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Hello!, I have very new coin collecting. I was recently gifted a jar of coins by my late fiance which I have just started searching through. I have found this 1975-D penny which has the STA missing in United States of America (see attached Pictures) I tried selling it on ebay for 50$ and it sold almost immediately, so I was curious if it was worth more. Any input would be great, THANKS!!!   Edited by Ihavec0ins
06/05/2023 6:15 pm
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Moderator
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Bedrock of the Community
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Looks like a grease strike-through. to the CCF! Edited by Coinfrog
06/05/2023 3:06 pm
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Topic StarterUnited States
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Hello,
Thanks so much! Again I am very new to coin collecting and selling, do you think its worth 50$?
Thanks again!
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Pillar of the Community
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if your jar has 100 or more memorial cents you'll probably find another like it
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Bedrock of the Community
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I do not believe that this is a grease strike through. We see a weakness in this area on many Memorial cent. What is causing this is that the obverse design is such a high profile that it takes up more metal that is available to strike up both sides, and thus, the reverse suffers slightly. Take note that the top edges of 'STATES' (closer to the rim) is struck up better, then look at the obverse, you will see that is the area where the bust of Lincoln stops and the field is at a normal level - this lets the top ot states strike up better. Edited by Dearborn
06/05/2023 4:09 pm
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Ihavec0ins, Please post a link to the eBay sale. Looks like a combo of the natural weak spot and grease. Not worth $50,IMHO only worth 1¢ or copper bullion value. John1  ( I'm no pro, it's just my humble opinion )
Searched 6.5 +/- Million Cents Since 1971
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Topic StarterUnited States
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Pillar of the Community
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to the CCF Dearborn answered your question. My question to you is, why would you sell something on ebay if you don't know what it is? I don't mean to sound rude, but there are way too many people selling things that way. It gives the hobby a bad name. Stick with this site to learn what is what. Your coin is worth $.01. There will probably be someone post that " if you can get $50.00 for it it's worth whatever someone is willing to pay for it" but that don't make it right.
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thank you for your input. I was just asking a question to people who sounded professional. I can see that you are not welcoming to the community. I will just delete my account.
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Forum Dad
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@Ihavec0ins I have found this a very welcoming and knowledgeable community. I continue to learn from everyone here, whether responding to my posts or viewing other's posts and responses to them. Look at links and feedback to not only your posts, but to others with similar questions or coins that you may have. You can search this forum for a specific coin and see if you find a similar coin or question. Also, valuable links can be found posted by others to various resources for your own research and learning to find out how much your coin may be worth and perhaps more importantly, why. In my humble opinion, I do not see any rude responses to you, but I realize that is a matter of personal opinion. I hope you decide to stay and post your coins and questions, and learn. |
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thank you for your input. I was just asking a question to people who sounded professional. We answered your questions. Value is 1¢ STA missing answer is a Grease Filled Die and or the known weak area on LMCs. Please tell us what comment is rude to you Ihavec0ins. John1
( I'm no pro, it's just my humble opinion )
Searched 6.5 +/- Million Cents Since 1971
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Bedrock of the Community
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The OP has ZERO feedback but had this account ever since 2015  - I believe (my opinion) he is just posting up just to grab some fast cash at the expense of others. Usually we just report them to eBay to get the listings dropped. Edited by Dearborn
06/05/2023 7:04 pm
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As always, buyer beware. You can't just blame the seller. John1 ( I'm no pro, it's just my humble opinion )
Searched 6.5 +/- Million Cents Since 1971
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