Coins with overstrikes / counter stamps thread

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Does this count? It was stamped with something but I don't know what it's supposed to be.

 

Not sure about your nickel, YankeeDime. It looks like it might be engraved.

Bruce

 

I picked up this 1858 Flying Eagle today.

 

How about a 100th Anniversary Western Reserve counterstamped dollar?

Z

 

That's a nice counterstamp, Eric. It's listed in Brunk's reference as G-277 but is unattributed. The latest population numbers show three examples known, including yours. The others are struck on an undated Large Cent and an 1832 Nova Scotia Halfpenny.

I did a quick search for C.H. Ginn but didn't come up with any promising leads. It's interesting to note the evidence of an example on a Canadian coin. This suggests that Ginn may have been from Maine or another state bordering Canada, most likely Maine. While Canadian coins weren't legal tender in the US they did circulate within the border areas between the two countries. Usually the issuers were from these areas for that very reason. Just something to remember if you decide to research Ginn.

Thanks again for showing us your coin.

Bruce

 

Thanks so much Bruce. I learn something with every post here

 

Your dad did a dad thing in scaring you enough that you would stay away from dangerous trains. Hat’s off to him!

 

What the heck is wrong with me . . . . . ?

Z

 

Very nice Z.

 

Beautiful set, Z. What's wrong with you? What's "wrong" with you is that you have a keen appreciation for beautiful coins.

BTW, are these Daniel Carr issues?

Bruce

 

Yes . . . . yes they are . . . .

Z

 

Needed a Liberty Seated Silver dollar as a filler for my 19th Century US Type Coin album. In decent condition they are very expensive however I found this one on eBay for a decent price! The initials actually add something unique and in my opinion does not distract from its appeal; cool patina nice strike!

 

This coin ticks a few boxes. It's counter stamped, adds to my Latin American silver collection and it's a Heaton mint coin. I especially like that Heaton and the abbreviation for Birmingham are spelled out on the coin instead of just the "H" mint mark. Plus since it's an official counterstamp, I get two coins in one! This is the first coin I've taken with my new photography set up. Edited through Polish, a phone app. Still learning, but tons better than many of the photos I've done. Info also included from NGC world coin price guide.

 

Pretty cool 1819 British Crown George III with birth counter stamp “BORN 5th MAR 1829. EDWd THWAITED,”. Higher grade and fun coin!

 

just got in this nice lot 0f 17 all-masonic symbols, cents through dollars, even a foreign coin, lol going to post in my ebay store in a bit, pm me iffin ye want more info about em or better pics, thanks for viewing!!! i have never seen them on anything except cents before, at least ones i have held in my hands, lol

 

I agree, a nice clean undamaged coin. The initials are stamped on it neatly too. A very nice filler coin.

Bruce

 

makes me want to cry....