Aaahhh (sigh of relief). I was really looking the fool on this thread, but at least its been a learning experience.
BadThad is the man when it comes to cleaning. I trust his academic and numismatic credentials.
I was under the impression 8 reales was cut up into 8 pieces for change and smaller spending, hence "bits."
I agree that it is probably not 8 reales as I earlier stated. 2 reales might be right on. Does it look like 16 bits or possibly 8?
Correct. At coppercoins.com, there are almost 3,000 varieties listed up through the present. Regarding Charles Daughtrey, he is retired however,...
I love the first definition of "value" that uses itself to define itself. I will research legal meanings for the benefit and edification of all....
Nice cents!
If you want (it is a personal thing), distilled water or acetone on copper coins, using a cotton swab to remove heavy grease/grime.
There is always dreaming and hope, and those are good things.
I think it is sarcasm spiced with irony because when it comes to enforcement of counterfeiting (and many other things), China is very lax in its...
I think you may be right on this. My "generally" comes from Cherrypickers' Guide, Vol. 1, Ed. 5, pg. 153.
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I think it is in reference to the many counterfeits that come out of China.
Perhaps die chip.
Definitely not a fun spot to be in.
Generally, for 1982 cents, it is the large date copper that is known for a DDO and the small date zinc for a DDR.
Combination trails and die deterioration.
I third that, with some die deterioration added in for good measure.
Anytime. I plan on making another purchase in the next few days, but trying to decide. I can't have it all.
I know what you mean. I do not have too many more years to procrastinate.
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