Hi, Rotated dies are not unheard of on older Lincoln cents the first thing to do though is to be truly sure it is rotated. This one looks like it...
Hi, A larger image of the obverse would be helpful. I've seen many coins that look like this but the causes can vary. A chemical could have...
The possibilities are endless. Cutting pliers, a vice, a hammer, a chisel, a dremel tool, a drill, a sanding wheel, any combination of the above...
We need a better description in order to help. including what kind of cent, the degree of rotation etc.
Hi, I agree with Mike, the scenario laid out makes no sense based upon the images. The coin is distorted and was definitely damaged after it left...
I think it was a 1953 cent on a dime planchet
Hi, Of course it is very difficult to determine what it is without having the coin in hand. I suggest that it might be some kind of counterstamp...
Hi, Thank You Mike! I thought you might like this one :-) Great Find Philipellisis!! Have Fun, Bill
Hi, That has the right look to be exactly what you think it is. That could be an absolutely Phenomenal find and could be extremely valuable. I'd...
Hi All, Thanks for your kind words :-). I enjoy helping but sometimes I'd love to tell you that you hit the jackpot :-) In any case, it's a good...
Hi, My pleasure. have Fun, Bill
Hi, Those little digs and gashes are the result of the coin being in a hopper with thousands of other coins after they were struck. Often, the...
Hi, The pic looks like it could be a little lighter, But based on what I see, it could be MS 63-64 FSB Nice coin! Actually VERY Nice Coin!! Bill
MS-62 RED BROWN (RB) but not fully struck
Hi, I just want to clarify a term that is being used. A CUD is a term used to describe a die break that involves the rim and that causes a...
Hi Guys, This one is not "roadkill" . It is likely one of two things. It is either struck through grease on both dies. That would cause the...
Hi All, Sorry but this is mechanical doubling combined with some doubling due to "die fatigue". It's very common on Nickels and nickel clad coins...
Hi, Great Contest! and very generous with the prizes!! I sent in my answers. Have Fun, Bill
Hi Zaneman, I PMd my address. Thanks Again, Bill
Hi, No, You would lose money on Ebay. It is a misaligned die, probably worth 10 cents to 25 cents tops. The percentage has some bearing but the...
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