Not likely to see it on the new zinc Lincolns, more likely to see plating bubbles and bursts, more likely to see it on pre-1982 95% copper cents.
I see die deterioration looking at the metal flow. Also those hits on the breast and left field would make me stay away from this 1923 cent. And...
Of course Frank, he really cut it. LOL.
Thanks Ken, I know this is real as I see it in hand, and I meant to say the spaces between the pillars. I know not everyone will see it as clearly...
Look right behind the head and you should see at least the outlines of two of the pillars, the closet to the back of the head being more...
Going to be harder for you to see than me, but the pillars on the obverse are all the way across the obverse in the fields on this along with...
Time to invest in some reading material. The Cherry Pickers Guide Vol. 1 for cents is a good start. And John Wexler has two excellent books on...
My very first detector find in my Dad's field was an East India Coin. Still have it somewhere.
Rick, aren't cud's raised?
On the 1957 cent, are you referring to the B in Liberty and the 5 in date. Too far away but maybe filled in? Possible die chips.
Ummm, I have to go tomorrow to her house to find out, She wrapped it even though it's late and she does not remember the brand. I would have liked...
Die clash?
The oldest I have in hand is an 1864 MS63 Full Red Large Motto 2 Cent.
My girlfriend says my scope finally came in so hopefully I will be able to start posting better pic finally, w/o going overboard.
This is "Borderline " deceitful but it has been described properly as "Faux". Trouble is, does a novice even know what faux means? And more than...
Very nice Rick!
Patience is a virtue for sure, but I'm happy for you if you are happy with it. But never get caught up in the frenzy of a bidding war on something...
I hear that. I started with ICG but switched to ANAC's because of that reason. ICG does a good job but they still struggle for after market value...
Obviously not a seasoned or discriminating collector at this price.
A B.U. 1/10th ounce eagle for under $150.00 and something to be proud of.
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