Hi Guys- I have a question about the mark on coming off the right side of Roosevelt's head. It is raised and definitely not a scratch. Is this a die error, extra silver? Any help is appreciated! The picture of the coin is in the 2x2, should I take it out for a clearer picture?
Die crack. A die crack is a mark appearing on a coin, usually in the form of a fine raised line or small blob. This happens because the coin die which struck the coin had a crack or small break in it that got transferred to the planchet during striking. Although most die cracks are considered a defect, some of them are collectable, such as the spiked head type.
Looks like a die crack to me. Not much of a premium, nor extra silver, the planchet is the same size no matter what, but the crack just lets it rise into it rather than becoming part of the field.
