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The upper 2 look like die cracks. (View Post)

It can be a combination of the two. After a clash, some lapping or "polishing" may be employed to remove the clash marks. But part of the design may get removed in the process. (View Post)

Not a strike error, just circulation wear, plus the damage that you described - heavy impact to the obverse that made a dent and a corresponding flat spot on the reverse. And a gouge at the top of E … (View Post)

AI = Automated Idiocy (usually) (View Post)

As mentioned in a prior reply on this thread, the coin can rotate after being slabbed. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UlO3-nnU5yg Electric toothbrush or similar vibrating device to the rescue. (View Post)