As noted by our fellow enthusiasts, it is damage. If you coin roll hunt you will see this but not generally as clean. I suspect that the ‘hard’...
A few things come to mind: is there a difference in the diameters of the two specimens? It could be that the reeding is affected by the diameter....
Looks like a normal cent. Here’s one I found - [ATTACH][ATTACH][ATTACH][ATTACH]
Greaser. The rim is the detail to look for.
Welcome back to the hobby. It's always there to pick up and ease off of as life permits. Most hobbies aren't jobs...less demanding as a result....
Today’s find. I always get a little excited when I see a coin with patina coming my way. [ATTACH] [ATTACH]
Interesting change: three 50s Jefferson nickels in the same exchange. Then a couple of centennial Lincoln cents from a couple of other exchanges....
I caught a couple myself. [ATTACH]
Probably. Only a few fresh circulation dings. It’s a really nice coin.
Try using a different color backing. Black or another dark color. The white cap is contributing to washout in your photos.
Like the gold Ducat I found. Folks know ‘Joe’ was a collector but never engaged long enough to learn what he had. When he passed, they divided...
I agree with Eddie; might have a minor variety but you’ll need to check the listings. A way to reduce the review is to establish the class of...
Die deterioration. As noted, the devices, especially those towards the rim, are distorted and mushy. Some parts may appear thin while other...
Liberated. Thank the family of the dearly departed...they made your day.
That nickel probably spent time in a washer/dryer and it accelerated the damage to the coin. But just a nickel. FYI: if you can find 1982/1983 P...
@shilines I was away from my laptop, but here are a few ideas to consider going forward - Shoebox setup [ATTACH] [ATTACH] [ATTACH]
I've been hoarding my change for the last few weeks since the last search-and-roll. I saw a few nicer coins, a couple of Wheeties, but I haven't...
You need to steady your shop against a fixed object that won’t move/wobble easily. A tall beer glass, full can of soda, or a couple of heavy...
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Not nuts, but a unique hit or chip.
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