goldmanmike
Jr. Member
- May 26, 2015
- 30
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- Detector(s) used
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Whites coinmaster 5500/D series3,
Whites M6
Whites GMT
Garrett Gold Stinger
Fisher Gold Bug
Tesoro Compadre
Minelab GP 3000
- Primary Interest:
- All Treasure Hunting
I believe the zinc cents will do this if heated. I've found them before, too.
Scott
A "Texas Cent" is a (Copper or Copper Plated Zinc) Lincoln Cent that is either hammered or squeezed (in a Vice) between two pieces of leather to expand the metal outwards without damaging the details (images), lettering, Date and Mint Mark. The leather protects the details, lettering, Date and Mint Mark as it absorbs much of the pressure exerted on the metal of the coin.