I was able to depress one of the lines with a toothpick.
Neither are die cracks. They are gas bubbles between the zinc core and the outer copper plating. Neither are considered errors.
The placement is the only thing that makes it interesting. However, investing money for this, IMO, is a waste. Gas bubbles are common and as you...
I, too, am shocked! How did they get there so fast?!
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One thing you could do is get a job at a coin shop. A good coin shop. Spend a few years there and you'll see just how much there is to know.
I agree. PMD. Environmental damage. They resemble metal detecting finds.
Looks pretty close. It's probably an unauthorized version. The one you have looks pretty amateurish.
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I've always been under the impression that shipping from any kind of company takes 4-6 weeks. At least, that has been my experience over the last...
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Glue.
Never iron notes. If you want to reduce the creases, just put it between the pages of a book. Not perfect but it helps somewhat.
Post some pics that show the difference. Also, rolls are made by a third party. It isn't unusual to get odd coins in rolls.
Welcome to Coin Talk! Looks crude. Probably homemade.
The "6" on the first one has taken a hit. The second coin looks normal.
Cannot tell what you're looking at. (pics are blurry). Is it the yellow color or is that just from the lighting?
Most of what you have are struck through grease/debris which causes the imperfections that look like weak details or the "sunburst" that you have...
The only keeper would be the one with lathe circles. I don't know if it has additional value but it is interesting enough that I would keep it for...
Die chips were common in the 40's, 50's and 60's cents. No real premium for them. I have buckets full that I've collected.
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