Opinion On A 1915 - P Barber Half (Suspected Mint Mark Removed)

Suspicious yes, but I do see one indication it may not have been. Metal surfaces can be like a graining in wood, a similar affect, note at 12 o'clock a line running south/south west from the lighter portion through the darker. This is normal metal wear(at this mag). True, it may be circulation wear post mm removal, but I don't think so. My only "problem" that may indicate removal is the divot area at 5 o'clock. Circ hit?, honest wear and tear or intentional gouge? Would have to see under scope, in hand, different lighting and angles to be sure. This I would shrug on, don't know.?

Good question for sure!



to the CCF!

I can certainly see why you would ask, but I think this is one that needs an in-hand examination to see how the light reflects and if there is any assurance of removal, or not.

By the photos alone, as everyone else has said, I'd be suspicious, but that's no certainty.

Not worth it depending on the grade. You can find a better one.

If it was removed MM, that is a mighty fine job as others have said.