Error Other | Bottle Caps/ Brockage Errors.

[Guest]

Are these 'bottle cap' looking coins the result of what is known as a Brockage or some thing else? Just in case the photos don't illustrate what I want you to see ... these coins have very tall/deep rims on the obverse.

Thanks in advance;

Sonya

[hasfam]

No, these are not bottle capped errors. The rims on these coins are very normal and typical for the 1972 and 1973 mintages. The amount of metal flow to the collar will determine the thickness.

[liveandievarieties]

Hi Sonya-

I understand exactly what you're describing, as it sounds like Rock did as well. The rims on your coins are much higher than what seems normal, even catching your finger if you run it straight across the coin?

The rims on your coins are higher than normal for several reasons. First- the rims are raised to such a level by one of two things- a slightly heavier (but not uncommon) planchet, or the presses were set to give a stronger than standard strike. Either cause will result in a higher, wire-like rim.

The other factor is that your coins have experienced little or no real friction from circulation. Copper is a soft metal, and wears down faster than copper-nickel. if your coins graded VF or even XF, you probably would have never noticed the sharpness of the rims, as they would have been somewhat worn down.

Does what I've described make sense and apply to the coins in question Sonya? Best wishes and happy hunting! -Chris.

[sonyaonya]

Does what I've described make sense and apply to the coins in question Sonya? -Chris.[/QUOTE]

Yes to both of those Chris and thank you for taking the time to share your knowlage of the subject with me. It is very much appreciated.

Sonya

[jfines69]

Very helpful to me also... Thanks Rock and Chris for taking the time to educate us!!!