Good find, a nice clear example
Picked this up yesterday from my LCS. A definite improvement on the one I have. [ATTACH] [ATTACH]
Why not?
It is what is known as a ridge ring. It is the result of an overworn, deteriorating die
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As posted above, it is mechanical doubling, therefore no added value. 1989 was the last year the mintmarks were handpunched into a master die, so...
You're welcome. Which one was it?
Hi and welcome to CT. It could be this https://en.numista.com/catalogue/exonumia15352.html or this...
Congratulations, an impressive amount of appreciation.
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Slightly thinner or thicker is a normal part of the process. All coins have tolerances, here is another to file for ref [ATTACH]
Hi and welcome to CT. 1st coin has a small die chip above the flame,caused by a deteriorated die. 2nd coin looks like a typical weak strike on the...
Ignoring the detriments of the holder, it is still a fine looking coin
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Look forward to seeing any more FM coins you may have. There are not many fans of them here but I, and the gentleman above, certainly are.
Worth going to town for if you come home with a nice selection of change
It is always best to have an attribution reference, here is the relevant section, http://cuds-on-coins.com/jefferson-nickel-cuds-1984-1989/
The upsetting mill puts a proto rim in place with enough metal in that area for forming the full rim when struck in the collar. The collar is the...
Where is the doubling? There are 2 DDO to choose from for that date
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