Coin and Paper Money Collecting/1925 coin with shadow

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Expert: - 1/23/2008


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I have a 1925 penny that seems to have a shadow of the bust just to the right of the head and over the top of the date. I thought at first it was just a mark, but it's the shape of a head and shoulders. Anything like that printed? My father kept a lot of coins he said might be worth something one day.

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Hi Kathy,
It sounds like some sort of doubling but you do not say if it appears to be struck twice or merely a coloration difference.
If it appears to be struck twice, you should have the coin visually inspected by a professional numismatist.  If it's coloration, it has no additional value.
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Joe Hylas

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Numismatic professional with over 30 years experience can answer your questions about US coins, their values, how best to sell them and where to buy them. Interested in starting a collection? Find out which areas are undervalued and how to acquire those coins at the best price.

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Ex-Head Precious Metals trader for Deak-Perera International with 42 offices worldwide. Industry experience since 1978. Has worked co-operatively with US Mint, Royal Canadian Mint, Austrian Mint, Chamber of Mines of South Africa, World Gold Council and Platinum Guild International. Professioanl numismatist specializing in US Coins. Always buying collections, will travel if size of collection warrants. Website: www.AllCoins.US

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