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Record 1 1997-01-29

English

Subject field(s)
  • Coins and Bank Notes
  • Numismatics
  • Coining
DEF

Any coin that has been rubbed in an attempt to remove toning or to otherwise clean the coin to give it a shiny appearance. Polishing removes the lustre finish on the coin and lowers the value of a coin; it is not recommended.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Pièces de monnaie et billets de banque
  • Numismatique
  • Monnayage
OBS

Il y a lieu de distinguer entre polir une pièce, ce qui en endommage le lustre, et polir le flan ou le coin, une étape nécessaire pour obtenir un fini brillant.

Spanish

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