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oldabeintx - No. The old mint processes were built around end-to-end handling of gold and silver. The US Mints do none of that now. Planchets are bought from vendors in ready-to-use condition. Each b… (View Post)

What's the difference between "magnetic" and "very magnetic?" Also - was not aware the "steel" cents were magnetic --- thought they were attracted by a magnet. (View Post)

(This might be a little confusing, but it's something numismatic researchers have to deal with regularly.) Making coins out of gold and silver is a detail-oriented process. One of those details … (View Post)

Just remember -- they have to lifeguard the PCGS swimming pool, too. ;) (View Post)

Woof ! (View Post)