UV degradation that will only get worse. Time for some new page holders.
Not really. I change out the backing color relative to a particular coin. As noted, black works well and is my normal default as it absorbs...
I didn’t speculate on authenticity since I’m not overly familiar with this series. I had some doubts though relative to the raised dots/anomalies...
He does sniff out the treasure!!
Indeed!! Interesting to see that the periphery devices seem reasonably spaced and level. Probably part of the engraving/trace. But the ONE CENT...
Cross your eyes...it might look better. Pretty common for this series. PCGS Photograde Online - Estimating Coin Grades Has Never Been Easier
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You raise a good point, but it reminds me of another. The likelihood of us finding something of tremendous value is rather low. It might be...
@Beardigger You hit the point all of us get to eventually. And each of us had to draw a line relative to what you find interesting enough to...
Good to hear. Can you confirm the crack on the reverse?
I found an inexpensive source (a.k.a. Walmart). I buy their brand since it has a better matte finish which keeps the reflective nature of other...
Hi @PamR - sorry for the confusion. I was looking at the 1910 S LWC. I thought I noticed it was an RPM, but using the Thumbnails, it's harder...
Hopefully you can see what I meant about the washing out of the photo with the wrong backing. I usually play with the colors until I get it...
Can you verify the crack on the Reverse from rim to right tip of wheat stalk?
Have a look - 1910s1mm004 Die Variety Information - coppercoins.com Definitely wouldn't touch it if you have this variety.
The USB microscopes are pretty good these days. I bought one of the earlier ones...I never used it beyond the initial experimentation. It sits...
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I knew what you meant - both times. Still fun finding S mint coins in CT, nickels seemingly the easiest.
Especially in the past, coins were attached to cards that were mailed to folks as part of sweepstakes. Basically, stick a dime to the card to...
.3 grams...Razor thin...I found a LWC that was razor thin...correct patina for the age. Then when in the 7th grade, a bath in some acid...
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