Mint Error or PMD? 19xx no date Lincoln Memorial Penny

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Too many time your eyes see what they want to see....I'm hoping this isn't one of those.

 

Take your time. Try again.

 

Looks like a struck thru grease. Post pics of your entire coin, Obv and Rev next time.

https://www.ngccoin.com/news/article/5707/struck-throughs/

https://www.cointalk.com/threads/lets-see-some-struck-thru-grease-coins.219863/

 

working on better images

 

Ok I'm using dropbox, what URL sharing methods do you use?

 

Worn Die Strike. Missing Letters and Numerals were not formed due to debris filling the Die.

 

Your coin was not struck properly due to the Die being filled with grease and or debris. It's common and not worth any extra. Welcome to CT.

 

Yep, I found an article on it last night. Probably a 1999 they had some issues. Thanks for the help everyone!

 

you can ignore this...just getting my file uploading straightened out.

 

Does it add any value to a coin typically though?

 

In a word, no. It adds no extra value.

 

I've read about grease-filled dies on this forum numerous times and always wanted to ask a question. Why doesn't the tons of pressure during the minting process "dislodge" the grease? Just curious...

 

Good question. I'm not an expert on the minting process. Others here will chime in. I'm thinking because the pressure is so great and the strike is so fast. The slightest amount of debris or maybe dust could be struck into the surface of the coins.

That's just my non-professional opinion. Don't take it to bank....... or mint!

 

Thanks anyway. When I picture it in my mind, I picture the grease just splashing out. LOL.

 

Yes, I agree. I'm the same way. I hear (and I'm not 100% sure) the Mint production floor is almost like an industrial construction site! These crap everywhere!....tools, oil, grease, rags, dirt, spare parts, metal fragments, etc..

You name it it's there, even nails. That's the way I picture it.