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As Ken said, corrosion and dirt. Enlarged I see some die deterioration on the reverse.
Possibly chatter from an engraving tool. But yes, PMD.
What they said above and, it's refreshing to see someone who accepts answers and not debate forever. Happy collecting to you.
Another reason these do not interest me is, there was plenty of room on the reverse for USA and the date & mint mark, instead of cluttering the...
It's not much different than the many who watch cloud formations. Some/many very beautiful indeed. But then they see birds, animals, even Christ...
Not really sure how this would end up grading. Along with that feint scratch I also see a couple of reverse nicks. One at the top of the...
Numismatic News has it currently at $15.00 in MS60 & $24.00 in MS65. But that is just a guide. You may find them cheaper.
I know you would not do that, but I suspect, as in other cases, that it only takes one person to say this and it can be used as a sell point for...
Yes, it is impossible. But with a photo editor anything is possible.
Lifelong Trekkie or at least since the first series started. "Live Long & Prosper".
Could have been someone's pocket piece carried for a very long time. Some carry them for good luck or to get a piece that looks close to a low...
Looks to me like a filled D, a die chip plus a hit to the mint mark.
I'm also with ghosting. Canadian large cents were very prone to these and if you look up some examples on the web you will better see the effect.
I've been caffeine free one year on July 18th but I also put on 15 pounds since then. But Lord M's Earl Grey iced surely is tempting. Also the...
"Charlie" was lost on the MTA "And he never returned, no he never returned and his fate is still unlearned"... maybe we finally found him. (...
Preferring blast white if I purchased, this would be a keeper for life had it been given to me by my blessed mother. I still own the 1923 Peace...
@SteveInTampa Any ideas?
@Bobs Tavern Arm Excellent photos and nice clashes.
As you originally thought it was an off center strike instead of a misaligned die strike, it might be good to keep as a reference coin. Maybe...
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