The depth of field at that magnification is extremely shallow, thus some blurriness. Jim
If it is for food storage it should be safe. Also, take 5-10 newer zincolns with 100% copper plate, check for rarities if one likes, scratch the...
No, they are common, very seldom about one from a large bullion supplier though. Most who find a fake has obtained it from eBay or other type of...
I would keep it also as for interest. Unfortunately for me the dealer had to have it back to get his retainer back :)
Here are some beginning info. Or google "process of minting coins" https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Coining_(mint)...
I indulge in the jewelry area a little, and I would never use the acid methods, just as I would not use the scratch test on gemstones. The value...
Thanks Pickin, Here is another at an angle to the surface. Hard to imagine the movement. Jim [ATTACH]
Email the seller and explain that you have concerns about the purity and would like an exchange or a refund. I doubt they will since they may...
The BIE cent is very common as the die has just a sliver of metal to make the separation between the B ( which is near vertical ) and the E (...
Here is a fake a local dealer asked me to check and I took these.[ATTACH] [ATTACH] [ATTACH] [ATTACH] Jim
T-roy, it was relatively common. Here are mine. SF had shakey machines. [ATTACH] [ATTACH] All MD, Jim
Most people would be surprised at the ease of moving copper that height around with a minimum of evidence with years of professional practice as...
https://errorvariety.com/OFD/PSD.html near the bottom. Jim
The photo of the '3' doesn't inspire confidence. 43 coppers converted from 48 are quite plentiful and scary as to closeness. China knows what...
No, split plating on date and MD on the lettering. IMO, Jim
They do not say what % gold is used for plating, but .......
Yes, both large.
Many people understand Spanish, and the rules do not say non-English language is excepted Post removed Jim
Notice the doubling on IN GOD...TRUST on the below photos. Not seen on yours, just a little mechanical doubling , IMO, Jim...
They will appreciate the monetary donation.
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