thedeadpoint Posted October 18, 2008 Report Share Posted October 18, 2008 I've seen coins classified as wood-grain toned. Sometimes its a little ugly and a glorified term for streaking. But in this case, I kind of like it. It's not preferable but I wouldn't mind it 1909-S VDB Cent from Heritage. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KoRnholio Posted October 24, 2008 Report Share Posted October 24, 2008 I like that one, it's quite subtle. I have one that is quite a bit darker, this particular photo captured it not too badly. In hand the lustre is more red/orange and less brown though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thedeadpoint Posted October 24, 2008 Author Report Share Posted October 24, 2008 Wow that is great toning. What causes it? Improper mixing in the planchet? I hope more people see this thread and add their wood grain toned coins. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KoRnholio Posted October 27, 2008 Report Share Posted October 27, 2008 I'm not sure really, but I think an improperly mixed planchet sounds right. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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