Some kind of error on my 2009 Lincoln proof commem...

Foxer

Hi,

I noticed the new PCGS CC special was any lincoln coin, so I decided I would buy a 2009 proof commemorative and send it in.

Upon close examination I noticed there is a small indentation near the date, it seems to be low not raised... but it is difficult to tell for sure.
The inside of it has the same frosted appearance of the raised area of the proof.

I was just wondering what may have caused this and if it would hurt the grade at all if I sent it in.

Maybe a small piece of metal or something between the die and planchet?

Thanks,

tightbudget

Looks to be a minor strike-thru. For something that small, I think it might hurt the grade.

CarlWohlforth

A small piece of something might have gotten between the die and planchet during minting (a strike thru) or maybe it is a flaw in the planchet itself. The coin is not perfect so should not grade 70.

Foxer

Thanks I guess there is no point sending it in then.

clackamas

<< <i>Thanks I guess there is no point sending it in then. >>



They are not good things to find.

CarlWohlforth

Oh, and a belated welcome to the forums Foxer!

<<Thanks I guess there is no point sending it in then.>>

No, not if you were hoping for a chance at a 70. Still it is a small thing and the Proof is a neat addition to a Lincoln or modern commemorative collection. It is wise to realize what you have.

InternetJunky

AUandAG

Welcome!

bob

stckplunge

Can I really send a Lincoln Commemorative into PCGS and have them grade it for free because of some special?? How do I do that and where is this information?

Jeff