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1942 Nickel Non Silver Low Weight?

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What do you guys think? Weight is 4.78 grams.

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I think you have a well worn nickel that, with specs & tolerance considered, is well within range.
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I agree with DOCC.
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Agreed - a well worn coin.
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Roger that. Just wanted to get opinions. Thank you.
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That ballpoint ink doesn't add much to the coin's appeal. Maybe give it a quick acetone bath?
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a very worn nickel that was given to a child (along with a sharpie marker)
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