DebbieM Posted September 9, 2011 Report Share Posted September 9, 2011 Is this an error coin? It's a 1985 USA 5 cent. I can post some close-ups if anyone wants to study it... It really looks like it was made like this as opposed to being damaged afterwards as the lettering all seems to blend with the curves and bends. I would love your opinions. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Art Posted September 9, 2011 Report Share Posted September 9, 2011 I think it was damaged well after minting. The folds and such would have letters on top if they were present when the coin was stamped. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ccg Posted September 10, 2011 Report Share Posted September 10, 2011 I think it was damaged well after minting. The folds and such would have letters on top if they were present when the coin was stamped. Agreed. Looks like someone with a hammer and chisel had some fun. I remember hammering out pennies when I was a kid. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
16d Posted September 10, 2011 Report Share Posted September 10, 2011 What I see is a bad roadrash on Tom. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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