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Pillar of the Community
United States
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Finally pulling this one out and going to send it to PCGS. It's not super high grade, but as long as it goes AU-53 or better I'll be good with that. It is my opinion that no matter how strong this DDO is, they are by no means rare and are far overpriced. But gotta have one for the collection so about a year ago I picked up this one for a decent price and just never sent it in. 1955 Lincoln Wheat cent doubled die - DDO-001, FS-101   |
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Pillar of the Community
United States
791 Posts |
Weren't there estimates that at least 24,000 of these were produced and escaped?
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Bedrock of the Community
United States
10635 Posts |
Wow! The doubling is so intense it almost makes you dizzy when examining it closely! I don't own many error coins, but I'd love to have one of these! Super cool coin!  |
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Pillar of the Community
United States
2742 Posts |
 Awesome! This DD creates optical illusions.  Also your photos rock TB. Edited by CoinHI
10/01/2020 11:52 pm
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dood I'm thinking about selling my computer and monitor just to buy a 1955 double die how much did you paid ?
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Pillar of the Community
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8938 Posts |
Wow, looks great. Glad you were finally able to find a good example.
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Pillar of the Community
United States
2156 Posts |
What a great piece! I absolutely agree with your statements about the price and rarity of this doubled die. It's pretty common, but the amazing doubling causes for much higher prices than normal.
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Pillar of the Community
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6116 Posts |
I paid $1,100 for it, but I buy a ridiculous number of coins off some dealers and they cut me a good price when I'm looking for something for my collection. Pretty sure you're not going to get an AU for that price too easily.
And you should keep your computer, as patience is key to getting a good collection without suffering for it. These are common coins and available by the dozens anytime, so save cash over time and be ready to buy when the right coin hits at the right price.
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Pillar of the Community
United States
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I'm seeing MD and maybe some circulation flattening. Spender for sure.
Edited by SamCoin
10/02/2020 01:52 am
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Pillar of the Community
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LOL Sam.
Nice example TB. I agree with yourassessment but hope the area under IN GOD doesn't come into play.
Words of encouragement are one of the major food groups.
We need to consume them regularly to thrive and grow.
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New Member
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Wow! That's awesome . I need to sit down. lol
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Pillar of the Community
United States
3003 Posts |
congrats tropicalbats i hear you on the subject of grade and price for this variety... so many times I see one of these but just couldnt pull the tirgger because of the price.  |
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Pillar of the Community
United States
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Ah....one of my dream coins! Great great pick up my friend!
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Pillar of the Community
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Bedrock of the Community
United States
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Congrats, heck of a coin!
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Rest in Peace
United States
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Indeed nice coin but don't anybody get fooled , there are some counterfeits out there that are almost perfect to a beginner . I've have seen one myself many years ago .  |
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