Business Strike Or Matte Proof -- 1913 T1 5c

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WheatBack Pillar of the Community United States 2850 Posts	Posted 03/13/2015 7:28 pm I thought I'd post this here and let the more experienced determine what this is. I'm leaning towards business strike because of the weak strike on the date and the weak strike also on 'United States' and the Buffalo's head on the reverse. But comparing it to T1 matte proofs, this coin also looks very similar. Thoughts? Report this Post to the Staff

SsuperDdave Moderator United States 23522 Posts	Posted 03/13/2015 7:50 pm A nice one, but a Business Strike in my opinion. The rims are enough; I expect much sharper definition from the rims of a Proof. Even where the rim is close, like behind the buffalo, I expect a clear definition of the border between rim and field. Report this Post to the Staff
Nickel Guy Pillar of the Community United States 604 Posts	Posted 03/13/2015 7:50 pm Long story short....Business Strike The Matte Proofs can sometimes be very deceiving. However, there are some diagnostics that help them stand out. A lot of it has to do with that they were struck twice. 1. The inner and outer rim is very sharp. 2. All the details and lettering are sharp. 3. They don't have any polishing lines. 4. The main difference is that they have a very finely grained finish. 1913 T1 Proof Edited by Nickel Guy 03/13/2015 8:03 pm Report this Post to the Staff
Celticsoul Pillar of the Community United States 1566 Posts	Posted 03/13/2015 8:56 pm Definite business strike. Report this Post to the Staff
Ploopy Pillar of the Community United States 1788 Posts	Posted 03/13/2015 9:14 pm Business strike. Report this Post to the Staff
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