Interesting 2020 S Kennedy Half

Discussion in 'US Coins Forum' started by Christopher_B, Jan 11, 2020.

  1. Christopher_B

    Christopher_B New Member

    Good afternoon, everyone. I'm a longtime reader, but this is the first time I've ever posted. I recently picked up a 2020 S Proof Kennedy Half and wanted to get some thoughts from the heavy- hitters on here.

    I have done a lot of studying and reading before asking a question. I didn't want to waste others' time. So, I feel like I have a decent understanding of the difference between a true doubled die and machine/strike doubling. If I learned correctly...a doubled die means the image -- or part of it anyway -- is physically doubled on the die itself, whereas with machine or strike doubling, the die or planchet shifts a little during the strike, which basically drags the device a bit. And this often "thins out" the letter or whatever it is. Am I in the ballpark?

    I wanted to share this 2020 S Kennedy Half. I imagine it's simply machine doubling, but the "T" in Trust and the "R" in Liberty don't really appear to be thinner at all, especially the "T". I'd welcome your thoughts and thank you very much.
     

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  3. Collecting Nut

    Collecting Nut Borderline Hoarder

    Welcome to CT. It gets blurry when I blow it up but it does appear to be MD.
     
  4. cpm9ball

    cpm9ball CANNOT RE-MEMBER

    I'd need a better close-up. ~ Chris
     
  5. Christopher_B

    Christopher_B New Member

    The community has spoken. I will do my best to post a better photo. :playful:
     
  6. Mike185

    Mike185 Well-Known Member

    Use the “full image” button to enlarge the pictures! Nice cameo!!
     
  7. TheFinn

    TheFinn Well-Known Member

    The mint got some proofs out early this year.
     
  8. Christopher_B

    Christopher_B New Member

    Okay, I've done my best, but trying to use a phone to do this is worse than a root canal. Even as a newer guy, I'm thinking probably just MD, but it sure was noticeable in areas. MVIMG_20200112_194715.jpg MVIMG_20200112_194829.jpg
     
  9. Rassi

    Rassi #GoCubs #FlyTheW #WeAreGood

    Is this from the Birthday set? I didn't think the 2020 Kennedys were out yet.
     
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