So this one is just weird. No L in Liberty, and the last 8 in the date is super faint. It also looks like possible doubling on the date and something weird going on with the mintmark. Any thoughts? Thanks! You guys are awesome!
That is a good example of a worn die strike. The mint mark has a split plating issue exposing the zinc underneath. L issue is a clogged die. Nothing.
Yes, paddy man is correct. Though these sorts of things are very interesting to newbies, they are very "old hat" to experienced collectors. As paddy says, no added value. Perhaps the real value would be in showing these to your friends and impressing them with your new found knowledge. No offense, but even though they look WOW, they're really just ho-hum. But your friends won't know that until you tell them. Have fun and good luck.
This is a good time to learn the different possible variations. Put them in a 2X2 with a note as to what they are. Hold them for future reference. They can be fun and you found them. Happy New Year.
The L in LIBERTY was caused by a grease or debris filled Die. Very common. On the mintmark you can see the zinc under the copper coating. Also normal.
