Hi, Hoping I can get some information on this coin, 1943 S/P Nickel. I was referred to the site by Coinquest, The gentleman there asked for pics and I'm waiting to hear from him as well. The coin Has an S to the left of the P, and on looking at close ups, it also looks like the Dome of monticello is doubled. These areas are flat to the naked eye, But the S is visible now that I know it's there. I was taking pics for ebay when I noticed the S. Now I'm a google nut and I understand that Mintmarks were punched separately then, is this error possible? Hope someone can tell me about the coin. Thank You!
I don't see any doubling. I see the "S" but don't know if its just a result of how the back toned or what. I don't know how it would have ended up so far to the left of the P. There aren't any known 1943 S/P's that I know of (none in Cherrypickers and none on google search).
Hey, Thanks for the welcome. I do appreciate the replies, I've been looking at this over and over, and am fully convinced it's an S. Size Width Style, but up and to the left, The dome well that looks like it got flattened behind. I couldn't find anything in research either, so brought it here. Would it be worth it to send for authentication and grading? Should I have a dealer or Numismatist look at it. I think there is one within 500mile radius of where I am >>LOL probably 2 hrs. If I ask for authentication and there is no known error of this type how do they do it?? Or should I consider tossing back in the trinket box?
You could always send it in, noting what you see. If they see it too, then they might make note of it. But unless it is recognized already, you would have an uphill battle.
I would not bother with having it graded as you will get nowhere fast. However, if you truly belive you have something here (although I respectfully disagree), you may wish to contact one of the variety attributors. If you go to doubleddie.com there is a list of gentleman who may be able to assist you.
I see what your referring to in the S.. You can send it to a number of people to get an opinion on it.. Mike Diamond James Wiles John Wexler Mike Ellis There is 4 names for you. All the info you need on them can be found on the CONECA website. www.conecaonline.org Look for attributors. Personally speaking, save your stamp, its an illusion in the toning. Or at least thats my opinion based on these pictures.
I'd love to see a good image of the MM with an overlay of the possible S mintmarks to compare with. OMM is still highly unlikely.... what about a dropped letter? S in 'Pluribus'?
I Think i'll blush a little... a lot. I did get excited seeing the coin, and very thankful for the help. I will keep it, because it sparked an intrest for me. Like everyone I'm hoping to land a big find, not necessarily coins, I collect other items, well, all that was in my intro post. I thought if the coin were an S that I would have to find out if there was any hint of the Mark being raised. As I mentioned it didn't look to be. I bought silly putty (please don't laugh!!) and pushed it onto the coin hoping to find some impression, And then there was nothing. Back in the trinket box it goes. I am posting the other 2 coins I have, and will ask for some information as well. I don't believe they are great, one a lamination error ?, and one a clashed die?, at least that is what I have found in looking them up. Thanks again, Great Site!!
I would bet most of us have had a similiar experience when we first started "looking" at coins. You have nothing to be ashamed about, and keep asking questions, that's how we learn. BTW the silly putty trick is not dumb at all. It's a very good way to see what a die actually looks like. Just don't use it on a mint state coin.
Is it corrosive to a coin? It was the only thing I could think of that might grab an impression without damaging the piece. My luck too, they make colored silly putty now, Bright colors, Just wanted plain stuff I grew up with, nice florescent yellow is what I got. Thanks for not laughing!
