Luster
Related to reflectivity is luster. Mint state coins often show a cartwheel effect produced by microscopic flow lines on the coin's surface, such as seen on this 1881-S PCGS MS66 Morgan dollar.
luster: the amount and strength of light reflected from the surface of a coin
Matte Proof: experimental proof coin that has sandblasted or acid-treated surfaces ...
Luster
The brilliance or reflective shine of a coin. Luster is considered to be one of the four most important factors in the GRADE of a coin. Luster makes up about 30% of the overall grade. Alternate spelling: Lustre
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Luster Breaks Small nicks or light rubbing on the high points of an otherwise mint coin. See slider.
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luster In numismatics, the amount and strength of light reflected from a coinÂ's surface or its original mint bloom. Luster is the result of light reflecting on the flow lines, whether visible or not.
lustre Alternate form of luster.
Luster - The glossy brilliance of a coin seen from the reflection of light off the flow lines.
Lustrous - A term used to describe a coin that still has its original mint bloom.
luster or lustre
In numismatics, the amount and strength of light reflected from a coin’s surface or its original mint bloom. Luster is the result of light reflecting on the flow lines, whether visible or not.
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Luster - the reflected light from a coin as determined by its surface texture and quality
Matte - the purposely dulled surface of a coin, this style was used on certain U. S. proof coins ...
Luster: a frosty appearance on the surface of a coin, usually an uncirculated coin.
(Canadian)Maple Leafs: modern gold, silver, and platinum coins minted by the Royal Canadian Mint.
Luster - The brilliance of a coin, resulting from reflection of light off die flow lines.
Machine Doubling - Doubling of details resulting from loose dies during striking. ...
Luster
This is the glossy, shiny appearance of a coin or the coin's ability to reflect light; brilliance.
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Luster - The glossy mint bloom on the surface of an Uncirculated coin. Although normally brilliant, with time luster may become dull, frosty, spotted or discolored.
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The glossy brilliance of a coins reflecting the light off the flow lines.
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luster: the shiny quality of new metal. Luster decreases as wear increases.
lustrous: a coin that is bright and shiny.
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luster: Surface quality of a coin, result of light reflected from the microscopic flow lines.
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flat luster A subdued type of luster seen on coins struck from worn dies. Often these coins have a gray or otherwise dull color that makes the fields seem even more lackluster.
Mint luster - The sheen or bloom on the surface of an uncirculated numismatic coin resulting from the centrifugal flow of metal caused by the striking of the dies.
Flat luster - A subdued type of gray or dull luster often seen on coins struck from worn dies.
Flip - Refers to the clear, soft plastic holder most raw coins are stored in.
Mint luster: The dull, frosty, or satiny shine found on uncirculated coins.
Mint mark: A small letter on a coin identifying which of the United States Mint's facilities struck the coin.
Mint Luster - The dull, frosty or satiny shine or finish found on coins, resulting from the centrifugal flow of metal as dies strike the coin blank.
Mint Mark - A small letter that identifies the mint that struck the coin.
mint luster - When an uncirculated coin is struck, a frosty, yet satiny brilliance will be present on the coins surface. These coins will even somewhat reflect light.
satin luster Fine, silky luster seen on many business strike coins, especially copper and nickel issues. Almost no Â"cartwheelÂ" effect is seen on coins with this type of luster.
Luster: or the brilliance, cartwheel, sheen and contrast of the coin. Again, each issue's characteristics are considered. Evidence of cleaning, retoning or friction is also examined.
Luster - The glossy or frosty brilliance of an Uncirculated (Mint State) coin seen from the reflection of light off the flow lines.
Luster
Synonym for lustre.
Lustre
The brightness of a coin that results from the way in which it reflects light.
luster
In coin collecting terms the surface quality of a coin, result of light reflected from the microscopic flow lines.
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Luster
The glossy sheen reflected from the surface of a coin, resulting from the flow of metal caused by the striking of the dies. At the time of minting, the luster is at its strongest, but may fade over time, become discolored, or spotted.
Luster - it is a determining factor whether or not a specific coin has been circulated. To have a higher grade, a coin must be technically intact and free from any form of imperfection or blemish.
2. Surface preservation.
Mint Luster - The "frost" on the surface of an Uncirculated or "Mint State" coin.
Mint Set - Group of Uncirculated coins of one date, as sold by the mint in the year of issue.
Mint State - Same as Uncirculated. A coin free of any trace of wear.
- The luster is not correct. (Most seen are lower grade examples, so only Extremely Fine and About Uncirculated coins have enough luster remaining.) ...
Lots of luster. It has a a few light marks though.
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Superior luster. Original attractive surfaces. Exceptional strike for date. No detracting or major marks. All factors considered in evaluation. Specks, if any, may not be detracting.
mint luster - a frosty, satiny, unique shine found on uncirculated and high grade coins. Mint luster gradually disappears as a coin receives wear and sometimes when toning or tarnishing takes place.
Mint Luster Shiny "frost" on the surface of an uncirculated or mint coin. Mint Mark Small letter (or other symbol) indicating which mint the coin was struck at.
Low Relief
A coin with the raised design not very high above the field.
Luster
This is the glossy, shiny appearance of a coin or the coin's ability to reflect light; brilliance.
Brilliant white luster radiates across the entire surface of the rare 1944 Mercury dime pictured. Minted in San Francisco decades ago and surviving today in almost perfect condition the final cost was $207 at a David Lawrence Rare Coin Auction.
A coin with full luster, unimpeded by toning, or impeded only by extremely light toning.
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[See Ask; also Singles for an example of how Bid is used in conversation] Blazer An Uncirculated or Proof coin having above-average luster and visual appeal. Veteran coin collector Fred Yee used to ask to see any "braziers" I had in stock.
cartwheel luster: The natural reflectivity of a brilliant finish coin in which luster will reflect down the diameter of a coin ...
luster - The glossy appearance of the surface of a coin. Although normally brilliant, with time luster may become dull, frosty, spotted or discolored.
milled edge - A raised rim around the outer surface of a coin.
Eye Appeal: A combination of characteristics such as luster, strike and coloration which make a coin, literally, "appealing to the eye."
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(AU-58) Very Choice About Uncirculated - - Slightest hints of wear marks, no major contact marks, almost full luster, and positive eye appeal.
This specimen is strictly Uncirculated with full brilliant mint luster. As is characteristic of all known specimens of this rarity, the U in UNITED STATES is not struck up, and the ICA in AMERICA is not as bold as the balance of the legend.
The purpose of plating is to add luster to grayer jewlery, as well as to prevent oxidation of some of the metals found in the alloys. White gold is not platinum, but is used as a cheaper alternative, usually costing one-third as much as platinum.
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Some of these had evidently never been circulated, and I got one at Athens later which had never lost the luster of the die.
Over 75% of the original luster will be present and the protected areas should show unbroken luster. The surfaces are free of serious bagmarks. The color is more likely to be original than on any other circulated grade.
And, while the luster is usually attractive, it may be somewhat subdued or there may be some dull areas. Frequently, an MS-63 coin is an MS-65 coin that has a slight "problem" such as "one hit too many".
Very Fine 20, 25, 30 & 35 - No mint luster present. Signifcant wear, however all lettering and devices will be fully readable and well defined.
Extremely Fine 40 & 45 25 - 50% Mint Luster present.
A quick dip in Jewel Luster produced the most stunning, blazing white semi-prooflike gem early U.S. silver coin I had ever seen! Really, nothing had changed except the eye-appeal factor.
Its luster and beauty are unsurpassed. It combines easy workability, excellent conductivity and virtual indestructibility. The five largest producers of gold are South Africa, the former Soviet Union, the United States, Australia and Canada.
* Uncirculated old coins will have unbroken mint luster ovver both sides, and are, oddly enough, easier to find than Extra Fine and Almost Uncirculated.
Numismatists, especially those that collect high dollar mint-lustered rarities, will usually advise not to clean a coin. Often it is correctly said that the "cleaning" will remove surface metal.
Tags: coin grading, early gold, eye appeal, luster, strike
For a variety of reasons, early gold coins are among the most difficult United States issues to grade. There is often discrepancy in grading these coins, even between experts.
A CHOICE toned coin, with much luster. Good for a quality Uncirculated type set which should have the sought after first type of the classic Liberty Standing without the chain mauled breast cover.
Most coins of this date have no remaining luster, but a few coins exist with semi- prooflike luster and they are very rare. Original, uncleaned specimens have coloration that ranges from green-gold to coppery orange-gold.
Interestingly,some of the protected surfaces show the original luster suggesting the coin was primarily worn from pesting rather than circulation. The variety is Newman's 2-B.
The grade of a coin depends not only the amount of wear of a coin, but also the quality of the strike, bag marks, luster, eye appeal, rim condition, and many other factors.
Would you prefer to buy a coin that has an average strike and average luster or a well-struck example with less than average luster? Every experienced numismatist has a checklist of likes and dislikes. I ...
While guidelines exist for determining the degree of luster, strike, color and marks effecting grade, the final judgement is subject to individual preferences.
Mint luster is above average with several small contact marks as well as one or two moderately heave contact marks. The overall quality of the coin is above average for a mint state coin and has a pleasing appearance.
 See also: Coin, Mint, Grade, Gold, Struck
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