haze A cloudy film, original or added, seen on both business-strike coins and Proofs. This film can range from a light, nearly clear covering with little effect on the grade to a heavy, opaque layer that might prevent the coin from being graded.
Haze - A cloudy film seen on business-strike coins and Proofs. It may occur naturally or be added.
haze: a hazy film on the surface of a coin, typically occurs over time due to chemical reactions or exposure
incuse: A design element on a coin that has been stamped below the surface of the coin. Opposite of raised design elements ...
haze: a light film on a coin caused by oxidation or PVC.
Heraldic Eagle: design type that shows an eagle with outspread wings and a shield on its chest. Used on many U.S. coins from 1795 until today.
" Flips made from polyvinyl chloride (PVC)--the most common type--will, in time, leave a cloudy haze on a coin due to breakdown in the polymer, and may decrease its value.
Some surface toning or haze on the obverse and reverse may mask surfaces that are of a significantly higher technical grade. As is the case on other $20 pieces the coin bespeaks quality and eye appeal.
PVC residue can first start to show as a cloudy or milky haze over the coin surface, a greyish film, maybe a slight green tinge in the right light.
Once a copper spot or surface tarnish is removed, one can use a clean, soft terry cloth towel to wipe the surface clean of any remaining polish haze left by the toothbrush.
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 See also: Reverse, Revers, Coin, Struck, Numismatic
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