You need better images to get correct answers.
The dies used to encase these in a lucky holder can do all kinds of strange stuff to the rims.
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Nice find.
Buy the Cherrypickers guide. Forget about the Strike it Rich book. It's garbage.
If it's not Zinc Rot, it's probably bird droppings. Maybe mice. Nice find.
Are you going to send the coin to a grading service?
Really cool find.
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These are fun. I remember when these same out in Vegas. You could win them from quarter slot machines.
Silver dimes are worth about $1 in silver. You might get a bit more for a proof.
It's just damage.
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You have a damaged coin.
Are you sure it's the USMINT.com?
If you feel that sure, send it to PCGS.
Looks normal to me.
That makes three in a short period. I'm thinking Don Willis is still there.
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