Acid can eat up a coin like that and reduce the weight. I'm not saying that's what it is, but it is a possibility.
If you have seen genuine examples of black beauties, you can use the search box here, then yours is most likely just ED. The rim, is the edge of...
Denver only made 1982 small dates in zinc. (2.5 grams) It's true two off metal (copper) coins have been found, but it's really a long shot. I was...
So is this error real?
Silver value $6.74
Well the first 2 photos are different from the last 2 photos. The photo is blurry but the first one seems to be plated. As for the second photo...
To me they are worth $20 each. They are just modern replacement notes. Other people may say differently as to their value. But I spend them. You...
Right side of the obverse, possible greaser. Grease or debris filled die, lack of letters and date on that side.
I only clicked once.
VF grades go from 20-35. (20,25,30 or 35) In my initial post my first thought was XF 45. But I can see how it would be AU. Because of the luster...
One interesting variety that can add some value is what is known as the “black beauty” nickel. These nickels are the result of improper...
Black beauty nickels are improperly annealed. I don't know what Skyman is talking about. "1958 Jefferson Nickel - Improperly Annealed - "Black...
Oh that's nice. Good value there. I don't think it needs to be graded. Collectors and dealers will know what it is worth raw or slabbed. With...
Congress votes to issue a Christa McAuliffe commemorative Because we blew her up with our incompetence and substandard O rings? Everyone on that...
Black Beauty nickels (often 1958 and 1959, but other dates as well) become dark from being improperly annealed. They were cooked too long. If you...
If the edge of the coin is not completely white it can't be silver. Even if it is, it could be plated. Silver quarters weigh 6.25 grams and clad...
Park under the sand. Very white looking oval disc. The photo is unnaturally dark because I was trying to angle it so you could see Jefferson and...
I see the luster, but IDK how it can be MS. I understand about the worn and overused dies. But does that really excuse the worn look? I have a...
F/VF details (cleaned).
So I am reading that you believe this note to be created, and not an error. Even if there was this misfeed on the 3rd drum, would the seals be...
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