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Maybe a 1910 v.d.b?

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    Maybe a 1910 v.d.b?

    I know the chances are slim but there does appear to be a slight anomaly on the bottom of the obverse of this 1910 Lincoln cent. I heard they might be out there but a strong specimen was yet to be found or verified. Most likely just scratches and normal wear and tear but ya never know. It defines why cherry picking is so fun. The picture that shows an actual v.d.b is from a 1909 coin for comparison and an idea of how the v.d.b initials deteriorate in one way or another. All opinions accepted and thanked!
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    Nice try but without a coin in better condition , its a no go!!
    Wishful thinking tho...

    Mikee
    Still the best "Nickel Trail Die Hunter". 2013 ((MIKEE)) T.Davis

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      This brings back old memories of a poor ole lady that was imagning S mint marks on the the 1909 cents and selling them on Ebay back a couple of years ago. I bet some of you on here saw her rare 1909 S VDB coins as she called them. The sad part is that a few folks actually spent hundreds of dollars on a few of them . I suppose if we imagine something hard enough we could possibly make things look almost real.

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        Originally posted by rascal View Post
        This brings back old memories of a poor ole lady that was imagning S mint marks on the the 1909 cents and selling them on Ebay back a couple of years ago. I bet some of you on here saw her rare 1909 S VDB coins as she called them. The sad part is that a few folks actually spent hundreds of dollars on a few of them . I suppose if we imagine something hard enough we could possibly make things look almost real.
        That to funny......

        Mikee
        Still the best "Nickel Trail Die Hunter". 2013 ((MIKEE)) T.Davis

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          so so true lol. I'm glad I wasn't one of those who fell for it. The eye definately does see what it wants to see sometimes. Especially when your looking for it. I'm still determined to be credited with a "New Find". I have a couple coins that "might" have a chance. As soon as I find out where to send them where I feel safe I'll get them back then we'll see. Thanks for your posts!

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            UPDATE

            Well even though the vdb image if it was there was barely or if at all visible with the cheap microscope I have. I did send it out to someone who has much better equipment and was able to show a far better image of the coin AND there is a VDB on it but you can tell it was mostly removed. I should have it back in a couple days and will put up the new pictures. Either way I know there isnt anyone who will certify and slab it because its not visual with the naked eye and barely is with strong digital optics. Still its a nice piece to add to my collection.

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