I pulled out my 1984 copy of Schon's Deutscher Munzkatalog 18.Jahrhudert and it's listed as #58. However, Schon doesn't list KM171. The only...
I'm leaning towards PMD for the following reasons. * It has a wider indented "band". * I can't see how a strike through would cause a fissure, or...
PMD. The upper part of the 9 and 6 took a hit
Take the time to read through the following sites. They provide some in depth information not only doubled dies, but how to recognize worthless...
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You don't have a DDR If you think you found a doubled die, always check a site like http://www.varietyvista.com first. If you need additional...
Agree. Folded fin
Generic 1 ounce silver round. It's value is based on the price of silver
Agree with Larry and @atcarroll
Whatever was used to polish/buff the coin broke through the zinc plating and left the pits. The reddish color you're seeing is the same residue...
Your sarcasm failed to come through. The OP actually sounds like he believes you.
For US coins in gereral, get "A Guidebook of United States Coins" (referred to as the Redbook). Best $12-15 you'll ever spend on the hobby. I'm...
You shouldn't be embarrassed about asking questions when you're new and want to learn, however I understand your hesitation. There are many posts...
Try this https://www.pcgs.com/photograde/#/Indian/Grades Let us know what you think and any additional questions
I strongly suggest you save your $50-100. Something happened to this coin AFTER it left the mint. There is no step in the minting process...
Which one? Wexler lists 62 different DD. http://doubleddie.com/2247758.html
Mechanical Doubling (MD). No added value Flat and shelf-like. Also notice that the raised parts of the letters are thinner than normal. There...
Your coin is only worth 1 cent so worst case, you do something horrible to it and the value is reduced to....oh wait, you can't hurt it's value....
Every situation is unique and is dependent on the coin and experience/knowledge of the person doing the cleaning. In order to offer an opinion on...
NO!! This will also alter the surface of the coin. As pointed out previously, anything that noticeably alters the surface will reduce the value...
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