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1968 s proof Kennedy,,, worn out die?
medalhead
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Part of the R and the S are missing seems to be worn out die, I thought proof dies weren't used to the point of wearing out.
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Part of the R and the S are missing seems to be worn out die, I thought proof dies weren't used to the point of wearing out.
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Probably excessive polishing
Its not worn out - its over polished. (The die may have shown defects/wear that required such heavy polishing).
I would encourage new posters/collectors to spend some time reading other threads. It's a great way to learn.
There was one posted recently on a proof Mercury dime with a heavily polished die.
Exceedingly common, at least it has a tiny amount of silver content.
Die polished for longevity and the results are in/on the coin.
All the above.
Die polish, as stated above.... I have seen this occasionally on later Kennedy's....attention to detail seemed to diminish a bit... Cheers, RickO
Put it on ebay and call it the "Fish Hook Motto" variety ;-)
I wouldn't say these are exceedingly common. A 1968-S Kennedy, yes...one with polishing like this, I don't think so.
I've looked at an awful lot of 1968 proof sets and can't say I've ever noticed one with polishing like this.