Does anyone else think die cracks are cool?
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I do.
8 Reales Madness Collection
Yes, D/C's are a mainstay of IDing my collecting niche ... Canada Victoria bronze large cents, specifically the 1858's & 59's. Vicky large cents are the same diameter as British half pennies, but 1/3 thinner. The early Canada large cents were struck at the London and Heaton mints with the same presses as the copper, thicker half pennies and with a very intricate Reverse design. As such, the dies took a beating by striking much thinner bronze planchets, with some dies (especially the Reverse) only lasting 1000 strikes or less before breaking entirely. It's hard to find a mid-19th century Canada cent without cracks somewhere.
Great colors! Nice die crack also!
Nice die crack!
1822 1/16 dollar of the British West Indies.
American Numismatic Society, 1967.111.7
Jesse C. Kraft, Ph.D.
Resolute Americana Curator of American Numismatics
American Numismatic Society
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Loves me some die breaks, cracks, RIDB. It's always a thrill when one comes into view while examining any coin. The hunt continues. Peace Roy
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