Lamination Error/Cracks on 1943-D Jefferson War Nickel?

I recently purchased three 1943-D Jefferson war nickels, one in PCGS 65 and two in 66. The 65 has significant areas of cracking on the reverse, above and around the building.

What do I have here? My research came up with laminator error/cracks, but seeing as I've never had a coin with this feature, I figured I'd consult the folks here.





As a bonus, all three of the coins had an interesting 'scarface' type of die crack running through Jefferson's cheek:




Thank you for any input.

 

Log in or Sign up to hide this ad.

Yes, the reverse shows a lamination error. It is extremely common on war nickels, as they were struggling with the alloy.

And yes, the obverse shows a die crack across his cheek.

Both of these are quite common and have no extra value, but they are cool.

 

X2 to all that he said.

 

That clears up a question I have had for some time. I have three War nickels with various lamination issues and seem to see them quite commonly. I appreciate that, Jason.

 

If you're interested, Roger Burdette wrote a fascinating book about all the troubles they had coming up with the war issues: https://www.wizardcoinsupply.com/un...LYaVUAtIXms5H9l_4PGjViZYffo0bGAhoCbsoQAvD_BwE