Or possibly a die gouge. Occurs when they are working on a die and the tool slips, leaving a gouge/mark. Probably not a big deal either way
Sorry, but even though it's older and in nice condition, it really isn't worth much over face value. The mint made a large number of 1964-D...
If you've ever tried to do any research on counterstamped coins, you'll immediately realize that it is impossible (and I don't use that word...
Oh no, we may lose another one to the dark side. :dead: Once you start, it's like The Hotel California, "You can check out any time you want, but...
Definitely not a coin. Possibly some sort of lock washer or locking nut
1800 LIBEKTY Half Dime [IMG]
Where's Ernie? [IMG]
That's OK. A new collector may read this thread and learn something, so that's a good thing
I don't know the current value of these, but even if you over paid it can't be more than a few Starbucks' Coffees or a lunch or two. If you end...
Me too. I had about a dozen 40's-50's sitting on my dresser plus a couple wheat pennies that I spent last week. They weren't doing anything for...
I think the copper is still there, it just has discoloration due to environmental damage. You wouldn't see the raised plating bubbles if the...
I agree that it's a circulation mark. Possible from a cut or gouge. At first glance, it looks like a leaf but the veins in the leaves point to a...
It is definitely a gouge. At one point your dime was hit or pinched. The area around the depression was pushed above the surface of the coin...
here is a link to an NCG example. Hard to tell for certain but I think the polish line through G and O on your coin may be there on the NGC...
Here is some info on Matte Proof Lincoln's and why they're special. http://www.lincolncentresource.com/Matte_Proofs.html...
Could also be a minor die chip. Doesn't add anything to the value.
Your coin has been plated as a science experiment after it left the mint. Here's how you can make as many as you want....
It depends on what you want to remove. If the copper is actually discolored through toning or environmental damage, there isn't much you can do...
What at your thoughts on acetone?
:banghead::banghead::banghead: Please do not spread this potentially damaging information to new collectors. Olive oil is mildly acidic and can...
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