Dbl Die error 1918 dime - Value? Where to go?

[dirtboy64]

The last time I was out detecting in Southern Oregon I found an 1918 "merc"at an old park that has often produced nice finds. Once I got home a few days later, I took a closer look and discovered it had a distinct double die image on some of the letters of "Liberty" and in the motto "In God We Trust". I am wondering what kind of value I should expect for such an old dime with the error? I estimate the condition as F-12 obverse, VG-8 reverse, but no scratches other than from normal circulation. Any ideas where to go to get an honest estimate? Would it be worthwhile to submit to a grading service? I guess I have all the questions of a detectorist who has made a find that could be valuable, but isn't sure where to start to determine a fair value and sell it. Any help would be appreciated.

Steve in Salem, OR

 

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[dirtboy64]

The photo was taken with digital microscope. Don't have access to camera with macro that can take photo of whole coin. Sorry.

Steve

 

[Jeffro]

Not listed in the red book, the cherrypickers guide doesn't go into dimes.... lol, sorry.

You might try doing a hunt on E-bay for something similar and see what pops up. Are you sure about the grade? That rimm and date look far to good for F-12?

If nothing else do a search for Bill Fivaz or J.T. Stanton. They specialize in die varieties.

 

[Sub2001zero]

i hate to say it is not a double die it is a machine double is cause by a loose die

 

[foundinrolls]

Hi,
It is correct that this is mechanical or "machine doubling" it happens when the die bounces a little during the strike. It is Not a doubled die.
Bill

 

[Reddackel]

Sub and Bill,

For my education, can you tell me how you know it's a machine double?

Thanks,
Red

 

[Jeffro]

Because of the flat, shelflike appearance. Do a search on this forum for doubles, you'll see the complete explanation and pics.