If DLH wants it, he won't be the underbidder. Im up there with @ToughCOINS $5-$6 mil Fun and interesting thread. Thanks everyone for all the...
Sorry, but it is so corroded, there is nothing identifiable. Huge maybe, but I might be able to be convinced its a US large cent. Maybe the...
Best way is to take it to a coin shop or jeweler with a handheld XRF. A plated coin will show a little Ag and a lot of Ni and Cu. A normal clad...
Soak in water. Acetone is overkill IMO. Also, it won't react with the surfaces and turn them pink
You need to confirm the weight. Using a scale with a 2 digit resolution is recommended.
Let us know what you're hourly rate ends up being. :D Just sounds like a huge hassle, especially if you you have trouble separating the acrylic...
Current dies are made using the single squeeze method also known as class IX doubling. Some of the characteristics are different and learning...
They are roller lines from the planchet rolling process and its not uncommon on late 70s early 80s cents. Im Guessing its due to poor cleaning...
Im not seeing any cracks on the rim and feel its either glue or melted plastic. There are organic materials that are not affected by acetone. A...
Even though the design may be busy, I always liked how the rays make the reverse pop. I even like how the mintmark is a little messy when it...
I think I see a little die deterioration that may be confusing you, plus the date suffered a pmd hit. But its not a LD/SD.
This won't happen during the minting process so it can't be an error. It was hit/tumbled after it left the mint and is post mint damage (pmd)....
Think about it. Tons of striking pressure is going to flatten anything flush to the surface. The fact that it's raised tells you it couldn't have...
Sorry, but its just a material like glitter that got stuck to the coin after it left the mint. It's not an error You pointed out the raised...
Cool medal. Sorry, but I know almost nothing about this subject and don't think I can offer any help. Assuming you've already searched but just...
Too bad. A lot of members took the time to post accurate information to help these guys. Hate it when newbies don't understand the incredible...
Nice write up. Always fun to see interesting posts that change things up from the "normal CT routine"(but still have the numismatic connection)....
Your not the first to make a dumb mistake and on post and won't be the last. Just roll with it. You've been on here long enough that most...
If you want to be a good numismatic you gotta learn to grade. Takes time, especially MS coins (even after 50 years of collecting I'm not very...
Yeah, but now he can spend more time on here keeping the rest of us under control.
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