The start of my 1908 specimen set. The first coins struck in Canada as the boxes that they came in advertised. They tend to come dark, this is no exception, but it comes alive in the light. This is a 64, which is a pop 16 with only 1 higher (which is a 64+). PCGS and NGC aren't going to grade these 65 and above it seems, but I imagine ICCS would have this at 66.
Phil Arnold Director of Photography, GreatCollections
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1984 Lincoln Cent
Doubled Die Obverse
Double Struck
Second Strike 75% Off-Center
This 1984 Lincoln cent obverse doubled die is one of the FS-102 varieties and features distinct doubling on the date, LIBERTY and IN GOD WE TRUST. Wexler’s Die Varieties lists this as 1984 1¢ WDDO-005 “Best Of” Variety and it is also cataloged in The Cherrypickers’ Guide as FS- 01-1984-102 (038).
mikebyers.com Dealer in Major Mint Errors, Die Trials & Patterns - Author of NLG Best World Coin Book World's Greatest Mint Errors - Publisher & Editor of minterrornews.com.
This 1885 IHC has deep luster and a rosie red and magenta obverse with an incredibly red reverse. In hand, the surfaces are nearly mark free. All the annoying scratches are on the holder.
The S mint Lincoln cents of the later teens & early-mid twenties are notorious for their poor strikes & other issues. This coin is a notable exception, with only very slight strike weakness in the upper left rev quadrant. Exceptional eye appeal & color, too, along with the CAC add.
@Copperindian said: @Byers: awesome coin Mike! do these coins find you, or vice versa!
Ken
Hi Ken.
Thanks for the compliment. It is the first known doubled die that was double struck.
New discoveries are exciting.
Many find their way to me by themselves. But I also search for unique and spectacular mint errors through my website, and magazine (Mint Error News). Fortunately I only need to attend the ANA, FUN, Long Beach and PCGS shows.
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@Byers said:
1984 Lincoln Cent
Doubled Die Obverse
Double Struck
Second Strike 75% Off-Center
This is super cool! The other day I was idly wondering how many dual variety/error coins there are out there. Seems like it would be an extremely rare occurrence.
@Byers said:
1984 Lincoln Cent
Doubled Die Obverse
Double Struck
Second Strike 75% Off-Center
This is super cool! The other day I was idly wondering how many dual variety/error coins there are out there. Seems like it would be an extremely rare occurrence.
As of now, it’s unique. It was authenticated at PCGS years ago. I just purchased it and it is finally receiving the attention that it deserves. It is currently the featured coin on the CoinWeek website and will be an article in CoinWorld.
mikebyers.com Dealer in Major Mint Errors, Die Trials & Patterns - Author of NLG Best World Coin Book World's Greatest Mint Errors - Publisher & Editor of minterrornews.com.
The S mint Lincoln cents of the later teens & early-mid twenties are notorious for their poor strikes & other issues. This coin is a notable exception, with only very slight strike weakness in the upper left rev quadrant. Exceptional eye appeal & color, too, along with the CAC add.
Really nice looking Lincoln Ken. You have to appreciate the early issues, as they were used so extensively in the teens and twenties. Low survival rates on so many of these early Lincolns. Congrats, Zack.
This coin is certified by ICG as a fake (Counterfeit). I bought it on the form but do not know why it is a fake. I like it, and it will go well my ICG certified Henning nickels.
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@silverpop said: i would love to but what i have is not good enough for the forum
As a paying member of the Forums, I would like to see any coin , medal or exonumic piece you have to show... and thanks in advance for sharing silverpop
really? cause that is like saying you all will buy my coins which even i know will never happen as they do not meet this forums ideas of coins or whatever
so why even bother is my reply when you know that you as a person and whatever you got just isn't good enough for a forum such as this
end of discussion
2003-2026(self Banned to make this forum happy as they is what they want they get)
do i rejoin the form and try and sell coins and show off some coins or not? (very hard choices)
Im not here to sell coins not to tell anyone else to. Im here to see a few pics and by chance learn something (🙂) and I did
(Its not purrfect but im learning)
@jfriedm56 said:
How about this Art Deco modernistic eagle.
I like the eagle a lot. However, the obverse is one reason why I only have a dozen or so commems and will never attempt to try for the full set. Also, the theme is another reason. Bridgeport, really?
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Trevose pickups this morning.
The start of my 1908 specimen set. The first coins struck in Canada as the boxes that they came in advertised. They tend to come dark, this is no exception, but it comes alive in the light. This is a 64, which is a pop 16 with only 1 higher (which is a 64+). PCGS and NGC aren't going to grade these 65 and above it seems, but I imagine ICCS would have this at 66.
Phil Arnold
Director of Photography, GreatCollections
greatcollections.com
Posted in another thread, but for those that didn’t see this, my new addition.
I wish the mint would do a modern commemerative release with that powerful eagle.
A beautiful coin.
Wayne
Kennedys are my quest...
This is the second 74 like this one
Some additional 1916 coins for my Uncirculated set that will take some time.
1984 Lincoln Cent
Doubled Die Obverse
Double Struck
Second Strike 75% Off-Center
This 1984 Lincoln cent obverse doubled die is one of the FS-102 varieties and features distinct doubling on the date, LIBERTY and IN GOD WE TRUST. Wexler’s Die Varieties lists this as 1984 1¢ WDDO-005 “Best Of” Variety and it is also cataloged in The Cherrypickers’ Guide as FS- 01-1984-102 (038).
This 1885 IHC has deep luster and a rosie red and magenta obverse with an incredibly red reverse. In hand, the surfaces are nearly mark free. All the annoying scratches are on the holder.
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Tough early Lincoln:
The S mint Lincoln cents of the later teens & early-mid twenties are notorious for their poor strikes & other issues. This coin is a notable exception, with only very slight strike weakness in the upper left rev quadrant. Exceptional eye appeal & color, too, along with the CAC add.
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@Byers: awesome coin Mike! do these coins find you, or vice versa!
Ken
“The thrill of the hunt never gets old”
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Hi Ken.
Thanks for the compliment. It is the first known doubled die that was double struck.
New discoveries are exciting.
Many find their way to me by themselves. But I also search for unique and spectacular mint errors through my website, and magazine (Mint Error News). Fortunately I only need to attend the ANA, FUN, Long Beach and PCGS shows.
This is super cool! The other day I was idly wondering how many dual variety/error coins there are out there. Seems like it would be an extremely rare occurrence.
As of now, it’s unique. It was authenticated at PCGS years ago. I just purchased it and it is finally receiving the attention that it deserves. It is currently the featured coin on the CoinWeek website and will be an article in CoinWorld.
Was lucky enough to find this little beauty last week for my type set.
An upgrade for my $2.50 set. Just another low mintage 1880's $2.50 issue.
This MS 62 replaces an AU 55 in my Registry set that I purchased raw with a ANACS photo certificate in April 2004.
Now I am reluctant to sell the AU 55 as it was the first $2.50 I ever purchased and was the coin which ignited my interest in these petite gold coins.
https://www.pcgs.com/setregistry/gold/liberty-head-2-1-gold-major-sets/liberty-head-2-1-gold-basic-set-circulation-strikes-1840-1907-cac/alltimeset/268163
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Whats the story with this?
Micah Langford - https://www.oldglorycoinsandcurrency.com/
This coin is certified by ICG as a fake (Counterfeit). I bought it on the form but do not know why it is a fake. I like it, and it will go well my ICG certified Henning nickels.
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Won this earlier this week on Heritage. Didn't think I had a chance.
My first Capped bust of any denomination.
Another Texas added to the roundup!
Congrats 🙂
Starting a birth Proof set for my daughter
Wayne
Kennedys are my quest...
i would love to but what i have is not good enough for the forum
2003-2026 (self Banned to make this forum happy as they is what they want they get)
do i rejoin the form and try and sell coins and show off some coins or not? (very hard choices)
As a paying member of the Forums, I would like to see any coin , medal or exonumic piece you have to show... and thanks in advance for sharing silverpop
It's all about what the people want...
really? cause that is like saying you all will buy my coins which even i know will never happen as they do not meet this forums ideas of coins or whatever
so why even bother is my reply when you know that you as a person and whatever you got just isn't good enough for a forum such as this
end of discussion
2003-2026 (self Banned to make this forum happy as they is what they want they get)
do i rejoin the form and try and sell coins and show off some coins or not? (very hard choices)
Im not here to sell coins not to tell anyone else to. Im here to see a few pics and by chance learn something (🙂) and I did
(Its not purrfect but im learning)
Love the composite bear.
Casual collector slowly building a collection....
Difficult to understand why you posted at all.
Got this close to spot from a dealer I've known for years
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How about this Art Deco modernistic eagle.
I like the eagle a lot. However, the obverse is one reason why I only have a dozen or so commems and will never attempt to try for the full set. Also, the theme is another reason. Bridgeport, really?