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copper123

what I got for £3 in brum today G what a bargain

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I take your point the grade of a coin is dependant on the wear of the coin. However in this case the initial assessment of the coin was that it was horrible but with some TLC it's become a much more desirable item.

On 03/01/2017 at 9:03 PM, copper123 said:

 it even looks to be aproaching nvf grade , with less gunk on it every time it worked on

 

 

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Let's call it VF.

VF with verdigris = :(

VF with treated verdigris = :mellow:

VF with no verdigris = :)

All VF but depends on the eye appeal.

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10 minutes ago, mrbadexample said:

Let's call it VF.

VF with verdigris = :(

VF with treated verdigris = :mellow:

VF with no verdigris = :)

All VF but depends on the eye appeal.

Thanks for the explanation, it's really nice to get such a well thought out response

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1 hour ago, mrbadexample said:

Let's call it VF.

VF with verdigris = :(

VF with treated verdigris = :mellow:

VF with no verdigris = :)

All VF but depends on the eye appeal.

All for £3 :D

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14 minutes ago, Rob said:

All for £3 :D

I think it's a steal and I'm jealous. :P

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theres a Gs over finishing on ebay tonight in a few minutes should give a clue as to what mines worth

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Thats also a lot better as when you bought it the reverse was the worse side HAT OFF :)

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A huge improvement in its condition.  Well done!

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Yes I am not totally pleased with the reverse yet so I will carry on working on it - unfortunately it looks slightly "Edgy" as well with a couple of edge knocks and other light problems , like a weak strike as well

Overall though I am very please with the verdi-care

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Good result. :)

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You did a perfect purchase. You need to spend a little more time and to read more about the ways to clean the coin. For now, your results pretty good but your coin can look much better with appropriate cleaning.

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Great find. Tony Claytons price guide puts this at £150 in fine condition!!

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you could grade the reverse fine because it has problems  but the obverse is much better

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