How do I tell whether this is a broad strike or not? It is harder to see in the picture but on the reverse the flattened edge is very symmetrical
http://www.error-ref.com/broadstrikes/ https://www.error-ref.com/struck-through-smooth-viscous-material-grease-oil/ that's not a broadstrike read the links above,it could be a grease filled die.Can you get an edge picture of the coin?if the edge looks flat,worn with the reeds gone the coin has been ground down(damaged).
Easy.. A Broadstruck Quarter would not have a reeded edge. Look at the edge. I say your coin is damaged/altered post mint.
No.. Even a Struck through grease/grease filled die it would have an upraised rim. Since the issue is on the edge I say it was damaged post mint.
Really,ok then so its what I stated in my first post option 2 (damaged)grinding wheel most likely,still a quarter.
All planchets are passed through a machine that makes the upraised rim on both sides before they are struck with the dies.. Even if it's struck through grease it won't affect the upraised rim.
There's no way this coin could be a broadstrike though the coin is perfectly centered and not a centered broadstrike. So if the edge was completely flat it would be an obvious sign of a damaged coin,grinding wheel for example.
A broad strike involves the collar. The collar adds the reeding. You gotta start taking your time, man!
Exactly. So, there would be no reeding. As potty stated above “So if the edge was completely flat it would be an obvious sign of a damaged coin,grinding wheel for example” which is incorrect. In fact, you would EXPECT no reeding on a broad strike, centered or uncentered.
I did and I'm not incorrect this coin isn't a broadstrike it has nothing similar.Since this coin isn't a broadstrike if the edge was completely smooth with no reeds(100% damage)i don't think you get it imagine a spooned coin.When I'm saying this I'm not reffering to a broadstrike at all so I don't know what your thinking.
I appreciate the answers and I am glad to be learning more. I thought I might of had something special, but not with my luck LOL.
Welcome to CT @Dragonshead. I believe your quarter is what we call "Dryer coins." You can learn a lot here by just reading the posts and then when you have something you can't find an answer for, post it here. Please post photos FULL IMAGE when you do. Here is something I post for new members: For the best results, you should post "in focus," FULL IMAGE photos (after you upload your photo, two buttons appear: Thumbnail and Full Image, click Full Image and your photo appears full size on your post and are easily enlarged by clicking on it). Photograph coins on neutral backgrounds like black, grey, or white. Crop out superfluous background so just the coin shows (you can use https://www.remove.bg for free), and post photos with correct orientation so members don't have to turn their computer in some awkward fashion to view it properly. While it isn’t always necessary, it is nice to show both the obverse and reverse, even if your question is just about one side. Members can often give more valuable information having both sides to evaluate. Add close ups of areas you have questions about and make your questions as definitive as possible so we know what you are asking for. And try to have the best lighting possible to show the most favorable photo of the coin. Hope this helps in the future. Good luck.
