I think the coin as a coin would be worthless as it has been soothed down - and not only that, it is illegal in the UK - and for all I know, in most other countries too - to 'deface a coin of the realm' - so it probably not a good idea to do that to currency!
Carol - in snowy and jolly cold Suffolk. - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]