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HalfDollarEnthusiast t1_j26eze5 wrote
Reply to comment by NZNzven in I found an unstamped penny from a bankroll by I-Am-The-Yeeter
The size of the planchet. Early 1800’s cents were about the size of current day half dollars
HalfDollarEnthusiast OP t1_j25zmf6 wrote
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I am aware of this, I have handled my fair share of circulated proof coins. What I’m saying is hairlines are present in those examples as they get mishandled, wiped, touched, etc. There isn’t even a fingerprint on this coin. The only damage is two small dings on the reverse, giving it a PR64 designation
HalfDollarEnthusiast OP t1_j25x5rf wrote
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It’s a “proof” meaning they were made for coin collectors. Back then, they would have been shipped directly from the Mint to the buyer in a velvet box
The reason it got a 64 is because of 2 dings on the reverse of the coin, most likely from it being dropped, but I highly doubt it was ever circulated since there are no hairlines visible by the naked eye
HalfDollarEnthusiast OP t1_j25wp9n wrote
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Legally, yes. I could spend this today if I wanted to, although it would be a bad idea since it’s worth more than face value
HalfDollarEnthusiast OP t1_j25vryb wrote
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Better view of the quarter
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HalfDollarEnthusiast t1_j25upmm wrote
Reply to comment by ninjasomed in I found an unstamped penny from a bankroll by I-Am-The-Yeeter
They have collector value, if you get a blank cent planchet from the early 1800’s, they can easily go for $200
HalfDollarEnthusiast t1_j24qfbo wrote
These are known as blank planchets, worth around $1 - $2 each
HalfDollarEnthusiast t1_j26itam wrote
Reply to comment by NZNzven in I found an unstamped penny from a bankroll by I-Am-The-Yeeter
They are possible, but very hard to replicate. They have a very distinct look to them and the patina (because of the copper) has a natural aged look. A trained eye will be able to distinguish between a genuine and counterfeit (Look up “Large Cent blank planchet” on Google, you’ll see what I mean)