@Sharon Chandler. Welcome to Coin Talk. One thing I'll add to what @Mountain Man said. Take photos directly over the coin and not at an angle. If you're using artificial light place it at the 2 and 10 o'clock position of the coin. When taking photos I prefer natural light but that's not always possible. EDIT. If you want to learn about broadstruck coins and what they look like, check this site: http://www.error-ref.com/broadstrikes/