Quote: What are the parallel lines running through the top of TATES on the obverse?
I think it is a scuff mark where something apparently rubbed across it. I was waiting to see if anyone would deem it a details coin. I'm contemplating submitting it with a group of other coins. I personally think it will straight grade maybe 55 or 58, but who knows these days.
Those lines are most likely from an album window sliding across it. Those with Dansco albums need to make sure the coin is below the surface when you slide a clear window in. If you feel the leading edge of the window you see how sharp the cut edge is.
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