Your Lincoln Cent is normal, just damaged. Welcome to CT.
Worn die
Sorry but I am one of the number of members that do not do links.
I received a notice that mine shipped yesterday and is due for delivery this Saturday. Only took a week from when I ordered.
I hear that. I have my online resources but the bay isn't one of them.
Looks normal and welcome to CT.
Those are really nest. I like them but I have no idea who made them.
I don't buy anything on the bay.
Glad you got what you expected and thanks for posting it.
Just toned differently due to exposure of where the coin has been. Nothing wrong with gun metal grey coloring. :)
No harm in leaving it as is for now. Give yourself time to get over your excitement before making any grading decisions.
I do love Bust Coins, especially Halves. You should check them out in your area. You might be surprised.
Just search for novelty coins and something should pop up.
Zinc rot
In a word, yes.
Yes they should be embarrassed but with the quantity that is produced they don't care.
Nothing special to me.
Looks like a new die crack starting to form. I can see it as it is raised.
You should have no problem getting them at a bank.
MD
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