Slightly broadstruck? Interesting to stare at and change your focus, almost creates an optical illusion varying between a single and double rim, especially near the tail.
...kinda almost looks like the whole coin was nic-a-dated.
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It probably was not acid treated, but it is corroded as evidenced by the overall pitting/porosity. Perhaps it was a buried coin at one time. Still a neat coin; not sure what is taking place with the rim issue on the reverse.
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Interesting to stare at and change your focus, almost creates an optical illusion varying between a single and double rim,
especially near the tail.
My Early Large Cents
...kinda almost looks like the whole coin was nic-a-dated.
My Early Large Cents
Hoard the keys.
Very porous surfaces. Has environmental damage.Looks like it has been harshly cleaned
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