First thing I noticed is that the coin was broad struck. On the reverse there is what appears to be a strike error under the bird in the water. It appears to be a piece of wire struck through. I call this one "snakeinthewater".
regular damage. Did you find this directly from the mint before it fell into the multiton bag of minted coins, or in change? coins are made of metal. They get banged together, all the time. Ever seen a jar of change or even a cash register ?
Better pic coming soon. Nothing better than in hand examination. Except for die deterioration I see no damage in that area. Under close magnification it looks like a piece of wire on top of the surface. Used a toothpick test, it's on top of surface.
Let him keep it. He can will it to his grandkids who will be laughed out of the local coin shop. Chris
toothpick test? when metal gets hit, and indented, the metal that is moved is moved to the side and normally up. that gives it a raised effect.
@Avery G. to address someone, preface their name with an @ @cpm9ball . And it really is damage. What do you think broadstruck means?
I am talking in terms value. If they dont add value I may or may not keep it. I would like to know. Everyone can stop attacking now.
