Consistent Procedure Very good advice. Thanks.
I do not think these are errors, however, the indentations near the top of the memorial may be evidence of a die crack/break.
I would agree with those three choices and I would agree with their decision on the authenticity of a coin and any PMD, and I would agree with...
That sounds like a great way to start.
Class is in session. What is the definition of a "respected grading company" and if such stated the magnetic properties of the 1940 cent were...
I agree, neither are errors. I have many 1946S cents that are weakly struck similar to yours (excepting the heavy wear of "TRUST"). The 1946D...
I agree, the theory you propose is a useful starting point at times. Respectfully, I think I presented sufficient evidence to shift the burden to...
The counterfeit slab is disturbing. However, I believe the most important issue is: what would you grade the coin? A grade from a respected...
I am just an amateur that decided to get a little more serious a few months ago. As I have researched, one thing leads to another (sometimes a...
Planchet error or PSD? That is some great information that I had not considered. I thought if 25% nickel will not stick to a magnet, how could...
Very open minded. "[W]hen you have eliminated the impossible, whatever remains, however improbable, must be the truth." Sherlock Holmes in The...
Magnetic 1941 wheat cent While nickel is magnetic, a bronze or brass cent coated in nickel would not stick to a magnet - as evidenced by numerous...
The 1940 cent may not be steel If the 1940 cent is magnetic, I do not believe it is steel but something else. If interested, I will elaborate.
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