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i have a 1834 halfcent veryfine that is counterstamp on back of coin WMC CAN U TELL ME MORE ABOUT THIS COIN AND AROUND WHAT U MAY THINK IT BE
$$,,TY VERYMUCH,,
Hi Richard,
Anyone can counterstrike a coin. We don't know when it was done. However, back in the early 1800's, merchants would do this to promote their businesses. Maybe that is what you have.
Sorry, but that is all I can tell you.
Regards
Joe Hylas
www.AllCoins.US
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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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PCGS, NGC, Rotary
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Physician's Money Digest
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Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration
Awards and Honors
Paul Harris Fellow
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