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I have a gold dime it is in the 2000 range is this real or have it been dip in something.
If you're referring to a Roosevelt Dime then in all likelyhood it has been dipped. There's a remote possibility it was struck on a planchet (metal) meant for the Sacagawea Dollar but doubtful. The standard dime should weight 2.27 grams but you'll need a fairly accurate scale that can measure to an accuracy of 0.01 grams.
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Bruce Goldstein
Expertise
I specialize in U.S. three-cent nickels, but also close behind them are U.S. two-cent pieces, three-cent silver, and twenty cent pieces. Also, I have a bit of experience in the area of U.S. Early Proofs (19th century). However, I can possibly assist in most questions regarding U.S. Type coins.
Experience
I have read virtually everything I can find in print on the areas of U.S. 2-3-20 cent pieces. I have written articles on three-cent coins and Early Proofs published (or will be published) in Coin World.
Organizations
ANA
Publications
Coin World
Education/Credentials
MS in Mathematical Physics
ANA Advanced Grading and Problem Coins seminar
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