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Greenstang

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    Greenstang got a reaction from Hoghead515 in 1986 quarter   
    Not doubling, looks like a minor crack.
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    Greenstang got a reaction from JT2 in Is this considered to be doubling?? 1903 Morgan Silver dollar no mint mark.   
    Welcome to the Forum
     
    Yes that is a Doubled Die, nice find. 
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    Greenstang got a reaction from Drick6sy19 in 1986-D Lincoln Cent - New DDO Found?   
    That is because the cause is DDD, not MD. They are two different types of doubling. DDD is caused by the metal flow on a worn die, not  the bounce that you get on MD that causes the step. MD can occur on a new die whereas DDD cannot.
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    Greenstang got a reaction from Drick6sy19 in 1986-D Lincoln Cent - New DDO Found?   
    Not a variety or an error. That is Die Deterioration Doubling caused by a worn die, notice how it flows towards the rim.
    The mm can't be repunched as it was part of the original die and not hand punched.
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    Greenstang got a reaction from Errorfinder in Mr.Errorfinder   
    If you are selling, then this post should be in the Coin Marketplace Forum.
    Please follow the listing instructions at the top of the page.
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    Greenstang got a reaction from Sandon in Counterfeits,,how do u know   
    Kyle, weight to one decimal point is not accurate enough, it has to be to at least two. That could be 2.87 and still read 2.9. A copper coin should be about 3.11g.
    I have put together a couple of pictures to illustrate why I think it is counterfeit. The first thing I usually look at is the nape of the neck, compare yours to the genuine coin. Also the 3 in the date is slightly lower. There are also slight differences in the eyes and mouth although hard to see.  If you still believe yours is genuine, the only alternative is to send it to a TPG for verfication.


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    Greenstang got a reaction from JKK in 1965 Quarter   
    Your right JKK, typo on my part, I should have proof read it. I will change it to avoid confusion.
    Thanks for catching it.
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    Greenstang got a reaction from GoldFinger1969 in 1971S Proof Prototype?   
    And did Ana mention that there are only 3 known prototypes in existence and they have all been certified by PCGS.
    The last one for sale sold for $264,000.00.
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    Greenstang got a reaction from lcourtney123 in 1851 seated liberty   
    If you are in doubt about the authenticity of a coin, post a clear photo of both sides along with the weight to two decimal points on this forum and there should be someone here who can help. Don’t pay to send it to a TPG unless you are sure it is worth it.
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    Greenstang got a reaction from Hoghead515 in 2021-P Washington Crossing the Delaware die cud on his ponytail   
    It would not be a cud, a cud involves a break of the die along the rim. It is called a Die Chip, which are fairly common. Don’t forget, once the die is chipped, every coin minted after that would have that mark on it so there could be tens of thousands out there the same. Also chips are not considered an error, it is part of the minting process. Some people call it a Die Event.
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    Greenstang got a reaction from The Neophyte Numismatist in 2021-P Washington Crossing the Delaware die cud on his ponytail   
    It would not be a cud, a cud involves a break of the die along the rim. It is called a Die Chip, which are fairly common. Don’t forget, once the die is chipped, every coin minted after that would have that mark on it so there could be tens of thousands out there the same. Also chips are not considered an error, it is part of the minting process. Some people call it a Die Event.
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    Greenstang got a reaction from GoldFinger1969 in New to this Help!   
    If you are looking to sell. You could post it on the Coin Marketplace Forum on this site.
    Just be sure to read the posting instructions at the top of the page first.
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    Greenstang got a reaction from GoldFinger1969 in New to this Help!   
    Welcome to the Forum.
    If you mean getting it graded when you say rated, the answer is no. In that condition it may be worth $2-3.00 because of the silver content whereas it would cost you $50-60.00 to have it graded.
    Also in the future, start a new post for each coin as it gets confusing with more than one coin on a post.
     
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    Greenstang got a reaction from Elithenewguy in New to this Help!   
    Welcome to the Forum.
    If you mean getting it graded when you say rated, the answer is no. In that condition it may be worth $2-3.00 because of the silver content whereas it would cost you $50-60.00 to have it graded.
    Also in the future, start a new post for each coin as it gets confusing with more than one coin on a post.
     
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    Greenstang got a reaction from Sandon in New to this Help!   
    Welcome to the Forum.
    If you mean getting it graded when you say rated, the answer is no. In that condition it may be worth $2-3.00 because of the silver content whereas it would cost you $50-60.00 to have it graded.
    Also in the future, start a new post for each coin as it gets confusing with more than one coin on a post.
     
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    Greenstang got a reaction from Mr.Bill347 in Repunched Mint Mark   
    Not a repunched mm, it has taken a hit flattening the front of the D.
    Try to avoid screenshots, they are  too pixilated when you increase the size of the photo.
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    Greenstang got a reaction from GoldFinger1969 in Repunched Mint Mark   
    Not a repunched mm, it has taken a hit flattening the front of the D.
    Try to avoid screenshots, they are  too pixilated when you increase the size of the photo.
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    Greenstang got a reaction from Sandon in Repunched Mint Mark   
    Not a repunched mm, it has taken a hit flattening the front of the D.
    Try to avoid screenshots, they are  too pixilated when you increase the size of the photo.
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    Greenstang got a reaction from KarenHolcomb in 2021-P Washington Crossing the Delaware die cud on his ponytail   
    It would not be a cud, a cud involves a break of the die along the rim. It is called a Die Chip, which are fairly common. Don’t forget, once the die is chipped, every coin minted after that would have that mark on it so there could be tens of thousands out there the same. Also chips are not considered an error, it is part of the minting process. Some people call it a Die Event.
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    Greenstang got a reaction from Coinbuf in 2020 LINCOLN PENNY MINTMARK   
    Welcome to the Forum
    Hard to tell from an out of focus picture but it also could be a plating bubble that has burst which is just damage.
    It is impossible for a mintmark to be anywhere except in the proper location on modern coins.
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    Greenstang got a reaction from RonnieR131 in 2020 LINCOLN PENNY MINTMARK   
    Welcome to the Forum
    Hard to tell from an out of focus picture but it also could be a plating bubble that has burst which is just damage.
    It is impossible for a mintmark to be anywhere except in the proper location on modern coins.
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    Greenstang got a reaction from JT2 in 1975, no "S" mark, dime   
    I agree
    Not a proof, just a regular business strike minted in Philadelphia. Still worth 10 cents though.
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    Greenstang got a reaction from GoldFinger1969 in Another fake?   
    Definitely a counterfeit from China as are the other listings.
    All have been reported and should be removed tomorrow, 
     
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    Greenstang got a reaction from zelaznogb in 1975, no "S" mark, dime   
    I agree
    Not a proof, just a regular business strike minted in Philadelphia. Still worth 10 cents though.
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    Greenstang got a reaction from jimbo27 in Another fake?   
    Definitely a counterfeit from China as are the other listings.
    All have been reported and should be removed tomorrow,