Don't use Goof Off as it will melt the plastic.
Another marketing ploy to me.
Looks like the copper variety. Not the one you want to find though.
The Die had grease on it in that area. It's common and considered a Mint error of value. Welcome to CT.
Toning is nice but it adds nothing to the grade. You'll just have to get out the loop and check for bag marks, wear, a strong or weak strike and...
Very nice bank notes. Especially since you got them from mom.
Welcome to CT. That is plated to look like steel. Not an error.
That's a D mintmark over a plating blister that popped open.
Anytime!
Both look to be worth 2 cents each. I see nothing special.
The Saran Wrap is included.
Use your Red Book and look it up.
"smarmy" Makes us sound like a swarm of angry bees. :)
Welcome to CT. Please post photos of both sides.
Environmental damaged. Welcome to CT.
Yes please let us know what happens.
I still haven't found all of the 2018's from circulation.
MD
Never thought of trying to remove the airtight from the packaging. Would the heat from a hair dryer soften the coin enough without damaging the coin?
With these new photos I believe this damage is caused by a coin rolling machine. You can see the outer ring on the obv of Jefferson. The reverse...
Separate names with a comma.