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Pillar of the Community
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Edited by HoosierDaddy
07/06/2012 5:18 pm
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Pillar of the Community
United States
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All I see is a normal 1966 nickel. If you are refering to the large raised blob that runs north-south from the rim to the ribbon on his ponytail, that is a normal part of the design for Jefferson's from that era. It's just part of his hair. All Jefferson's from that year show the same thing.
Dave
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Pillar of the Community
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Odd, I compared to a few others and didn't notice it on the others.
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Pillar of the Community
United States
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I'm thinking it probably has something to do with the strength of the strike. The mid-late 60s nickels are notoriously mushy after all.
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Pillar of the Community
United States
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Still looking for another one that looks similar....can't seem to find a match.
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Rest in Peace
United States
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Just a thought. You are comparing it to other 1966 nickels aren't you?
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Pillar of the Community
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I just checked em on ebay and they all look like that. Oregon coin geek.....*** GO BEAVS ! ! ! ***
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Pillar of the Community
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I learned something new.......again!
THANKS!
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Pillar of the Community
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You can see some pretty good die polishing lines right in that area.
That may of affected the surrounding areas of which your inquiry about
is located.
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Pillar of the Community
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 Even if it was a die crack....? Do you collect them? They are not errors or varieties? Just curious |
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Pillar of the Community
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Thanks guys. I feel like a goof now! I find something different or just "new" to me I just put it aside. I found 2 more 1966 ones that match it exactly. Thanks for the lesson! I hope someone else learned something, too!
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Valued Member
United States
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is a cracked die an error?
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Bedrock of the Community
United States
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No, die cracks are an accepted part of the minting process and are quite common. However, die breaks are considered to be an error and usually indicate imminent failure of a die. A Cud is the primary example of a die break. |
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Pillar of the Community
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No...I would call it Mint Damage...instead of post mint damage...The die is old and deteriorated and gets a crack...If you ask me its a distracting mark that lowers a value of a coin. Just my opinion.
PS....I have seen a few (very few) "Shattered Die" coins that people would pay a premium for..not many
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Posted 07/06/2012 5:19 pm
