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Hi I am very new to this and not even sure if I'm posting in the area I'm supposed to be posting in, but I'm hoping someone can shed some light on what this coin might be. When I found this coin, I had thought it was most likely a 1942 D. It was not magnetic and thought it resembled a "2". As I looked at it closer, I saw there was a curve marking pointing down towards the D that was connected to the number in question as though it might of been a three that was there before. I'm very curious as to just what year this coin is, or how can I find out which year it might be. The coin is appears lighter in this picture due to my camera. If anyone can shed some light on this for me, I would appreciate any help.  Thank you  |
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Thank you WheatBack. That line below the 2 had me questioning why that dark line was below there. The coin looks pretty beat up. Had to ask :) thank you.
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Definitly a 2. But for your sake let me tell you why. Look at the 3 of a 1943 cent. The shape is completely different. The area you think looks like a 3 is a result of damage. See the pit leading to the "3". That is where the pushed up metal is missing. Just a damaged 1942 D cent. Come on WheatBack, you could of explained.  |
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Come on WheatBack, you could of explained. I answered the topic title -- No need to be snappy. Edited by WheatBack
06/27/2015 12:26 am
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Yes, but not completely. You should of explained why it is a 2. This is so the OP can learn more.
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In 1943, cents were made of steel due to the war, so that's a good way to tell if you're not sure.
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Thank you everyone. I very much appreciate it. I really have no idea so I love to learn these things. I'm
sure I'll be asking many more stupid questions in the future as there are other coins I have found and tucked away
In a drawer. I'm grateful for your input. Thank you...
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Stick around, ask questions, and you will learn a whole lot.
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Thank you SilverStackerKid....
I've always been so fascinated with coins and always eager to learn about them :).
You've all been very helpful tonight. Thank you...
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I'm sure I'll be asking many more stupid questions in the future The only stupid question around here is the one you don't bother asking |
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"Stick around..." Was that a steel cent (1943) joke SSK? Edited by oih82w8
06/27/2015 08:04 am
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Come on WheatBack, you could of explained. Really? I mean really? Taking someone to task like this shows how juvenile you can be. Not appropriate in my opinion. Wheatback did answer the OP question. If the OP needs further clarification he/she can ask for it, not your job to point it out and attempt to shame someone for trying to help. |
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I am just going to say sorry.
I did not mean to put it like that. I can not think of words to explain how sorry I am. He did answer the question.
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to the Community! I moved your post to a more appropriate forum for the proper attention.  |
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I'm sorry it took so long to respond to today's post, but had just got home from work.
Thank you everyone.
Now I have another question. When it's moved to another location, how do you find out where it's moved to? I'm sorry I'm so new with this.
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Posted 06/27/2015 12:17 am
