I don't even know where to start except to say help

This thing came out of a customer wrapped roll from a u.s. bank in Vegas and every thought I have about it is a question so I was wondering if there's anybody that has any answers?Please thank you.

 

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What a hot mess.
Corrosion issue.

 

I have a bunch of those I have found in circulation - most are coated in aluminum or something.

I agree with intense heat.

 

Corrosion...probably acid I think.

 

I think it has the POX.

 

I'm surprised no one mentioned (just spend it)

 

Is it wrong that I don't want to let it go just yet.... okay Bubble Burst I am over it I find it to be interesting so I'll keep it thank you so much everybody I appreciate the answers much appreciated

 

Definitely corroded and damaged. That being said, it only cost you a cent so you won't break the bank keeping it
Keep searching.

 

I have kept the ones I found for novelty. They're just fun to have.

 

same i like finding counterstamped examples.

 

I'm thinking a wire brush/wheel caused it.

 

first thing that came to my mind was "sand blasting" someone cleaning bricks or rusty metal on something did a cent just to see what it would do. Just my 2 cents worth (actually 1 cent) but spend it or keep it, it will always be a conversation piece.

 

A strong acid did that.

 

IMHO it looks like someone attempted to clean it with a chemical not very well suited for copper.
Stay Safe

 

I find a number of them in the Coinstar return slots. Not quite that bad though.

 

It’s damaged so just spend it

 

I view it as interesting, I would place it a 2x2 and keep it. Personal preference in my opinion.

 

Damaged from exposure to an acidic environment. Keep it as an example of what is not valuable...I have many sample specimens of dryer coins, blistered surfaces and deterioration to show folks when the subject comes up...Spark

 

Experience will teach you that's acid.