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D. I have this coin that I inherited that is unique than any other coin. No other coin looks like it. I don’t understand how a coin can have a bulb shape and maintain all the details of it’s design. Can any of your experts explain how it could have been made?
Asked on Feb 18, 2025
Every coin is unique when you study it close enough.... I have seen many coins, and quite a few have had this kind of bulbous, raised portion. While I can't be sure, my best guess is it was not in fact "made" that way, but suffered some kind of post-mint damage, most likely deformation from heat. It's cool and interesting, but my experience suggests whatever happened didn't add appreciable value to it. I have a cent for sale for $20 with a similar feature... but it's for sale because nobody has bought it yet!
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