or is there? I have these 60s "shiny" coins which I know are not proof (not squared rim) but they do have a different smooth shiny surfaces. I don't think it's AU or BU either because they show wear on the field area. I've found some 70s and 80s pennies in the same state, just wondering if there's a specific terminology for such coins.
I think I will personally start calling them pretty pennies. I actually prefer finding these over the DDOs and the DDRs (unless it's the 55 and 69 lol.) Thanks!
The old term for a coin that had much of the mint state characteristic but had minute signs of circulation was "slider" as it could slide under the line. Before that it was called "cabinet rub" as many coins were collected mainly in wooden cabinets lines with felt or similar material.
In today's world they are usually called Almost Uncirculated (AU) or Extremely Fine (XF or EF). Depending of course on just how much wear there is.
Won't even try to argue that Kurt. But it does depend upon whom you ask. As the man said, and he owns the coins, they do have wear on them. And by definition that means they are not MS. Even in today's world
Yeah, hard to see it with where the glare is. From an aesthetic viewpoint, the mottled color on the 1964 is nice. Too bad it won’t stay that way.
Just got my judging assignments for the Dallas ANA. For the first time, I’m on the “Best in Show” panel, as well as the largest class.
Cool, that's really good to know. I've never heard of those terminologies before. Appreciate the info! Thanks for the reply.
Just found this beauty tonight...big ding on Lincoln's cheek and a nasty green wig but love how it looks really new.
