Yep, definitely PMD.
Look like a fool again?
Usually these are called split cladding, or Clam shell. The copper core does not bond correctly, kind of like a lamination on a copper cent. These...
PLease throw that into the nearest body of water, that way some other newbie doesn't come on here and claim it is some million dollar find. PS No...
Dang, I didn't even think there was that many. But, it does go to show that these could be an accident, and not just mischief.
Actually, cause you are a young numismatist, as your profile says, We tend to be laxed, most members are asked to provide clear and large photos....
You cropped those? That extraneous space is hard on the eyes. Cropped and zero photo editing. [ATTACH]
Like the thinnest?
Can you get some better detailed photos of the area?
My first half cent. Can't figure out if this is an 8/9. The dealer gave it to me. [ATTACH] [ATTACH]
I It would be even cooler if you had the other piece of the cladding error.
Franklin? Franklin? What?
Honestly, we get better photos when you crop them.
This is to all that have already responded, I think that there is plenty of warrant to get better photos.;) I can't rule out a dropped element,...
If this were as struck you would have toning on the high points. By the way, I like the purples and deep reds on that Texas. Even planchets have...
If I had a couple culls or cleaned examples, I would send them in. That premium with DC coins will always be there. If gold goes way down in the...
Edit. Nice collection @johnmilton
How many Sac/quarter mules were found? I believe there were only two. I don't see the SS coming after the coin at anytime. Even though this was...
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Well folks if I would have been on CT yesterday after 7:30 AM I could have quelled a bit of the back and forth. But it seems you all did just fine...
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