Just Bob Posted January 31, 2019 Posted January 31, 2019 It appears that this die was resurfaced to the point of removing some of the design, including the designer's initials and part of the roof of the memorial. From the little information I have found, this seems to be somewhat common on cents from 1969 and 70. (possibly other years, as well.)
Hinkle Posted January 31, 2019 Author Posted January 31, 2019 4 minutes ago, Just Bob said: It appears that this die was resurfaced to the point of removing some of the design, including the designer's initials and part of the roof of the memorial. From the little information I have found, this seems to be somewhat common on cents from 1969 and 70. (possibly other years, as well.) Thank you, wasn't really sure. Just still hunting for that really cool one. Haha
Hinkle Posted January 31, 2019 Author Posted January 31, 2019 This same coin has a line from Lincoln head all the way through the W to the inter end of coin. Would that be call a cracked die. I know this isn't a really good pic ,but it's the best I can do.
Just Bob Posted January 31, 2019 Posted January 31, 2019 If that line is raised, (and it appears to be), then, yes, it looks like a cracked die. That coin has a lot going on. Cool find.
Numismatic, A.A.S. Posted January 31, 2019 Posted January 31, 2019 Cool Die Crack, common location on Lincoln cents, I still keep them, sold off a huge amount of them I had from saving over the years. I also have some Missing FG, in my opinion even though it is because they were polished off over the years on dies, I still collect them, they are people who do buy them and I think it is fun to collect them. I know a few people who tried to get an example of several years...1969 and 1970 many of them, yes.....
Hinkle Posted January 31, 2019 Author Posted January 31, 2019 Thank you. I thought it's pretty cool to find errors on both sides of the coin. This really amp me up to keep hunting. Gotta keep the coffee filled, still have a whole lot more to look through. Hahahaha
Hinkle Posted February 2, 2019 Author Posted February 2, 2019 Here's a better look on reverse, on the left of the elavateing roof is that also an error. And then a better look on the obverse, is that normal for the zero to look like that. This coin is all messed up. Haha ThePhiladelphiaPenny 1
Just Bob Posted February 3, 2019 Posted February 3, 2019 (edited) Poor Abe doesn't even have an ear left. Just a hole, like a Bearded Dragon. HEY, maybe you could list this coin on Etsy as a new variety! Maybe call it the "lizard man" error, and list it for $25,000. Edited February 3, 2019 by Just Bob Forgot the smiley. ThePhiladelphiaPenny and Hoghead515 2
Mohawk Posted February 3, 2019 Posted February 3, 2019 3 minutes ago, Just Bob said: Poor Abe doesn't even have an ear left. Just a hole, like a Bearded Dragon. HEY, maybe you could list this coin on Etsy as a new variety! Maybe call it the "lizard man" error, and list it for $25,000. Ha Ha!! I Love it! And I LOVE bearded dragons and their cute little faces and their little ear holes! Fun fact: birds have the same kinds of ear holes but they're covered in feathers in most species, so it could be the "bird man" error too!
Hinkle Posted February 3, 2019 Author Posted February 3, 2019 4 minutes ago, Just Bob said: Poor Abe doesn't even have an ear left. Just a hole, like a Bearded Dragon. HEY, maybe you could list this coin on Etsy as a new variety! Maybe call it the "lizard man" error, and list it for $25,000. Hope your serious, is that a good start. Haha don't know much about that site, but I could give it a try.
Just Bob Posted February 3, 2019 Posted February 3, 2019 44 minutes ago, Hinkle said: Hope your serious Not even a little bit.
Hinkle Posted February 3, 2019 Author Posted February 3, 2019 12 minutes ago, Just Bob said: Not even a little bit. That's messed up , you guy's had me going. I'll get you guy's back. Lizard man, bird man lol. That's funny!😂
Hinkle Posted February 3, 2019 Author Posted February 3, 2019 But seriously, do to the errors of this coin you think it might have value. And if it does, this is where I gotta figure out how to put it out there. And know the best way to find the right resources.
Just Bob Posted February 3, 2019 Posted February 3, 2019 In all honesty, I don't think the coin is worth very much in its condition. It has a good amount of wear, and, more importantly, damage. The "missing ear," the weird shape of the "0," the gouges on the neck, behind the head, and elsewhere - all of these are the result of contact, and all will lower the price of the coin. If it were a high grade uncirculated example, the combination of the die crack and extreme loss of detail from resurfacing would very likely interest a few variety/error/oddity collectors, but, in its condition, I would be surprised if someone was willing to pay more than a dollar for it.
Hinkle Posted February 3, 2019 Author Posted February 3, 2019 3 minutes ago, Just Bob said: In all honesty, I don't think the coin is worth very much in its condition. It has a good amount of wear, and, more importantly, damage. The "missing ear," the weird shape of the "0," the gouges on the neck, behind the head, and elsewhere - all of these are the result of contact, and all will lower the price of the coin. If it were a high grade uncirculated example, the combination of the die crack and extreme loss of detail from resurfacing would very likely interest a few variety/error/oddity collectors, but, in its condition, I would be surprised if someone was willing to pay more than a dollar for it. Cool, thank you.
Mohawk Posted February 4, 2019 Posted February 4, 2019 Hinkle..... Though Bob already said he was kidding around, I'd like to reiterate to you and all of the new guys who are just learning about coins in all seriousness that Etsy is the absolute WORST place on this planet to do anything coin related. Pretty much any coin posted on Etsy is fake or heavily damaged with the seller claiming it to be a rare variety and trying to scam a bunch of money off of someone who falls for their scam. In addition, it's also full of very bad misinformation on coins. It's a cesspool, so stay away! Crawtomatic 1
Hinkle Posted February 4, 2019 Author Posted February 4, 2019 22 minutes ago, Mohawk said: Hinkle..... Though Bob already said he was kidding around, I'd like to reiterate to you and all of the new guys who are just learning about coins in all seriousness that Etsy is the absolute WORST place on this planet to do anything coin related. Pretty much any coin posted on Etsy is fake or heavily damaged with the seller claiming it to be a rare variety and trying to scam a bunch of money off of someone who falls for their scam. In addition, it's also full of very bad misinformation on coins. It's a cesspool, so stay away! That's what was funny because you guy's told that to me before. And I'm being told to stay away from that site. From others. Believe me I take alot of advice and use it.
kramden Posted August 31, 2019 Posted August 31, 2019 On 2/2/2019 at 7:40 PM, Hinkle said: Hope your serious, is that a good start. Haha don't know much about that site, but I could give it a try. ur in trouble now
BoredTxDevil1775 Posted May 6 Posted May 6 I just found this same penny... No FG and very faint lines connecting the roof on the reverse.
Greenstang Posted May 7 Posted May 7 If it is the same coin, then the answer is the same. Common and caused by overpolishing of the die. With a faint line connecting the roof, it wouldn’t even be considered a “floating roof.”
VKurtB Posted May 7 Posted May 7 So now I guess I need to go through my solid BU rolls of 1970-D too. Oh boy!
