That explains a lot. I hope you didn't pay more than $2-3. This is 100% a fake, seeded roll.....and a poor seed job at that with replates on the...
Hummm....the end coins appear to be plated, too reflective.
Given the pictures, it looks like it's probably genuine. Generally, dealers know exactly what they're doing when it comes to the keys....mistakes...
That's EXACTLY what conservation is all about. I'd say you got lucky though, I would have guessed they etched the surface based on the picture.
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Absolutely STUNNING for the issue!
Welcome to CT! While you don't have anything particularly valuable there, you do have some of the pre-30's coins....which is a GOOD start!
Split plating and die deterioration....NOT a doubled die.
I pick up EVERY coin I see too...but we're in the minority. Funny story - A couple of weeks ago I stopped to grab a breakfast sandwich. Opened my...
Any coin that someone drops and is unwilling to pick-up....or someone else is unwilling to pick-up, should be REMOVED and no longer produced.
Plating anomaly, not an error.
Those light water spots are typically barely noticeable in hand. The surfaces are very reflective and proof-like. I agree with RLM in that it has...
66RD, I think the obverse field spots will hold it back.
Right on brother, we're not differing. You just said it better, I agree 100%. :)
Of course, I can read. PVC plasticizer is a residue containing hydrochloric acid, therefore, it induces the formation of copper chloride....which...
Sounds like you need to improve your storage methods, highly unlikely that's PVC plasticizer residue, sounds like plain old verdigris developing...
Bunch of listing with 5 chinese fakes for each.....disgusting....REPORTED.
Not every coin should be conserved. Collectors are TOO QUICK in their impulse to "remove gunk". In general, while corrosion should be removed to...
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