Apparently, there were three different types of dimes issued in 1968. The first, 1968 silver version. Easy, peasy. But the other two have me...
A weak strike or worn out strike will not make for an error. This is just a maintenance issue and/or a quality control problem.
Depends upon whether or not you want to see them at a glance or store them without seeing them. Littleton makes a nice slab album but you are...
I've never studied doubled dies on this coin. I see a complete shift to the west though.
Yes indeed, nice coin and congrats on 3K.
I can't speak for Jeff, but what is there to lose at this point. Your first photo shows someone already used something harsh, like a wire brush,...
All you need to know is pretty much what Jeff just said.
Yes, he is serious about the white vinegar. It can react with the nickel but not like with a cent. If left too long in the vinegar the coin will...
Winna", winna', chicken dinna"
Didn't that have something to do with the Kennedy family requesting a design change?
I found three tokens recently for a quarter each in a junk box and was wondering if anyone could properly identify this one? "Good For 5 Cents In...
Wash your hands and throw this in a can.
Now to find out what the VAM is for this.
Be patient my friend. John has been dealing with Parkinsons for years.
But, but, I got a pop up that said there was a 17% price drop. LOL.
C'mon Sal, lighten up a bit. OP is a new member since today.
Oooooh. Gives us back our pretty precioussss.
LMBO :D
Very nice write up and some history I did not know about. That second medal sure is busy but shows what can be included when designed by the right...
@Shinyjack Nice example of a later stage die. Note that you will most always see die cracks or chips on Philadelphia coins before you will see...
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