That's probably it, I also remember The Real McCoys from when I was a kid, and I'm only 58.
For the late date? My recommendation is Robert Grellman's U. S. Cents 1840 - 1857. Cost is about $100 if you can find one. It's out of print...
It I remember correctly the tin/antimony alloy test pieces are mentioned in Roger Burdette book on the experimental wartime one and five cent...
They do change the language in their guarantee from time to time. If you don't check the guarantee from time to time you may find other surprises.
No, but you did get a mint set only 1973. And the picture you posted of the possible 72 Type 2 looks good to me.
41 D is not 6 full steps, 5 yes, 6 no. Bottom step is slightly questionable onder the third column and definitely joined to the step above below...
Usually a finned rim indicates either a die misaligned far enough that the widened gap between the neck of the die and the collar allows the metal...
Wouldn't be an improvement over the one I already have. Besides I'm broke as well. Finished my set of chain cents this past weekend. Picked up...
Ground down on purpose, I would agree, for a purpose who knows.
At first they guaranteed the grade on the coins, then they limited the color designation to 10 years, now they limit the guarantee on the grade...
For the most part common coins in uncommon condition. LOTS and LOTS of money spent on grade rarities.
By the time I enlarge your images large enough to see them they are so pixelated than I can't tell anything about it. But it looks like it may...
For the most part ignore the prices, but READ the text. You can learn a lot from the Redbook
Lowest mintage US coin I have is 1885 three cent nickel business strike, Mintage 1,000. Next is a 1915 proof buffalo nickel 1,050. Then 1882...
What you are seeing at the center of the rev is the bottom bar of the E and left upright of the N.
Looks like a good bet
Paradalia strikes again.
Still just a severely damaged cent.
On the OP coin I see some evidence of die deterioration, and a slight MAD.
Large date Especially since the 82's are so easy to tell apart.
Separate names with a comma.
