Advanced Identification: Discovering Rare Die Marriages for The Unofficial Barber Proof Thread
August 6, 2026Spotting the Difference: Proof vs. Business Strike The Unofficial Barber Proof Thread
August 6, 2026
Is that a rare lamination flaw, or did someone just scratch it with a screwdriver? Let’s break down how to tell the difference.
I’ve spent decades peering through microscopes and grading scopes at mint state and proof condition coins alike, and few questions ignite as much debate—and as much potential
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