I can't imagine a value of $500 for a very minor variety like that.
I'm quite certain it is a genuine 3 legged. And the think the anomaly with the date is PMD.
I also have never heard that SEGS and PCI merged. I don't believe they ever did.
There's a very nice doubled die already known for the date, most visible on "OF AMERICA." See the Cherrypicker's Guide for an image. It is not...
VF30.
I do not believe that's a 42/41.
USPS for me.
I have a few of this design in both silver and copper- [IMG]
It's a strong case of machine doubling.
One of my favorites. I can't pick just one.
Here's a few-
SamCoin-sure looks like a legit hub doubling to me.
PCGS. ANACS is much less expensive to slab, tho.
Go here- http://www.varietyvista.com/01b%20LC%20Doubled%20Dies%20Vol%202/DDR%20listing.htm and check for yourself before you post all those...
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I served in Okinawa when I was in the military in 1971 and 1972. It's a beautiful place.
If you're talking about varieties such as doubled dies they are accidental. They occur during the die hubbing process. Things like the 1937-D 3...
Probably this one- A Proof 1916 Buff that I cherrypicked as a business strike for $100[ATTACH]
I think it's an outstanding design, much better than the old eagle reverse which was so damn crowded. I wish they quit this special reverse stuff...
AU55 and, if you're lucky AU58 to my eye.
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