1 kg proof dragon with imperfection

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    thatguy Active Member

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    Hi everyone, I managed to score a 1 kg dragon but when I checked out the queen side there is a decent sized copper spot (about the size 1 mm in diameter). It is sizable enough to wonder how it got through QC. I do not want to give it up as I had to work hard to get this one, but I feel this blemish has reduced it's value. So the question is? What options have I got? Can the mint do anything about it? Is it worth contacting them, I do not suppose they would like it to be out in the wild bringing down their reputation for quality? TIA
     
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    hiho Active Member Silver Stacker

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    guy from the states posted something similar
     
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    rbaggio Active Member Silver Stacker

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    If you bought it from the Perth Mint, contact them.
    If you bought it from a reseller, contact them.
     
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    I think his was a wear mark, as in from friction from the capsule from what I read... I will search for the thread. This one is VERY obviously copper (coloured) and on the neck not cheek
     
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    Can the copper mark be gently rubbed off?
     
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    you cant show us some pics mate?
     
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    silverstalker Active Member Silver Stacker

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    Just checked mine, the cheek seems to be ok...But I also noticed the wrinkles on the Queen's neck....

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    Leave Lizzie's gills alone. Give her a neck rub, and fondle her. I have a favorite Lizzie coin I rub all the time, in fact Ive rubbed her that hard, her crown is almost gone. Service and protect your queen as you see fit.
     
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    Sooner we get her off the coins (and not replaced by chuckles) the better.
     
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