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While at work a few years ago, I found a dime (recent year - I think 2002 or 03) that was stamped only on the front, the back is smooth. There are no stratches or anything to indicate it was tampered with - just missed in the stamping process. I called a local coin dealer and was told that this type of thing happens all the time and the dime wasn't worth anything. I've held onto it, because I believe it is rare and worth something. What do you think?
Alyce,
Unless the coin is mis-shapen from being struck out-of-collar, with 2 blanks in the press at the same time, there is no way to only stamp one side of the coin.
Therefore I would have to say your coin has been altered at some time after it left the mint.
Dan
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Dan Moore
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My strong familiarity with all U.S. Mint coins, extensive reference library, and close relationships with many other dealers allows me to identify just about any coin made in the USA. I receive regular updates to all the current price guides -- both wholesale & retail -- to provide accurate values. So, with a good description or pictures, I should be able to identify and value any U.S. coin you have.
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I've been a coin dealer since the 1980's and a coin collector since the 1960's. I specialize in U.S. Silver Coins and have an active online website -- The Working Man's Rare Coins -- http://www.workingmancoins.com -- offering information and inventory in U.S. coins.
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