1963 Jefferson Nickel Wrong Planchet Error?

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sunny1983 New Member United States 26 Posts	Posted 05/06/2020 12:53 am 1963 Jefferson nickel weighs 5.33 grams. Width seems to be a bit wider than another 1963. The suspect 1963 coin is on the right. I am new at this and need someone with knowledge to assist. Is this an error? Your help is appreciated!:) Report this Post to the Staff

coop Bedrock of the Community United States 62064 Posts	Posted 05/06/2020 12:56 am Normal planchet. Lay this coin flat on a table with another nickel. Just the rim is taller. If the rim is taller, the next thing to happen is that the diameter would be reduced. If it is reduced it is a Dryer Coin. PSD. Report this Post to the Staff
sunny1983 New Member United States 26 Posts	Posted 05/06/2020 01:02 am The weight was 5.33 as compared to the other 1963 of 4.86. What is the normal weight for a 1963 or would that make a difference? Report this Post to the Staff
merclover Bedrock of the Community United States 10635 Posts	Posted 05/06/2020 01:28 am Standard weight for a 1963 nickel is 5 grams, with a tolerance of ± 0.194 grams. Report this Post to the Staff
Coinfrog Bedrock of the Community United States 94367 Posts	Posted 05/06/2020 08:47 am Agree this is a normal coin. to the CCF! Report this Post to the Staff
sunny1983 New Member United States 26 Posts	Posted 05/06/2020 09:35 am Thanks everyone for helping teach this newbie about coins! :) The search continues...... Report this Post to the Staff
nick10 Pillar of the Community United States 3207 Posts	Posted 05/06/2020 2:03 pm Since 5.33 grams is outside mint tolerance I'd keep that nickel, at least until I found one heavier. Report this Post to the Staff
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