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Pillar of the Community
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I really don't know what to think of this one? Let me know please. Image: 62 d.jpg57.85 KB Image: 62 d2.jpg55.89 KB
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Hi wrongalot
Thats an interesting coin,, I'm assuming from the thread title that the coin is a philly mint coin since you did not list a mint with it ?
although the anomoly has a nice shape of a D in most cases dropped letters make an incuse impression on the coin,,
I cant decide from the pics exactly how to attribute this coin.
My first impression was die chip , but I cant say positively that is what it is.
Rick
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United States
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One other explanation may be that this is a loose piece of copper that is adhered to that spot. If you take a toothpick and try to flick it off you may have your answer.
WAVYSTEPS2003 aka BJ Neff
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Pillar of the Community
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Actually it is a Denver mint, here is a closer look. Image: 62 d3.jpg45.84 KB
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could not flick it off, it is solid.
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Pillar of the Community
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It's a small lamination peel. These are actually somewhat common.
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Pillar of the Community
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Coppercoins What exactly is a lamination peel? When I shine the light on the left and get the "negative" look it is punched onto the coin, like a letter is. Do you have a website where I can learn about this?
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Oh, also, USAF 1980-1984, 81152 20th SPS, RAF UpperHeyford England.
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A lamination peel is a loose piece of the planchet that folds back onto itself after the strike. Like a folded back piece of foil. They are somewhat common and usually don't bring much of a premium unless they are substantial.
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