Differences between coin wear, friction subtle but distinct

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There are distinct but often subtle differences between wear and friction, two factors that affect a coin’s grade.

Experts contacted by Coin World are mostly in agreement with what the two terms mean, and even mention specific series that are affected by each.

But, advanced and beginning collectors should be cautioned that it is no easy task to differentiate between wear and friction.

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