Popular Post GBrad Posted December 4, 2020 Popular Post Share Posted December 4, 2020 Let’s face it. We were all “Newbies” at one point in time trying to decipher all of the countless different errors, varieties, etc.... I simply felt compelled to share something that may be of value to new comers. I found this excellent Jefferson Nickel example today of what IS NOT a doubled die. In some arenas it may be referred to as strike doubling, ejection doubling, mechanical doubling, die deterioration doubling, etc.. depending on each individual example at hand, respectfully. When I first started out in collecting, and joined this forum, I would have thought WOW.... I just hit “bank” in finding this Nickel (surely this is a doubled die reverse I would have thought)...... unfortunately, not the case. There are so many knowledgeable experts on this site that have helped me learn what to look for, what to look at, and more importantly, to try to figure out how something didn’t happen as opposed to how it happened. But, the bottom line is this: You have to put in the time and effort researching and learning, period. The experts on this site do a tremendous job accommodating all of the newcomer’s questions and they should be commended for that. I thank you all! There is an absolute plethora of information online for new collectors and for learning all of the different intricacies surrounding this incredible hobby and, ultimately, a profession for some. Whomever would like, please feel free to take these pics and share them with anyone who may need guidance and knowledge on the ever so asked question,”Is this a doubled die....”. I am overly appreciative to those who have so graciously helped me in the past on this forum by answering my questions and who have supplied me with a wealth of information. But, like I said (and by NO means am I an expert), you will become more educated, experienced, and ultimately turn into a better all around informed collector by putting in the time, effort, and energy to arm yourself with as much knowledge as possible. Take care. Coinbuf, Cash mike, Hoghead515 and 1 other 3 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RWB Posted December 5, 2020 Share Posted December 5, 2020 A "plethora" is not necessarily a good thing; ask anyone standing in a plethora of locusts. :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GBrad Posted December 6, 2020 Author Share Posted December 6, 2020 On 12/5/2020 at 12:43 PM, RWB said: A "plethora" is not necessarily a good thing; ask anyone standing in a plethora of locusts. Good point...... unless you are starving to death 😁. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Coinbuf Posted December 6, 2020 Share Posted December 6, 2020 Its great that you have been able to learn and benefit from the help and information that is available here. there is indeed a plethora of information on the net it just takes time to sift thru the chaff to find the wheat. Hoghead515 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GBrad Posted December 6, 2020 Author Share Posted December 6, 2020 49 minutes ago, Coinbuf said: Its great that you have been able to learn and benefit from the help and information that is available here. there is indeed a plethora of information on the net it just takes time to sift thru the chaff to find the wheat. Thanks Coinbuf. There’s definitely a host of experts right here on this forum that offer their time and knowledge, to so many, without expecting anything in return. That goes for you and the other Professional Numismatics here that spend countless hours answering so many questions, kudos to you all!! You’re exactly right about sifting through the net to find good reliable information but it’s there to be found. You just have to spend the time, look, research and learn. And..... with that said..... I’m sure I will no doubt throw something up on the boards in the future that I’ll look back on and scratch my head for posting😁...... but...learning from your mistakes and taking the advice of experts is paramount. Thanks! Hoghead515 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RWB Posted December 6, 2020 Share Posted December 6, 2020 18 minutes ago, Greg Bradford said: I will no doubt throw something up on the boards Wellllll -- no need to lose your lunch over it. (Hope you're not a pickled beets fan....) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GBrad Posted December 6, 2020 Author Share Posted December 6, 2020 6 minutes ago, RWB said: pickled beets fan..... HATE THEM!!! Pickled eggs and pickled okra...... LOVE EM’!!!! Hoghead515 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hoghead515 Posted December 6, 2020 Share Posted December 6, 2020 11 minutes ago, Greg Bradford said: HATE THEM!!! Pickled eggs and pickled okra...... LOVE EM’!!!! Now you talking. Love them pickled eggs. Pickled pork hocks to GBrad 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...