The giveaway that it was a "squeeze-job" is that the letters of LIBERTY and the date are backwards. Chris
So, if there is suspected damage in such close proximity, isn't it possible that the anomaly is also considered damage? Chris
Theoretically, it is possible to have an off-centered doubled die because the error and the variety are created during separate stages of the...
The mark on the column looks like damage. I'm not sure about the marks in the field. Chris
It's not much different from those kiosks that let you choose an oyster and open it for the pearl inside. Chris
Have you ever attended a major show like FUN? If you get an "Early Bird" pass for the "Dealer's Day" you will see some of the inconsiderate...
It looks like machine doubling to me. Chris
The only profit will be to the OP. Any sucker who pays a premium for them will ultimately lose if he/she were to wait until it is legal to melt...
@SuperDave FYI! What I would prefer is that he send the coin to John Baumgart @messydesk for an in-hand examination. John is one of the best...
First is sex! Chris:woot::woot:
Soitanly! Chris
FWIW, I searched $50 Mint bags (two each of P&D) for the Speared Bison and never found one. Let me know if you decide to open the rolls because I...
Wasn't Ellis Island already used as a theme for a dollar commem? Chris
Thanks, John! I really didn't want to drag you into the middle of this, but you are the most qualified person I know. Chris
Quite often, they are the result of not meeting the minimum grade for bulk submissions. Suppose the submitter requests that only coins grading a...
Yes, I see them now, but the "8" still concerns me. She looks pregnant! Chris;)
These close-ups look like machine doubling. Chris
But, 5% is easier to check than 6%.............20 times across the coin as opposed to 16-2/3rds. Your dog couldn't possibly be better than my...
Poor baby! Chris
300x magnification is useless for coins. Now, if you want to study the mating habits of dust mites, that's another story. Chris
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