What kind of error is this??? Lincoln cent
Manorcourtman
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I have an idea but would appreciate opinions on this Lincoln. Thanks!!
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It is called a Broadstrike (Broadstruck) caused by the coin being struck out of collar.
Nice find
Thank you. I did not realize a broadstrike could flatten out the planchet like this. It's almost got a bowl type shape to it besides it being larger than a regular cent.
That’s because of with it being struck out of collar, there is nothing to keep the planchet from expanding with the pressure applied when it was minted.
zinc is soft
Nice example.
I would consider that a very large broadstrike
Excellent example of this type
for PCGS. A 49+-Year PNG Member...A full numismatist since 1972, retired in 2022
Thanks everybody! It was a Flea market find this weekend.
It would be great for TPGs to indicate the size of a broadstrike like they do for % off center.
Has there ever been any discussion for this?
That is a way cool catch, I like 👍