Yes.
Damage.
It's ugly. Something much nicer could be found for the same money.
You will get better answers with images that are in focus.
This link will take you to what Heritage has sold. There is a lot to look at....
I really like the half. Nice looking coin.
No.
What are you trying to figure out with this thread?
Cleaned.
It's not worth anything.
I can help a bit but I'm not the expert you need for Canadian. Years ago, I found several consecutive old US $100 bills. I thought it strange but...
Not a cud. Looks like something stuck on the coin. Maybe glue.
Copper turns all kinds of different colors. It's normal.
It's a good idea to take pliers and smash those staples flat. A lot of coins get scratched by them.
It's just damage.
I don't think the nick is all that bad but the color does not look natural. It's been messed with.
Acetone first but learn the proper way to use it. You can soak the coin for days without harming the coin. One bath is not enough. Dip is...
About $400 if PCSG didn't call it damaged.
It's another coin worth 1 cent.
Go with the grade on the PCGS slab. We can't help with images as bad as these.
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