I found a penny and need some help determining its value and/or rarity
TheNewton1
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I have a penny that appears to have the tails side printed over the heads side, I see no signs of it being a fake, the coin looks normal with the exception of one side having the other on it and some slight markings on the flip side it seems to be a tad off center or misaligned, I could be wrong but when I flip the coin I feel like Lincoln doesn't line up right to the tails side.
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We would need a clearer photo of the obverse (front) of the coin to be able to help more.
It looks like glue the more I look at it.
I will try to get a cleaner picture buy my camera on my phone isn't the best. Is there a definitive way to test for glue without ruining the coin if its not?
These are the best my phone can do, I see a few markings that don't look like glue to me but I have no idea.
Much better photos! Thanks
Sorry, that is glue. Someone glued two together.
Notice how the Memorial design you are seeing is raised. You can see some of the copper color showing thru the slightly clear/yellowed glue.
I applied heat and you were right, the memorial building melted away, sad but at least I didn't go through any real trouble trying to get it graded or anything, thanks for the help.
Acetone may have worked.
Treat yourself to a pint of acetone. It's a great organic solvent. No residue, evaporates fast. Peace Roy
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