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Greenstang

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    Greenstang got a reaction from RonnieR131 in 1950 5 cent Canadian Die Clash   
    The coin you show would be from a coin struck shortly after the clash.  I believe the OP's coin was struck after the die was polished and just shows remnants of the original clash. Guess the only way to tell for sure would be to do an overlay which I can' do.
    Also I took that photo from my file. I have a file of a couple of hundred photos that I have created over the years for my own use. If there is another Canadian coin you would like to see, I may have a photo of it.
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    Greenstang got a reaction from Wasaki in Please help ID this 62 Jefferson nickel "error".   
    Welcome to the forum
    I agree, just a die that was used well after it should have been retired.  
    No value in these beyond face.
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    Greenstang got a reaction from Sandon in 1977 D Penny   
    It is probably a copper cent plated with nickel, hence the attraction to a large magnet.  
    If it was a steel coin, a small magnet would attract it plus it would weigh less.
    Not unusual to see nickel plated coins. No value but keep it as it is from your grandmother.
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    Greenstang got a reaction from LAKoenke in 1977 D Penny   
    It is probably a copper cent plated with nickel, hence the attraction to a large magnet.  
    If it was a steel coin, a small magnet would attract it plus it would weigh less.
    Not unusual to see nickel plated coins. No value but keep it as it is from your grandmother.
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    Greenstang got a reaction from Sandon in Please help ID this 62 Jefferson nickel "error".   
    Welcome to the forum
    I agree, just a die that was used well after it should have been retired.  
    No value in these beyond face.
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    Greenstang got a reaction from Brian Dodd in 1994 Second Opinion   
    Welcome to the forum.
    Do you realize that it would cost $50 - 60.00 to have graded. 
    With the split plating issues, it is worth 1 cent.
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    Greenstang got a reaction from JT2 in 1994 Second Opinion   
    Welcome to the forum.
    Do you realize that it would cost $50 - 60.00 to have graded. 
    With the split plating issues, it is worth 1 cent.
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    Greenstang got a reaction from The Neophyte Numismatist in Error Quarter or not? Would it be worth grading?   
    Welcome to the forum
    A badly damaged dryer coin. Worth 25 cents if you can get someone to accept it.
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    Greenstang got a reaction from l.cutler in Error Quarter or not? Would it be worth grading?   
    Welcome to the forum
    A badly damaged dryer coin. Worth 25 cents if you can get someone to accept it.
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    Greenstang got a reaction from EagleRJO in 1983 D Lincoln Cent trash or?   
    Welcome the Chat Board
    That is  what is known as a "Texas Cent" (Everything is bigger in Texas)   
    Put the cent between two pieces of leather and pound it.   This will remove the copper plating and enlarge the zinc core.
     
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    Greenstang got a reaction from Sandon in 1981 D Quarter,there's a mix of mint damage   
    Welcome to the Forum.
    There is nothing on that coin that can’t be attributed to circulation damage.  
    It is only an error if it happens during the actual striking of the coin.
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    Greenstang got a reaction from JT2 in Re gradeing   
    One thing to remember, it might not come back as a MS70. Each grader have their own standards
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    Greenstang got a reaction from Sandon in Re gradeing   
    One thing to remember, it might not come back as a MS70. Each grader have their own standards
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    Greenstang got a reaction from Niema in Should I get this graded?   
    What you see is minor Machine Doubling, a worthless type of doubling.  
    Even if it was was a true Doubled Die, there would not be enough value to have it graded.
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    Greenstang got a reaction from Coinbuf in Should I get this graded?   
    What you see is minor Machine Doubling, a worthless type of doubling.  
    Even if it was was a true Doubled Die, there would not be enough value to have it graded.
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    Greenstang got a reaction from JT2 in Should I get this graded?   
    What you see is minor Machine Doubling, a worthless type of doubling.  
    Even if it was was a true Doubled Die, there would not be enough value to have it graded.
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    Greenstang got a reaction from JT2 in Should I get this graded?   
    Welcome to the Forum.
    So that we can help you better understand value of coins, why did you think it is worth getting graded?    
    Unless it is worth a t least $150.00, it does not pay to get send it in. What do you see that we don’t.
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    Greenstang got a reaction from J P M in Should I get this graded?   
    What you see is minor Machine Doubling, a worthless type of doubling.  
    Even if it was was a true Doubled Die, there would not be enough value to have it graded.
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    Greenstang got a reaction from Mr.Bill347 in Should I get this graded?   
    What you see is minor Machine Doubling, a worthless type of doubling.  
    Even if it was was a true Doubled Die, there would not be enough value to have it graded.
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    Greenstang got a reaction from Irvin ser in How to validate this coin?   
    Welcome to the forum
     I agree   
    A common half dollar worth 50 cents
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    Greenstang got a reaction from JT2 in 1965 error dime   
    I agree, damage from the crimping machine when sealing the package.
    It must have been too close to the edge when being sealed.
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
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    Greenstang got a reaction from EagleRJO in I found an odd looking quarter. What is this?   
    A Capped die or Struck Through Grease would still weigh 5.67g
    The fact that it is considerably lighter indicates that it has been acid etched.
     
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    Greenstang got a reaction from Mojorkr in 1799 8 Reales Coin   
    Welcome to the forum
    If you want to clean your coins, the only way without chancing devaluating it is to soak it in acetone.   
    This will not attack the surfaces and will clean off any gunk. I usually soak my coins for 24 hrs then rinse with
    distilled water and let dry. Do not in any way try rubbing it.
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    Greenstang got a reaction from JT2 in I found an odd looking quarter. What is this?   
    A Capped die or Struck Through Grease would still weigh 5.67g
    The fact that it is considerably lighter indicates that it has been acid etched.
     
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    Greenstang got a reaction from Coinbuf in 1965 error dime   
    I agree, damage from the crimping machine when sealing the package.
    It must have been too close to the edge when being sealed.