1980d error coin

[JW3]

Looks like this little fella was struck through something .. quite a few errors here. Any thoughts?

 

[galenrog]

Environmental exposure. Likely mild acidic soil for a few years.

Time for more coffee.

 

[JW3]

I don’t find these in the ground

 

[JW3]

And why is there a “3” punched in that reverse side with Lincoln Memorial on it?

 

[galenrog]

And why is there a “3” punched in that reverse side with Lincoln Memorial on it?

Because someone did it post mint.

And, yes, the coin saw some time in a harsh environment before you got it. None of what you believe to be errors occurred until after the coin entered circulation.

Time for more coffee.

 

[enamel7]

Damage after it left the mint. I'm looking at your pictures, but don't see a 3 anywhere.

 

[GlenDronach]

This coin was exposed to the elements or chemicals, then thrown back in circulation. I find these pretty frequently.

 

[port ewen ace]

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