The bump around the rim is due to die wear. As it progresses the bump eventually goes all the way around the rim. Richard
Can you post some pics so we can see the type of crud you are up against?
tumbling is NOT the way to go. It will do more damage than good. Richard
I would say they were die polish marks Richard
getting this coin graded would cost more than the coin is worth. Though ths is a real strong clash I would expect it to sell for $10 - $15 on a...
It is due to age of the dies and every coin after this looks this way or worse. the coin is worth ten cents. Richard
This looks like a very strong die clash. The two dies struck each other with nothing in between transfering the images on to each other, then...
Unless these bars are from a nationally recognised supplier then you would have a hard time getting melt for them later because they would not be...
Where does the New England Currency Club meet?
long befor the plating would "wear off" a small hole will wear through and the zinc core will start to rot. I have seen many that have rotted...
A cud is caused by a piece of the rim breaking off. Richard
yeti teeth arent that triangular....
definate post mint damage
hi In fairness to the OP you need to read his entire response. Yes the item was a $3.95 item but it was part of a bigger package. When you are in...
yes, thats my avatar, still only 2 known. Richard
thanks!
don't hold your breath!
davidh can you look and see if there is anything in there about the 1982 DDR? Thanks Richard
this is what is called a hammer job. two coins are stacked together, covered with something so the rev. doesn't get too damaged, and then hit with...
I'l give a tentative yes to this. I will need to check things again as the date gets nearer. Richard
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