Sometimes we just need the close-up of a certain area, other times we need a full coin image of one or both sides and, of course, there are those...
Cupromites.........copper termites! Chris:rolleyes:
Everyone has seen my favorite dozens of times. It's special to me because it was the first time I got an error coin directly from the Mint....
I'm surprised no one has mentioned the 1849 Liberty Head double eagle. Chris
First, it isn't "extra clad". There is always the same amount of metal (within tolerances) in every planchet. It's just that when a portion of the...
Some people use a jeweler's loupe to magnify images so you can place the camera lens very close to the loupe. You can't do the same thing with a...
It might be a die crack, but I'd need a better close-up to be sure. Small die cracks are very common for almost all denominations and are only...
If you're referring to the area just above the shoulder, I'm guessing that it is a die chip. Chris
You really should buy a copy of the Red Book. It can answer thousands of questions for you. Chris PS. Why is this thread listed in "Recent...
Offhand, I would think it is PMD, but you need to remove the coin from whatever case or cover it is in before you take any photos. Chris
I would suspect that individual mintages have something to do with it. Don't you? Chris
Thanks @Insider ! You posted my 11,000th Like. Chris
I think so, but it would have been easier to tell if you had marked along the edge in the same position on both sides. You see, US coins are...
Well, try to meet him somewhere in the middle. How many of the counterstamped half dollars have you seen? Chris
They're still your parents. Be thankful for that! Chris
That's good to know! There have been a number of 60+ year old women asking about you. I'll be sure to pass the info along.;););););););) Chris
Me, too!:stop::stop::stop::stop::stop:
It appears to be the same font. Interesting! Have you tried making an offer to the dealer that you feel comfortable with. It never hurts to try...
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@Paul Broccardi It looks like it has been improperly cleaned (whizzed) and there is apparent rim damage on the obverse at about 1...
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