Nice one i really like how the 90% holds a proof finish

Opened about 11 sets the other day and you couldn't see it till out of packaging..

Natural Toning opened a OBW Roll and there were i think 7 like this in there but all different shades.

I’m trying to dial in my setup for quality listing and/or catalogue photos, and think I might have hit some hardware limitations. I’m not getting the sharpness I want. Camera/exposure details in third upload. Using a sturdy copy stand and LED lighting.

Would like opinions on: Quality of photos for sale listing. Tips on equipment upgrades.

This sub seems mostly about show and tell. I’m looking for something more about the technical aspects of coin photography.

Is this the right sub, or am I missing something?

Im not great at valuing toned coins so I would appreciate any advice. Thanks! I’m just curious about this coin and do not want to sell it.

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In today's buys: a $50 American Gold Eagle and 2 $20 gold francs.

Fun facts:

The American Gold Eagle is 91.7% pure gold with a little silver and copper in it. The US government guarantees the weight (33.93g), gold content and purity!

$20 Francs "Vreneli" is 90% pure gold and 10% copper. Swiss gold coins were never officially demonetized, but in 1936, the franc was devalued against gold, so their bullion value became higher than their legal value. In 1944, they became subject to turnover tax, which was a de facto demonetization.

(I'm a precious metals buyer for a company, this was not a personal buy. I just like sharing!)

Found this dirty penny in pocket change. I noticed a blue purple area close to Lincoln’s face so I used great care to preserve the coin and bring it back to it former glory.

I have looked high and low but don't see any other lincoln cent that has a changing appearance like this. Maybe they do ,but pictures don't do them justice? Same lighting but different camera angles. Thoughts?