Thanks for that. I was thinking that they might be hand stamping the working dies rather than the hubs, but wasn't sure what process they were...
UV degradation that will only get worse. Time for some new page holders.
Not really. I change out the backing color relative to a particular coin. As noted, black works well and is my normal default as it absorbs...
I didn’t speculate on authenticity since I’m not overly familiar with this series. I had some doubts though relative to the raised dots/anomalies...
He does sniff out the treasure!!
Indeed!! Interesting to see that the periphery devices seem reasonably spaced and level. Probably part of the engraving/trace. But the ONE CENT...
Cross your eyes...it might look better. Pretty common for this series. PCGS Photograde Online - Estimating Coin Grades Has Never Been Easier
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You raise a good point, but it reminds me of another. The likelihood of us finding something of tremendous value is rather low. It might be...
@Beardigger You hit the point all of us get to eventually. And each of us had to draw a line relative to what you find interesting enough to...
Good to hear. Can you confirm the crack on the reverse?
I found an inexpensive source (a.k.a. Walmart). I buy their brand since it has a better matte finish which keeps the reflective nature of other...
Hi @PamR - sorry for the confusion. I was looking at the 1910 S LWC. I thought I noticed it was an RPM, but using the Thumbnails, it's harder...
Hopefully you can see what I meant about the washing out of the photo with the wrong backing. I usually play with the colors until I get it...
Can you verify the crack on the Reverse from rim to right tip of wheat stalk?
Have a look - 1910s1mm004 Die Variety Information - coppercoins.com Definitely wouldn't touch it if you have this variety.
The USB microscopes are pretty good these days. I bought one of the earlier ones...I never used it beyond the initial experimentation. It sits...
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I knew what you meant - both times. Still fun finding S mint coins in CT, nickels seemingly the easiest.
Especially in the past, coins were attached to cards that were mailed to folks as part of sweepstakes. Basically, stick a dime to the card to...
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