walk find. He is in a 2x2 in a notebook along with many other half dollar roll finds. Quote:
I'd keep it, but that's just me. My collection is like a roach motel-- those who check in never check out!  That was a good one Secret Argent Man. I would say that ours look alike. |
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United States
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If it bothers you now, every time you look at it in your collection it will probably still bother you. If this is the case I would just upgrade it when you see a better one and sell this one.
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Valued Member
United States
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A quick dip would put this coin back in pristine shape.
quick dip, and then lots of rinse, and only pat it dry with 100% cotton... NO rubbing.
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Pillar of the Community
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If it bothers you now, every time you look at it in your collection it will probably still bother you. If you're even thinking of selling it, don't dip it! Some one will like for what how it is now. Quote:
I wouldn't clean it myself, too much risk & you'll always know & spot the imperfections.
Not to mention if you sell it to someone you'll have to disclose that it's been dipped. If the buyer sends it to be graded (couldn't understand why) it'll be identified as such. Could get embarrassing. JMHO  Edited by carmykle
08/21/2010 3:34 pm
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Pillar of the Community
 United States
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Maybe I'll dip it just to keep it for myself. I just wanted a pretty coin to look at; I'm not all that concerned with value. I've never dipped a proof - is acetone the way to go? I need to go get some distilled water... Thank you all for your valuable suggestions! I was honestly thinking of giving it away as a gift, but I like the idea of dipping it to keep for myself. I'll make sure to keep it noted that I dipped it in case the need ever arises to sell.  |
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Bedrock of the Community
United States
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You could always make it a pocket piece. Carry it with you, to use as a reminder to only buy coins you like.
And you say you like the design ... so you can enjoy having it with you.
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