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Kudbegud
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I wonder if you can even legally do this. I tend to think it would be considered defacing US coins, even though the edge of the coin might be seen as a loophole
Dead Cat Waltz Exonumia
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Your right, I never thought of that.
As long as you aren't trying to pass it as something it isn't, you're fine.
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Exactly. Damage to coins with the intent to defraud is what is illegal. Think of all the hobo nickels you see.
There are several laws that can be interpreted to mean defacement of coins is a crime. If you just started lightening or mutilating a lot of coins for no reason I'm sure you'd get a knock on the door in short order.
But they really don't care if you alter a coin for some specific purpose now days other than an intent to defraud.
I don't think our lack of concern for humans or any other life form is a political issue at all. It is cultural and arose in the 20th century starting about 1913 with Freud and the FED.
Daniel Carr has the ability to edge letter coins.