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Why does one of my two 1964 US nickels have the contrary side hollow?
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∙ 8y ago
If by "contrary side" (not a numismatic term) you mean the reverse side, it sounds like post-minting damage but you would need to have the coin examined in person by a dealer or other coin expert.
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Does a nickel from 1964 with a D on the right side of the monticello have any silver?
No. It's the same copper/nickel blend as every* other U.S. nickel minted since 1866. There were a billion of them minted in 1964, and it's worth 5 cents. *The only U.S. nickels to contain any silver are the "war nickels" of 1942-1945.
What is the value of an 1899 buffalo nickel?
Buffalo nickels were made from 1913 to 1938. Nickels made from 1883 to 1912 are called Liberty nickels, or sometimes V nickels because they had the Roman numeral V (i.e. 5) on the reverse side.
Where is the mint mark on a US nickel?
For nickels minted in 1964 and earlier, the mint mark position is usually on the reverse, or "tails" side, of the coin. Up till 1912, all nickels were minted at Philadelphia and didn't have mint marks. Also nickels minted at Philadelphia from 1912 to 1979 don't have mint marks either.Specific positions:Liberty ("V") nickels 1912: Under the dot at roughly the 8:00 position on the reverse.Indian Head / buffalo nickels 1913-1938: Under the words FIVE CENTS.Jefferson nickels 1938-mid 1942 and 1946-1964: to the right of MonticelloJefferson nickels mid-1942 to 1945: above the dome of MonticelloJefferson nickels 1968-present: near the dateMint mark letters are as follows:No mint mark (1866-mid 1942 and 1946-1964) = PhiladelphiaP (mid 1942-1945, 1980 and later) = PhiladelphiaD = Denver (1912-present)S = San Francisco (1912-1955 and 1968-1970; proof coins 1968-present)The reason for the change in mid-1942 is that nickel was needed for the war effort. The coin's composition was temporarily changed from copper-nickel to a manganese-copper-silver alloy, and the mint mark position was moved to indicate the change in metals.
1908 buffalo head nickel?
Please check again and post a new question. Buffalo* nickels were minted from 1913 to 1938. [*] Nickels depicting an Indian head on one side and a buffalo on the other are called Indian head nickels OR buffalo nickels, but not "buffalo head" nickels because they show the entire buffalo, not just its head.
What is the value of a 1955 buffalo head nickel?
Please check again and post a new question. Buffalo* nickels were minted from 1913 to 1938. [*] Nickels depicting an Indian head on one side and a buffalo on the other are called Indian head nickels OR buffalo nickels, but not "buffalo head" nickels because they show the entire buffalo, not just its head.
Does a nickel from 1964 with a D on the right side of the monticello have any silver?
No. It's the same copper/nickel blend as every* other U.S. nickel minted since 1866. There were a billion of them minted in 1964, and it's worth 5 cents. *The only U.S. nickels to contain any silver are the "war nickels" of 1942-1945.
Is a nickel with no back side that is hollow a real coin with a defect?
You have found half of a magician's coin. These are made from real nickels and one half (the one you found) is hollowed out and another ground down to fit in the hollow. These two-headed or two-tailed coins sell for a few dollars in novelty stores. Jakes Marketplace on the web charges about $8 for most varieties.
What is the value of an 1899 buffalo nickel?
Buffalo nickels were made from 1913 to 1938. Nickels made from 1883 to 1912 are called Liberty nickels, or sometimes V nickels because they had the Roman numeral V (i.e. 5) on the reverse side.
Do all buffalo nickels have Indian Heads on the other side?
Yes they do.
What is the combination of 3 nickels 2 nickels and 1 nickel?
It depends on what you mean by height - are the coins stacked or arranged side by side? If they're side by side, the dimension is 6*21.21 mm = 127.26 mm If they're stacked, the dimension is 6*1.95 mm = 11.70 mm
What is the combine height of 3 nickels 2 nickels and 1 nickel?
It depends on what you mean by height - are the coins stacked or arranged side by side? If they're side by side, the dimension is 6*21.21 mm = 127.26 mm If they're stacked, the dimension is 6*1.95 mm = 11.70 mm
What is the combined height of 3 nickels 2 nickels and 1 nickel?
It depends on what you mean by height - are the coins stacked or arranged side by side? If they're side by side, the dimension is 6*21.21 mm = 127.26 mm If they're stacked, the dimension is 6*1.95 mm = 11.70 mm
What is in side a birds bones?
Birds bones are hollow. That is why they can fly, because they are so light because of their hollow bones. x)
Where is the mint mark on a US nickel?
For nickels minted in 1964 and earlier, the mint mark position is usually on the reverse, or "tails" side, of the coin. Up till 1912, all nickels were minted at Philadelphia and didn't have mint marks. Also nickels minted at Philadelphia from 1912 to 1979 don't have mint marks either.Specific positions:Liberty ("V") nickels 1912: Under the dot at roughly the 8:00 position on the reverse.Indian Head / buffalo nickels 1913-1938: Under the words FIVE CENTS.Jefferson nickels 1938-mid 1942 and 1946-1964: to the right of MonticelloJefferson nickels mid-1942 to 1945: above the dome of MonticelloJefferson nickels 1968-present: near the dateMint mark letters are as follows:No mint mark (1866-mid 1942 and 1946-1964) = PhiladelphiaP (mid 1942-1945, 1980 and later) = PhiladelphiaD = Denver (1912-present)S = San Francisco (1912-1955 and 1968-1970; proof coins 1968-present)The reason for the change in mid-1942 is that nickel was needed for the war effort. The coin's composition was temporarily changed from copper-nickel to a manganese-copper-silver alloy, and the mint mark position was moved to indicate the change in metals.
What is an abnormal hole in the side of a hollow organ?
Fistula or Ectopic
1908 buffalo head nickel?
Please check again and post a new question. Buffalo* nickels were minted from 1913 to 1938. [*] Nickels depicting an Indian head on one side and a buffalo on the other are called Indian head nickels OR buffalo nickels, but not "buffalo head" nickels because they show the entire buffalo, not just its head.
What is the value of an 1883 buffalo head nickel?
Please check again and post a new question. Buffalo* nickels were minted from 1913 to 1938. [*] Nickels depicting an Indian head on one side and a buffalo on the other are called Indian head nickels OR buffalo nickels, but not "buffalo head" nickels because they show the entire buffalo, not just its head.
