I see that, and I know it is a lamination. I am just confused as to whether or not it is also by default a partial clad layer since that part of...
Hmmm...Then why does it appear copper-colored? the plating over the copper core is an alloy (copper-nickel mix) that is one solid color.
So if I am reading your response correctly, it is still a parital-clad layer as it now exists, correct? it just came off AFTER it was struck.
My understanding is that a coin missing its clad layer, in full or in part, is a form of a lamination error. So just wondering why this is labeled...
The same for sports cards. Too many companies, too many "rookie" cards, too many limited edition, etc. I dont even know anyone who collects sports...
Surprisingly, the pre-spaghetti-hairs are a little harder to come across in MS65 and higher than the state/parks quarter series. No major dings or...
Lastly, aren't all error coins supposed to be destroyed? I have heard stories of Mint higher-ups dying, and then family members discover dozens of...
The same applies even for drug laws. On the southern border, federal prosecutors would not even prosecute cases if Customs seized less than 80 lbs...
Well, an excellent question. All I can tell you is this: With cops, criminal investigators, prosecutors, and judges, there is an element of...
They both are. I own three 1944 Hennings. Below is the writeup which will be appearing in the book I am writing about; it is about my collection...
I used to try and collect certified MS Peace Dollars, but they have done nothing but plunge for most dates for a couple years. I don't collect for...
Here is a test for you, Gregg. Which of these two nickels is fake? The left or right? [ATTACH]
Very cool. Nice grab
I am sure what your point is or what I am supposed to be seeing
I agree with my Vietnamese friend above
He is definitely not in line with prices of comparable coins. Usually around 20% more. Never bought from him yet.
Were coins annealed back then to help planchets from cracking?
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Anyone ever seen something like this before? Since die cracks are varieties, I am sure there is more than one of these. It is for sale at Coast to...
buyingcolonial2017@mail.com Above is the email he uses for paypal. It is not a typo...the end is @mail.com As I said, he tried to sell me a 1950...
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