I'm afraid I must confess to my confusion. I was under the impression that the coins went thru the upset milling process before being struck....
This thing is worn to death. That said I'm wondering if it could be a broad strike. I know it's worth the price of silver (minus the wear), but...
Thank You. If I understand what you're saying. What appears to be the top of the "die chip" extending in a semi-circle to the lip a small piece...
I believe I see the leaf you're talking about (to the right), however I don't see how that could affect the stem of the acorn. Looks strong to me...
After a 2 hour soak in acetone. Looks like a die break on the nose as well.
Figures, thanks
Very cool. It looks like excess metal squeezed out at the corner of the window also where it goes through the ends of the logs the coloring is...
This doesn't quite seem to fit with Wexler or VV. Is there anyplace else[ATTACH] to look?
What else could it be?
Found this Rossie dime this morning. Die chips on the chin and doubling of one of the acorn branches. Thanks: Lou [ATTACH]
Real nice die cracks as well
Sweeeet
Thank You.
OK, it dissolved in the acetone - you can see the outline and how it protected the coin.[ATTACH]
If it passes the acetone test I just may do that.
I'll try the acetone.
Tape was my first thought as well, but with my magnifying glasses it's shiny and definitely looks metallic. I would hate to remove it if I'm...
In hand it looks metallic. Perhaps foil or a very thin piece of metal.[ATTACH]
Yes, with raised edges. Guess some kind of die break is the only one that makes sense.
Just saying it's not PMD. First one I've seen like this - thought it was strange. Sure did bring out some interesting responses.
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