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1923-S Walking Liberty Half

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I posted this in another thread but probably fits better here. I have a 1923SWL with a piece of metal missing from the face. I've looked at it very closely & it's not a drill mark. It almost look like a bubble had formed or something. Have you seen this before in this or any other coin? & if so, how does it happen?

Thanks

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Must...have...reverse...picture...
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You can see where the damage went thru to the reverse above the O in DOLLAR. I think this is post mint damage that has worn smooth around it.
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Looks like it was done with BB gun..
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You can see where the damage went thru to the reverse above the O in DOLLAR. I think this is post mint damage that has worn smooth around it.
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Good call. I would never have noticed that in 100 years. It's so faint that you can't see it holding it in your hand. Thanks.
Why didn't I think of shooting at a 1923 Walking Liberty?!
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 Posted 12/04/2008  9:21 pm  Show Profile   Bookmark this reply Add halfabustisbetter to your friends list Get a Link to this Reply
That's why we needed the reverse pics--I've got one of those 'target practice' coins around here somewhere too.
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I think it was done with a nail or small pin tapped a little. I hate it when people mess with coins that ruin their future.
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Most likely a drill, punch or some other tool - but definitely is not an error of any kind. It's damage to the coin which renders it worth its melt value in silver. Too bad.
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