Dbl Die error 1918 dime - Value? Where to go?

dirtboy64

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Sep 26, 2005
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The last time I was out detecting in Southern Oregon I found an 1918 "merc"at an old park that has often produced nice finds. Once I got home a few days later, I took a closer look and discovered it had a distinct double die image on some of the letters of "Liberty" and in the motto "In God We Trust". I am wondering what kind of value I should expect for such an old dime with the error? I estimate the condition as F-12 obverse, VG-8 reverse, but no scratches other than from normal circulation. Any ideas where to go to get an honest estimate? Would it be worthwhile to submit to a grading service? I guess I have all the questions of a detectorist who has made a find that could be valuable, but isn't sure where to start to determine a fair value and sell it. Any help would be appreciated.

Steve in Salem, OR
 

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The photo was taken with digital microscope. Don't have access to camera with macro that can take photo of whole coin. Sorry.

Steve
 

Not listed in the red book, the cherrypickers guide doesn't go into dimes.... lol, sorry.

You might try doing a hunt on E-bay for something similar and see what pops up. Are you sure about the grade? That rimm and date look far to good for F-12?

If nothing else do a search for Bill Fivaz or J.T. Stanton. They specialize in die varieties.
 

Hi,
It is correct that this is mechanical or "machine doubling" it happens when the die bounces a little during the strike. It is Not a doubled die.
Bill
 

Sub and Bill,

For my education, can you tell me how you know it's a machine double?

Thanks,
Red
 

Because of the flat, shelflike appearance. Do a search on this forum for doubles, you'll see the complete explanation and pics.
 

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