Why are the rims different widths on the same coins

Discussion in 'Error Coins' started by Dave from the country, Jun 9, 2021.

  1. Dave from the country

    Dave from the country Member

    I run into this frequently and don't really understand why it occurs or how. This 1960 Canada cent (1st 2 photos) has what looks to me like a very wide rim. Two photographs of the opposite poles of the coin (same side) are provided for the wide rim coin and for another regular rim 1960 penny. Could someone please explain this...are they simply off center die strikes? Thank you. WIN_20210609_16_01_23_Pro.jpg WIN_20210609_16_03_13_Pro.jpg WIN_20210609_16_01_57_Pro.jpg WIN_20210609_16_03_27_Pro.jpg
     
    Dave from the country, Jun 9, 2021
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  3. paddyman98

    paddyman98 I'm a professional expert in specializing! Supporter

    It's considered Misaligned Die Strikes.. Not Off Center.
    It's such a common issue found on thousands of coins if you know what to look for.

    It could also be a High Pressure strike which would make the raised rim look a bit higher. Sometimes it's so much pressure it would create finning.
     
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  4. SensibleSal66

    SensibleSal66 U.S Casual Collector / Error Collector

    All depends on which Vehicle you drive . :hilarious:
     
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  5. Collecting Nut

    Collecting Nut Borderline Hoarder

    They are not off center strikes. They are called MAD’s or misaligned die strikes.
     
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