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Those expansive fields will certainly invite and be vulnerable to contact marks. Given the way these business strikes are handled, I don't expect to see many mark-free examples, (View Post)

It's described as "a privy mark of a stylized gear, representing industry and innovation." It's not anywhere in the authorizing legislation, so I guess the Mint has some discretion to evolv… (View Post)

They are part of the capsule. Small beads of plastic to hold the coin tight and keep it from rattling. (I assume) Another one at 2 o'clock and at 6 o'clock. Haven't seen them before. Something new in… (View Post)

I think this one snuggles in nicely with the previous 10 precious metal reverse proof issues. (plus a couple duplicates) I think mine has what some are calling the lines on Liberty's neck - though vi… (View Post)

The Enhanced reverse Proof ASE that was just issued in the Pride of Two Nations Set is by far nicest looking ASE ever produced. The Kennedy half is one my favorites. - (Not the "there's a spider… (View Post)