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    DIE CRACK OR BREAK- NEW PICS

    I'm not sure what this is. I'm thinking it's a die crack or break and the metal was forced through the crack. There is a ridge along Jackson's cape from the top of his left shoulder to under his chin. There is also what appears to be a bubbling on his right cheekbone. I hope the picture is OK. I just got a new camera, and I'm still not real happy with the results. Any tips on how to get good close-ups.
    Thanks, Nick
    I just took new pictures through my loupe ( thanks Rockdude ). I hope they're good enough.
    Nick
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    Roosevelt dimes are prone to develop blind-ended die cracks along the cheek, nostril, and mouth. Perhaps we're seeing a similar development here. Examination under a microscope would be necessary to nail down a diagnosis.
    Mike Diamond. Error coin writer and researcher.

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    • #3
      That is a die break .

      Jazzcoins joe

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      • #4
        Seems like an unusual place for a crack but here's one I believe on a 1957 cent.


        Most fools think they are only ignorant.
        -- Benjamin Franklin

        CONECA Member
        N-4556

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        • #5
          It is unusual place, however, not unexpected. That is a high part on the die and the crack has formed between to indents. If that die was left in service, there was a good possibility that the piece chipped out.

          BJ Neff
          Member of: ANA, CCC, CONECA, Fly-in-club, FUN, NLG & T.E.V.E.C.

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          • #6
            Is there any idea what the blistering on his right cheek is caused by?
            Nick

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            • #7
              Originally posted by GREEK1956 View Post
              Is there any idea what the blistering on his right cheek is caused by?
              Nick
              That's very hard to tell but i think they are a gathering of little die chips not sure through.

              Jazzcoins joe:

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              • #8
                If the blistering were die chips, would it be unique to this coin. I have a small handful with the same markings.
                Nick

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