Expert: PAPAJACK - 6/4/2007

Question
I have found a 2006 penny that is double stamped on the back with the memorial and has the same stamp on the front of the penny as well. Could this be an mint error or a fake. This is a very strange stamped penny.

Answer
Hello Pat,         

Some one has to see the coin to determinem if it is genuine or fake. It should weigh 2.5 grams as all US cents now do.

I is possible a coin can get stuck in the machine for a second strike and this can deform the coin or its image.

Sorry I cannot be more help without seeing the coin it seen in person to be accurately appraised.
If you write back with the general location (nearest large cities) and telephone area code or codes and some zip codes in your area, I can direct you to an AMERICAN NUMISMATIC ASSOCIATION MEMBER/DEALER near there. They are ethical and trustworthy.

Or there is help at most large coin shows. There are representatives from the grading services. ANACS service even some smaller shows. They give free consultations on coins at their table. If you need to find a show or an error coin authenticator in your area just write me again.

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Thank You and Good Luck

PapaJack

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Hello again Pat,                          

I saw no shows listed for your immediate area. I am sure the dealers I have listed are much more familiar with the coin shows near you. And even some that the Authenticators like ANACS will have reps at.
Here are some dealers in your neck of the woods. I hope it helps.


Lincolncent.com
Charles D. Daughtrey  
PO Box 6103
Springfield , MO 65801-6103
Phone: (417) 459-1440
Specialties Collector Coins, Copper, Errors
Dealer since: 1999 -  Part time dealer - Dealer does retail sales  
E-mail: sales@lincolncent.com



Dennis Garstang
PO Box K
Belle , MO 65013
Specialties Liberty Seated Coins, U.S. Copper, U.S. Type  
Dealer since: 1975 - Part time dealer
E-mail: dwg@fidnet.com



Columbia Coin & Stamp
405 C Bernadette Dr
Columbia , MO 65203-1139
Phone: (573) 445-1715
Specialties Buying Coins, U.S., U.S. Copper  
Dealer since: 1981 - Full time dealer - Dealer does retail sales




Knight's Coins Stamps Supplies
323 South Ave
Springfield , MO 65806-2123
Phone: (417) 862-3018
Specialties Paper Money, U.S., World Coins  
Dealer since: 1962 - Full time dealer - Dealer does retail sales



R & K Coins
520 W University St Ste D
Springfield , MO 65807-1964
Phone: (417) 873-9740
Specialties Buying Coins
Dealer since: 1999 -Part time dealer - Dealer does retail sales
E-mail: rkcoindealer@sbcglobal.net




Rolla Rare Coin-Stamp-Gun
PO Box 902
700 Pine
Rolla , MO 65402-0902
Phone: (314) 364-4272
Specialties Estate Appraisals, Numismatic Services, Paper Money  
Dealer since: 1977-  Full time dealer - Dealer does retail sales



Show Me Rare Coins
Harry L. Kilgore
PO Box 418
1306 Georgetown Ct
Columbia , MO 65205-0418
Phone: (573) 881-6933
Dealer since: 1993 - Part time dealer



Thomas Rare Coins
4110 E Pearson Cr
Springfield , MO 65809
Phone: (417) 865-4222
Specialties Estate Appraisals, Buying Coins, U.S.   
Dealer since: 1991 - Part time dealer



Wayne G. Sayles, Antiquarian
PO Box 911
Gainesville , MO 65655-0911
Phone: (417) 679-2142
Specialties , Ancients, Appraisals, Numismatic Literature  
Dealer since: 1967 - Full time dealer
E-mail: wayne@ancientcoins.ac
Website: http://www.ancientcoins.ac  


SEARCH RESULTS St. Louis   

Arch City Supply Co
PO Box 38130
Saint Louis , MO 63138-0130
Phone: (314) 868-8697
Dealer since: 1976 - Full time dealer



Richard Kalina Rare Coin Servi
PO Box 411100
Saint Louis , MO 63141-3100
Phone: (800) 228-2371
Specialties Estate Appraisals, Gold U.S., U.S. Type  
Dealer since: 1988 - Part time dealer


Scotsman Coins & Jewelry
11262 Olive Blvd
Saint Louis , MO 63141-7653
Fax: (314) 692-0410
Specialties Buying Coins, Paper Money, U.S.  
Dealer since: 1959 - Full time dealer - Dealer does retail sales
Website: http://www.scotsmancoin.com  



Talisman Coins
9051 Watson Rd Ste 103
Saint Louis , MO 63126-2240
Phone: (888) 552-2646
Specialties Canada, Tokens, Medals, Chips or Cards, World Coins  
Dealer since: 1990 - Full time dealer
E-mail: talismancoins@charter.net
Website: http://www.talismancoins.com  


World Mints LTD
Jerry L. Morgan
Saint Louis , MO 63131-1828
Phone: (314) 249-3431
Specialties Canada, Europe
Dealer since: 2005 - Full time dealer  - Mail order catalog
E-mail: jerrycoin@aol.com
Website: http://www.worldmintsltd.com  



SEARCH RESULTS Kansas City :

The Mint
Jay Parrino  
PO Box 9326
Kansas City , MO 64133-0126
Phone: (816) 373-2646
Specialties Investment Portfolios, Gold Rare-Dated U.S.
Dealer since: 1968 - Full time dealer

If you need more information please feel free to write me again.

Thank You and Good Luck

PapaJack

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