I think the entire hobby is waiting for an answer. :happy: In all seriousness, most chemical reactions that cause toning over time can be...
Usually, manufacturers are looking for continuous improvements in their processes, either for cost savings or to improve quality. The planchet...
Wow, I always considered these minor errors. I need to dig mine out and sell them. Probably have about 5 or 6 in AU/MS the that I picked from...
@Murillo Nice example of a clashed die. I found a few of these back in the 80's (the mint apparently had poor QC). Generally, they're worth less...
Don't be too hard on yourself, Tyler. You've been here for a little while and just got a little tough love. Should you have known this by now?...
I was thinking the same thing. Not only is it weak at the rims but the obverse jaw and Monticello didn't strike up well. Doesn't really look like...
Agree with RickMP for the same reasons
Keep looking and learning. It takes time to look at a lot of coins and gain the experience and knowledge. You seem to be on the right path....
I also think it's genuine. The letters and rim are weak in the clip areas. I am usually suspicious if the letters are strong right up to the...
If you can get clear, cropped pics of each obv and rev, there are probably enough people on CT that can help attribute them. Books are readily...
What kind of estimate are you looking for? Retail value? What a dealer would pay? To sell on Ebay?
Looks more like a lamination
Is it raised or flush with the surface? Hard to tell perspective from the pic, but if it's flush, it might be residue from being dipped.
The 80's were notorious for worn dies, particularly nickels but I think this could be PMD (light grit blast??). See what other opinions pop up here.
I agree with Ottoman Empire 1223AH but I think the reign year is 18 and the coin is silver, not gold. Maybe KM578 5 Para . My older Krause...
1299AH (1881/82) Zanzibar Pysa. KM-1.
Must be from the Gorton Fisherman or change from Long John Silver's:woot: To be serious, you should start a new thread and post some clear,...
I think you may have some things mixed up. You originally said the it was a lab that said it was Nickel, then you said it was a slab company. A...
I know European standards tend to be more conservative. I also have a set 1/2 marks in F-AU and am missing the rare dates and Munich overdates....
As others have said, this is a misaligned die and normally they don't carry a premium. However, this is extreme for a MAD and may be worth a buck...
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