You made me go look it up Aidan - it was the 1651 half crown. Charles II was the one with the gold proof, a crown - can't find the date right off,...
I wasn't doubting you at all Ruben, I know your background. I was just curious if you actually had any pics. And yes I remember our previous...
Ruben, would it be possible for you to get a pic and show us what you mean ? I've always wondered about that, but never realy knew if it was true....
It's not real errmac, it's just a token. If you wish to take the time to look it up you should be able to find it here - Cal Gold
It's KM #105 - made of brass. Top of the page 548, middle column, 2005 edition.
You mean kinda like this Bruce ? [IMG] [IMG]
If the coin is MS and shows no wear, and it has been dipped properly - you'd never be able to tell at all except by just plain reasoning. By that...
I think you have the right idea, just a bit backwards. Based on your description it sounds like it might be a die polish mark that extended beyond...
It was the British alright, but it was much earlier than the 1800's. I believe the date was 1653 and it was a gold coin. I'll have to look it up...
Yup, that's because by then the oxidation has usually eaten into the coins surface. There really are only two choices on what to do. First and...
Howdy coin7447 - Welcome to the Forum !! To be able to give you specific answers we would need more specific info, like what coin, date & mint...
I gotta agree with Roy on this one.
nyhariel - OK, now I gotta ask a couple more questions. Based on the pics, I assumed the coin was silver. And I noticed the resemblance to...
My thoughts on what it is haven't changed - I still say it is toning that someone tried to remove from the obverse.
I haven't managed to identify the coin yet, but I don't think it's from Cyprus. Here's a pic of a coin with the Lion of Cyprus - Click Here...
If you haven't already, please click on the link I posted. It's almost as good as the Red Book for providing basic information on US coins....
I repsect the owner of CopperCoins.com a great deal, but in this instance I believe he is making a mistake in offering that advice. A cotton swab,...
Facts huh ? Well, then I guess you should visit - Coin Facts (click on the link )
If it is thinner, then that would explain the coin. An overly thin planchet would not be struck well at all. Weigh it and that will tell you.
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