I collect overdates, and this is one of my favorites from Sweden. This particular variety shows a nice set of markers for the 6/5. Marker studies are useful because they help you understand which portions of the overdate are most commonly seen--on coins from any country. Knowing these markers can help you find overdates without a photo reference. Corners of underlying digits are best preserved because more pressure was exerted by the punch there. Often a lot of the underlying digit is polished away, but in this case many markers still remain. For overdates involving a 5/6, the most common marker is the upper corner of the "5" protruding beneath the "6" (black arrow). The second is the top "flag" on the 5 (white arrow), then other portions of the 5, such as the lower ball (yellow arrow). As with most overdates, the markers aren't too obvious when looking at the whole coin. But, as I've learned where to expect to see markers, finding overdates became easier. As for value, some overdates are as common as the regular issues, and others are quite scarce. This particular variety is somewhere in between the two extremes.
Another nice example Kurt. I would imagine your collection of over-dates to be heavy on Scandinavian and Central/South American examples at this point.
Thanks! So far, it's mostly Europe with a few from C. and S. America (Peru). A nice one from Mexico is due to arrive soon--coming up!
