The die chips you've shown us are not identical. There is no way to tell if these chips represent a progression unless you can find a marker on...
I don't think so, but you need to reduce the glare on your image. It washes out the details. Chris
If everyone liked the same thing, which automobile do you think would take over the market? Chris
Those are filled die chips. This is a greaser....... [ATTACH]
NGC has been grading them in the OGP for many years. It was only a couple of years ago (or so) that PCGS started grading them in the OGP. The big...
It may be a low mintage compared to the hundreds of millions produced in other years, but I really don't consider 39+ million for Philly and 46+...
I don't know what you mean. I've never heard of an "RDD"! Chris
You certainly do need to learn more about the minting process. Suits are pressed at the cleaners. Coins are struck at the Mint. Planchet metal...
Almost as soon as the State Quarters were introduced, the sleazebag sellers on TV came up with the idea of using lower grade uncirculated coins to...
@Evan8 is correct. The coin has been spooned. Someone used the bottom of a spoon to continually tap around the edge, causing it to widen. It is a...
I think it was a little more than 1-1/2 years ago, wasn't it? Chris
Thanks! I missed that. Chris
@CoinCuriousity It looks like someone started to "spoon" the coin but gave up. Spooning is a method used to flatten the edge, making it broader...
It is referred to as an off-center (O/C) strike. [ATTACH] [ATTACH]
QUESTION: I've sometimes wondered if the irregularly-shaped rim could be due to die deterioration, but I've never thought to ask. Chris
Not exactly! The molecules of any lubricants that were typically used with the tools could still exist, and since 2x2's are not airtight, the...
Also probably "Ditto!" if the reverse is normal. Chris
Probably "Ditto!" if the reverse is normal. Chris
@Dv8one Here is an example of one that never saw circulation. The 2001 Kennedy half dollars weren't released into circulation until 2004 when...
How long has it been since tools were stored in the toolbox? Does it smell like lubricants and/or grease? I ask this because it is possible that...
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