Since most of the doubling is flat and the perimeter lettering shows spreading due to Die Deterioration Doubling. I think the mint mark is...
You can find similar scopes as that one on Amazon for under the given price. I am sure both are made in China, but up to a magnification of 30X ,...
It looks a little like a ground down face to me, but will wait for more info. Jim
Because of the high value, I suggest ( if you haven't done so) to consult with a tax specialist, both IRS and most State, as they expect to...
Hi Curt, Die Deterioration Damage due to overuse of the die that cause the image to spread outward from the center towards the edges. Look at the...
I think they are an excellent group of coins. Sometimes think the submitter (name, reputation, and amount of submission, etc. ) plays a part. I...
If you have ever used 2 part epoxy glue (A + B ), a coin edge mixes it and picks it up better than tooth picks or ice cream sticks. If the excess...
:playful::playful:Looking for financial supporters to help buy me a ion beam etching machine. I will be selling not just a badly done "5" on the...
I couldn't lay the blame entirely on PCGS as coin " Error experts" has allowed these to be listed as some thing "Super special" over time...
I do not see any "s or portion" in any photo, sorry. You might try a 10X , or 20 X or so glass magnifier. Your naked eye usually has better...
As the main doubled die coins such as the 1955/55 and 1972/72 Lincolns became desired to most collectors, but the cost was very high, and the...
Until they decide to rewrite that resolution which they rarely mention as it is.
If you will send me the address by my inbox, I will mail a roll of cents ( supposedly all different), but the kids put them together. If you are...
Chemically, copper and zinc can react to give a "more yellow copper color". Whether this is what happened on purpose or by accident. Zinc atoms...
There is an exception to the above law for copper cents. They can be melted down IF they are used in "Artistic Situations " such as producing...
Florida is almost an island, so humidity will destroy your copper or zinc based coins given enough time IMO. But you can eliminate it in an...
Fiji water would not be my selection for soaking coins, huge chemical list....
A "Hobo Half" kept him from jumping onto the tracks. IMO
Yes, Acetone is very harmless compared to that. But if you are going to sell your grease bucket car or truck, that might help to sell easier.
Biggest staples I have seen for a coin flip lately unless it is a mini-coin.
Separate names with a comma.
