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About the Problems category
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December 22, 2024
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I just purchased a coin that is advertised as rare because of its artificial toning. How can I verify its value before completing the purchase?
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November 16, 2024
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Experience sharing: I bought a coin online that was advertised as 'mint condition' but arrived with visible milk spots. How do I handle this?
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November 14, 2024
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Advice needed! I'm considering buying a rare coin with hairlines. Is it worth the investment?
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November 11, 2024
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What exactly are hairlines on coins, and how do they affect value?
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November 9, 2024
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Buying advice: I found a silver coin with milk spots at a local shop, should I negotiate the price?
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November 6, 2024
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What are the most surprising finds you've encountered while searching for coins with hairlines? Any hidden gems?
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November 4, 2024
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As a beginner, how can I tell if a coin has been cleaned and how does it affect its value?
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November 3, 2024
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Have you ever come across a rare coin that was unfortunately marred by milk spots? What did you do?
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November 3, 2024
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Discussion: Do you believe that milk spots on silver coins reduce their collectability significantly?
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November 2, 2024
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As a beginner, I'm confused about how to identify bag marks on coins. What should I be looking for?
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November 1, 2024
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Experiences with artificial toning: Has anyone accidentally bought a coin thinking it was naturally toned? How did you handle it?
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October 31, 2024
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I've noticed that some collectors seem to overlook hairlines when valuing coins. Do you think this is a mistake?
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October 30, 2024
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I was considering buying a 1909-S V.D.B. Lincoln penny, but it had bag marks. Should I avoid it or negotiate the price?
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October 25, 2024
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Have you ever found a cleaned coin that surprised you in terms of historical significance? I'd love to hear your stories!
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October 25, 2024
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I'm new to coin collecting! Can anyone explain how to properly check for milk spots on silver coins?
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October 23, 2024
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What are some common mistakes collectors make when evaluating coins with artificial toning? I'm looking for advice from experienced members
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October 22, 2024
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Curious about how common hairlines are on certain types of coins. Is there a specific era or mint that produces more coins with this issue?
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October 22, 2024
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As a beginner, I'm confused about hairlines. Are they always a sign of wear, or can they occur during the minting process?
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October 22, 2024
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I found a rare coin that looks cleaned. Should I still attribute it as a desirable variety, or does cleaning diminish its value too much?
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October 21, 2024
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In your experience, how much do bag marks typically devalue a coin? Are certain coins more affected than others?
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October 21, 2024
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I recently bought a coin that has bag marks. Should I be worried about its long-term value?
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October 18, 2024
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Can hairlines drastically reduce a coin's grade? Let's discuss grading standards
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October 18, 2024
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Has anyone here ever successfully cleaned a coin with hairlines? Share your experiences!
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October 17, 2024
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I just got my first assessment on a 1964 quarter with slight rim damage. What's everyone's take on grading coins with this issue?
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October 15, 2024
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Can rim damage actually make a coin rarer, depending on the context of its history? What does everyone think?
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October 15, 2024
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I've been seeing a lot of artificially toned coins at recent auctions. Are there particular years or mint marks that seem more prone to this?
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October 15, 2024
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Can we talk about attribution? How do you properly attribute a coin with hairlines without compromising its value?
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October 14, 2024
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What are the best ways to clean collectible coins without damaging them? Are there any methods you avoid?
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October 13, 2024
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What is rim damage and how does it affect the value of a coin?
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October 10, 2024
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