I don’t know, and I don’t concern myself about it. I think it is cool, and I like collecting modern coins that have anomalies which exemplify mint...
It’s been said before, and I’ll say it again: Mechanical Error
1865 3 Cent Nickel in AU condition, with a 180° rotated reverse, multiple die clashes in this configuration, and a HUGE rim cud. All for $9....
I bought both of these on purpose, and I am currently bidding on a third. :) [ATTACH] [ATTACH]
I bought these two for their reverses. [ATTACH] [ATTACH] [ATTACH]
I just use the jank loupe-and-camera setup with my iPad [ATTACH] [ATTACH]
I concur with your assessment. The tail of the R points above the base of the T on the NC-6 and not on other obverses paired with reverse J. The...
Sometimes. Yep. Nope.
Well, considering the high score for “correctness” on both of those submissions was 2, and I did just as well as several other members (I was the...
The truth hurts sometimes
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My only Celtic coin. I love the abstract artwork on these. ($125 is over 5x what I paid btw) [ATTACH] [ATTACH] [ATTACH]
I don’t think it would get the Pl designation. I’ve seen several that looked really close without the designation.
I had a Morgan like that. In PCGS plastic. Dealer said it was cleaned and worthless. I have not been back to that shop since. I always found their...
I’ve learned I can’t reliably grade from your photos. The colors are off, and they distort the presence/absence of luster. Anyhoo: XF details,...
Both the D and the R are too tall. Neat catch!
Do some research into the environmental effects on metal, and you will have your answer
https://www.pcgs.com/news/so-you-think-you-can-grade-pcgs-coin-grading-contest...
Yes. That is what was said on PCGS’ website for their contest results. 20 coins were graded in 20 minutes, and the top score was 10.
The top scores for the PCGS contests were 10/20
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