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corrosion on copper

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mclay.co-migration

mclay.co-migration

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Hi,

 

I have a Lg Cent that I may want to submit to NCS, but I know nothing about restoring coins. There is a red spot next to her chin that with 10x magnification, you can see a wee bit of pitting, which I assume is corrosion. Can this be repaired?

 

Lg1C_1821.jpgLg1C_1821corr.jpg

 

Also, the NGC's "No Grade" brochure says, "When corrosion is severe or unattractive, it will result in a no grade verdict." What qualifies as severe or unattractive? In my mind, that would be something that was burried in the ground for a 100 years. And in my mind, the red, black, and gold color on this coin is very attractive. Can you offer any guidelines?

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The red spot on your coin could at best be reduced with professional conservation, but will unfortunately remain.

 

To determine if this coin would be a "no grade" with NGC grading, this coin would have to be seen in person.

 

Chris, NCS

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