If genuine, that is definitely a large enough clip to show the effect. People interested in learning more about this error can read the article...
This looks like PMD that someone is trying to make look like a clip. It happens. There are at least 2 key indicators that I'm not seeing on your...
I'll just say - both NGC and PCGS allow replies on their BST forums, and I haven't seen any problems there. It allows people to ask questions and...
The 36 is VF, cleaned. The 44 is EF-45.
I am very hesitant to give guidance of this type on an open forum. You never know what someone could use the info for. If you want details of...
This error is not possible when the mint is operating as designed - this error can only be created with help. The reason for that is because the...
Those aren't errors. Those are post mint damage. So yes, there is significant negative value in those.
I guarantee you they are each worth at least 5 cents. Granted, that won't get you very much these days.....
Toning is not damage until it has gone too far - and then it is often considered damage. The toning on that coin is thick and black, unattractive,...
By "machine damage" I'm assuming they are referring to something like counting wheel damage. This is often displayed as very fine hairlines, and...
What looks good about it? I see a well worn, corroded 1 centavo.
I would think that the sort of people who would have the interest and money in this type of coin would not care about that sort of label - or not...
That is nice! Congrats.
I don't think you can make any generalizations like that. There have been periods of stricter grading and looser grading, and there have been...
It is on Heritage for sale in the upcoming FUN auction.
Go to the NGC website. Everything you need to know is there: http://www.ngccoin.com/services/services.aspx
The coin looks good to me, at least from your photos. I would take a loupe and examine her cheek and the area just in front of her nose - it might...
It has been my experience that old ANACS was somewhat generous with all designations (FSB, PL, DPL, etc). I never take the designation at face...
Well, I'll make two points here. Obviously, I haven't seen either coin in hand, so this is purely speculation. The first - Rust only applies to...
Dang, those are awesome.
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