I believe this was struck through a split planchet, which is why you see so much design transfer. Yes, two were struck together, but it should reflect what actually occurred. Here's what is typed on the label.
I think struck on or through a Split Planchet would show a weaker strike on the Obverse. But I understand what you mean.
It wouldnt be weaker. It would likely be stronger as it is thicker with both together. It would be weaker for a thin planchet that wouldnt get a full die strike
You are saying it was struck with a split planchet between the reverse die an this coin. Is this similar to being struck on a capped reverse die?
I know this probably a dumb question. But a detailed discription isn't given if serial number is looked up on their site? Don't get mad...I'm sorry..
What is the likelihood of both two planchets being struck at once and one of them being a split planchet that also got struck? Sorry, I just have a hard time imagining this. I'm not saying it isn't possible, but it's highly unlikely.
There are several examples of this error type for all denominations. No different than being struck through an outer clad layer.
I would be interested to see several coins struck through normal planchets and split planchets to see what effect they would have. I'm afraid I don't have enough knowledge to take a stance. I'm just expressing healthy skepticism.
As you should! It is nice to see people asking questions and posing polite, rational skepticism. You have a curious mind. We need more of that.
Interesting piece. I think the struck through split planchet is plausible. I wouldn't expect the reverse to be that strong struck through a full thickness planchet.
