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If my memory serves me correctly the following would probably provide the most plausible explanation. I seem to recall reading about copies of coins made for jewelry purposes that were of the proper gold content. They were adequate for the purpose of the wearer but would not fool a collector or dealer. If you placed them side by side and examined them you could and would see the difference. However, if you simply did a gold content test they would match. Oftentimes they would be bought alongside genuine coins for melt. I have seen bracelets and necklaces with these type copies. They included British sovereigns, US $20 & $10 (necklaces), and $5 & $2 1/2 (bracelets, cufflinks & rings. Also Austrian 20 (not sure of the denomination) Ducats,, French 20 Francs, and Mexican 50 Pesos.
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Coin aquisition of the week.......
Bronze & Copper Collector replied to basecamp's topic in British Coin Related Discussions & Enquiries
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F38 having 2 different obverse dies
Bronze & Copper Collector replied to just.me's topic in Confirmed unlisted Varieties.
Don't necessarily blame yourself Richard. I was using what I believe to be the 3rd and final edition from 2003. I don't know what edition that you have. I don't think that particular information was in the earlier editions from 1999 and 2001. At least I looked fast in the 2001 edition but couldn't find it. Of course it was late and I was tired, so I could have missed it. -
F38 having 2 different obverse dies
Bronze & Copper Collector replied to just.me's topic in Confirmed unlisted Varieties.
I forgot I had a scan of Satin on my phone. -
F38 having 2 different obverse dies
Bronze & Copper Collector replied to just.me's topic in Confirmed unlisted Varieties.
I don't have the book with me right now, but I'm referring to the S-38 (F-38) obverse 2, reverse g. Throughout the book, he lists (current information at the time it was published), known specimens, known die pairings, finest known, estimated values, etc. When I get home I'll try to post an image. -
F38 having 2 different obverse dies
Bronze & Copper Collector replied to just.me's topic in Confirmed unlisted Varieties.
Just for the record, Satin (John Jerrams), in his reference guide, acknowledges 2 die pairings for the S-38 (F-38). -
More Pennies
Bronze & Copper Collector replied to Prax's topic in British Coin Related Discussions & Enquiries
Thanks for pointing out where to find it... -
More Pennies
Bronze & Copper Collector replied to Prax's topic in British Coin Related Discussions & Enquiries
The article in question... -
Coin aquisition of the week.......
Bronze & Copper Collector replied to basecamp's topic in British Coin Related Discussions & Enquiries
NICE FIND!! I paid for mine...... -
More Pennies
Bronze & Copper Collector replied to Prax's topic in British Coin Related Discussions & Enquiries
I'll defer to those better acquainted with the series and its intricacies. However, although it defies conventional wisdom and logic, to me at least, it looks most like a 8/9. Much as Bramah states (in extrapolation), the most likely source of the line to the right between the upper and lower loops of the 8 would be an underlying 9. The knob within the lower loop on the left side, although potentially from either a 3 or a 5, could also be from a 9. The slight curved line within the upper loop lower right side, could be from a 3, but also and to me, more likely a 9. A strange conundrum to have an earlier year recut over a later year, yet not impossible. “When you have eliminated all which is impossible, then whatever remains, however improbable, must be the truth.” -
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Bronze & Copper Collector replied to blakeyboy's topic in Nothing whatsoever to do with coins area!
So long as no one is barking up the wrong tree..... -
F-10 penny Repunched R & I in Victoria?
Bronze & Copper Collector posted a topic in Confirmed unlisted Varieties.
I'm not sure if this has been reported before. An 1860 F-10 penny with a repunched R & I in VICTORIA. Second punch on both is at a slight angle to the first. Additionally, in the image, it appears that the A in VICTORIA is an inverted V. I believe that to be a false impression of the photography. Quite candidly though, I can't really tell if the crossbar of the A is just crud, very faint, or actually missing. Pictures to follow. Your thoughts and opinions please. -
F-10 penny Repunched R & I in Victoria?
Bronze & Copper Collector replied to Bronze & Copper Collector's topic in Confirmed unlisted Varieties.
Agreed. The only reason I mentioned the A was because, if I did not, someone else would almost be sure to mention the weak/missing crossbar, perhaps thinking that I had missed it. My primary enquiry was regarding whether or not the repunched R & I were previously known. -
F-10 penny Repunched R & I in Victoria?
Bronze & Copper Collector replied to Bronze & Copper Collector's topic in Confirmed unlisted Varieties.
Hi Richard, Is yours also on an F-10? Asking because I don't see the repunched R or I. -
F-10 penny Repunched R & I in Victoria?
Bronze & Copper Collector replied to Bronze & Copper Collector's topic in Confirmed unlisted Varieties.
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F-10 penny Repunched R & I in Victoria?
Bronze & Copper Collector replied to Bronze & Copper Collector's topic in Confirmed unlisted Varieties.
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F-10 penny Repunched R & I in Victoria?
Bronze & Copper Collector replied to Bronze & Copper Collector's topic in Confirmed unlisted Varieties.
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PENNY ID CHECK
Bronze & Copper Collector posted a topic in British Coin Related Discussions & Enquiries
I have 2 pennies that are extremely poor condition that I think might be reverse f's. Both obverse 5's. It might just be wishful thinking. Or simply going blurry eyed looking at minutiae on myriad coins. Any and all opinions appreciated. Thank you. Coin 1 reverse -
PENNY ID CHECK
Bronze & Copper Collector replied to Bronze & Copper Collector's topic in British Coin Related Discussions & Enquiries
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PENNY ID CHECK
Bronze & Copper Collector replied to Bronze & Copper Collector's topic in British Coin Related Discussions & Enquiries
Good point with the date Richard. Mine has the lower 1 also -
PENNY ID CHECK
Bronze & Copper Collector replied to Bronze & Copper Collector's topic in British Coin Related Discussions & Enquiries
Coin 2, base of Victoria's bust -
PENNY ID CHECK
Bronze & Copper Collector replied to Bronze & Copper Collector's topic in British Coin Related Discussions & Enquiries
Coin 2, behind Victoria's head -
PENNY ID CHECK
Bronze & Copper Collector replied to Bronze & Copper Collector's topic in British Coin Related Discussions & Enquiries
Coin 1, base of Victoria's bust -
PENNY ID CHECK
Bronze & Copper Collector replied to Bronze & Copper Collector's topic in British Coin Related Discussions & Enquiries
I am posting close-ups of the back of Victoria's head and of the base of her bust. On both specimens there is s distinct gap between the back of Victoria's head and the B of Britt, thereby precluding it being an obverse 6. Upon examining the base of Victoria's bust, I see no trace of LC WYON appearing in any position which would indicate either obverse 2, 3, or 4. Ergo, by eliminating the other obverses and by having the space where it would be without exhibiting the signature, I would determine both coins to be an obverse 5. Coin 1, behind Victoria's head -
PENNY ID CHECK
Bronze & Copper Collector replied to Bronze & Copper Collector's topic in British Coin Related Discussions & Enquiries
I remember that coin Richard. It was sold to me by Laurie Bamford, with the tickets from the Freeman auction as Michael Freemans F-27. THAT coin I'm sure of. In rexamining my posting, I'm now leaning toward the 2nd coin being more of a possibility of being a reverse F with the narrow gap. I'm a little more hesitant with the first coin now. At least I have an undisputable F-27 in my collection. I'm just re-reviewing coins I put aside a long time ago as possibles. Still learning, still searching for varieties, and still looking for an F-19 (among others)