These are collectible to some, They are a good reference to a latter die state, you might get a few bucks out of them. Cool die crack!
I think this is what we would call High jacking a thread. Start you own unique thread. This one belongs to @MEHodges
Die state refers to the life of the die. From first strike to final strike. Early die state. mid die state and late die state. As the die gets...
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This happens when there is either a mechanical issue, or, when the copper plating is thin. By the way, it happens most on the MM
# 1 is allways a good reference. Shut! Number 2 is pretty convincing itself looks like @stldanceartist avatar.
I am sure I have seen that die state on Ct this week.
They are unique, an estate sale find?
Not even an XF?
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Them are purdy!
Weak strike, planchet defect. I missed that Thread.
I was thinking that He would pull a "double ear". Son of a gun, I have been doing this for years, Their elusive.
With out a doubt a keeper. I like how the lamination has turned the corner. It has good preservation. Nice find.
Way, to point that out ID. I wonder what @Rare-Tim will come up with next.
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@Paddy54 It is hard to see how the Blue fades into the Fire Orange. Slab or not, it would be hard to resist!
Nice catch on the Die chip. @alurid I hope this helps, Mint state examples can be a quick reference as to what the coin should look like. You can...
I am puzzled by the Blue skin on the high points. Taking another look.
By the way Right on the money @rlm's cents. Although I picked these up below Grey sheet.
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