Yes to a lamination. Leave it be and put it in a flip or something to protect it. A nice hard case 2 x 2 would be best.
If you mean me, I'm retired. I do what I want, when I want. Retirement is great!
Coin 1 has a better strike and is full steps. Luster is a bit stronger as well.
Congrats Chris. Been around a long time haven't ya? Lol
I gotta say this Paddy...come on will ya? The coin looks like it has glue on the obverse and since CENT is backwards and upside down it's...
Not a lamination error. Looks like the coin was treated with something that is now peeling off. It's PMD or damage after leaving the Mint.
Looks normal to me well. I agree, nice photos. This is a coin made from zinc. It might show the doubling you see in photos but it could be split...
@Stevearino Well said! @-jeffB Your standards have not gone down hill. With age comes wisdom and with wisdom comes beauty.
You have some really nice pieces. :)
It might not be worth it to return the coin. It could also be used as a reminder or an educational piece. Best wishes.
You have to look at all of the known markers. I'm not a variety collector by any means. Doubling is caused by many things, all of which can be...
To each their own but it's nice to know that you agree that when 2 people find each other, regardless of how they look, dress or whatever physical...
It's a damaged coin as stated above.
When I answered I quoted you and your response is unedited. I'm the "guy above" as you put it.
You now assume my wife is fat and that I like fat chicks. As usual you're wrong! To a toothless man she could be very attractive and no, I am not...
Thank you for your definition of beauty. Mine is different so beauty is still in the eyes of the beholder.
It's zinc and minted from a worn die so it has NAV Doubling.
NAV Doubling but welcome to CT.
Hopefully you have learned something.
NAV Doubling
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