Used to describe a coin that has been doctored in a specific way to cover marks, hairlines, or other disturbances. Often associated with silver dollars, but it is actually used on many issues, primarily business strikes. The thumb is rubbed lightly over the disturbances, and the oils in the skin help disguise the problems.
Used to describe a coin that has been doctored in a specific way to cover marks, hairlines, or other disturbances. Often associated with silver dollars, but it is actually used on many issues, primarily business strikes. The thumb is rubbed lightly over the disturbances, and the oils in the skin help disguise the problems.