What happened to this 1982 cent?

Discussion in 'Error Coins' started by HumptyDumpty, Feb 3, 2010.

  1. HumptyDumpty

    HumptyDumpty Junior Member

    I have no idea what happened to this 1982 Lincoln Cent.

    I weighed it, checked in normal, but I am skeptical because of the silver on the rim.

    Any ideas?
     

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  3. HumptyDumpty

    HumptyDumpty Junior Member

    More pics.
     

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  4. jallengomez

    jallengomez Cessna 152 Jockey

    1982 was the first year of the zinc core, so it's probably just post-mint damage that exposed the zinc. Looks like it just has a lot of scum/residue on it.

    Upon looking closer, it looks like it may have been spooned or the victim of a dryer.
     
  5. HumptyDumpty

    HumptyDumpty Junior Member

    That's what I was thinking too (dryer), thanks for the confirmation.
     
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