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Ratzie33

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    The coin also exhibits a semi reflective surface characteristic of ‘64 sms coinage.
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    There are a few scratches, I do not see evidence of cleaning. Under A loop the majority of the lines are die polishing or preparation, raised up off of the surface.
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    There is also a very clear fat teardrop emanating from the crosslet of the four. I also noticed the definition of the T of trust, unlike any other proof or business strike Kennedy.
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    These lines look embossed not recessed
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    So die polishing lines are raised up off of the surface of the coin correct?
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    I guess I just noticed more details in the strike, the hair, eyebrow, and cheek, the eye wrinkle
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    There is more definition and elegance in the proposed sms coin
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    Compared to a proof coin
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    For the little it matters in the grander scheme of things look at the boldness of the lettering. The thickness and clarity of both the seraphs and jawline. The coin almost looks sculpted to me.
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    Struck better than a proof coin. I know I’ve posted a lot of nonsense on here and I thank all of the veteran numismatist for collecting me. But I think I’ve got something special here through the grace of a higher power.
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    I wish you well
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