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I found this in a storage locker went on line and saw the coin was worth a lot, I was not able to I need anything that look like this and the metal is very heavy. appreciate you looking into it
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Jason,
What you have is not an unfinished coin, but it does look like a coin die was used to strike this impression into that square metal plate. This would need to be authenticated first-hand by an expert to determine if it was actually stamped by the original coin die. If so, it could be worth hundreds of dollars -- if not, it will have little value.
Try checking the following websites for information on how to get it certified :
http://www.pcgs.com
http://www.ngccoin.com
http://www.anacs.com
I hope this helps,
Dan
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Answers by Expert:
Dan Moore
Expertise
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.
Experience
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.
Organizations I belong to :
American Numismatic Association Member #187770
Michigan State Numismatic Society Member #8255
Florida United Numismatics Member #19710
Monroe Coin Club Treasurer
Lincoln Coin Club Board Member
WINS Member #14
CoinMasters Member #1814
Frequently Asked Questions :
I have created a Frequently Asked Questions page on my website, where you may be able to get an immediate answer to your question. You can find the page here :
http://www.workingmancoins.com/FAQ/index.htm
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