Grade this 1943 Steel LWC!

I know nothing about grading coins... Give me a hand

 

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are those nicks in lincolns hair or something on a holder you have the coin in ?

 

They look like nicks to me... didn't even notice them... I'm not sure though I've never really looked at a steel cent I'll take a close up of them

 

It is hard to read the luster from your pics, but I would guess 64, maybe.

 

This is about as close as I can get... they def look like nicks now

 

What do you mean luster? I've heard the term but don't really understand what to look for...

 

I doubt they are nicks. Here is a certified 66 to compare it to.

 

yeah I guess maybe they aren't... like I said I'm here to learn... Thanks for your help guys

 

Here is a good Starter kit for collectors which includes the latest RedBook :yes:
A trusted guide with lots of reference material you can learn.


http://www.cointalk.com/t188217/

 

I pretty much have everything in that set... I'm in this for the long haul haha... I've been roll hunting for the last 2 weeks and can't get enough!

 

"Luster" refers to the natural shine of a coin that is generated during the coining process at the Mint. Once a coin enters circulation, its luster gradually decreases.