Go for the monthly issues, they are the best for type, that is complete sets of (for example) Barber dimes, mercs, etc.
jmc: Nice haul! Too bad those deals don't come along too often.
Ribbit; Nice copy, interesting fake.
I can't see the doubling in that picture. The die cracks are common, esp for the first year of issue. The mint was still getting used to...
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That is a large planchet lamination.
Adam: Hmm... from his question, you are correct, I just presumed album.
Toad: Actually, as far as centering in the die, as good as any other position. Statistically speaking. However, that could be why it (may...
JB: You really have got to go back & check your entire collection!
MS 62, brown. But--- as I've said before: I wear glasses.
The copper plate and the zinc did not properly adhere. The bubbling is very common, and ugly (generally).
They can scratch the obverse of the coin if it (the coin) is not pushed far enough into the slot.
hey, that's MY bridge!
Not that I doubt your expertise: But.. if a smaller planchet (from the cent) were struck by a larger die (the 5 cent) then the coin would be...
The Whitmans should be okay. I haven't heard of any sulphur problems. However: Be careful with the plastic slides!
Joey: Sorry, but the reverse is so dark that I (for one) can't see anything. Try using a better light.
post mint damage.
jeeze! wow! huh? I can't imagine finding one like that. Nice grab.
Actually, Doug, you have to contact Eric Von Klinger first. If they/he doesn't give you permission to send the coin they return it without...
john: Wow, sometimes ya just get lucky. Or you had a really interesting granny!
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