The following images are to provide a
general reference and guideline on what to look for
when viewing error coins. No value is applied to
the following images, and the viewer of the pages
can not assume a value. If you have a coin that
you feel is of value because it is an error coin, it
is strongly suggested that you consult one of the coin
grading services.
Buffalo Nickel struck with a cracked die
Lamination error (bad metal and bonding)
Cud Error (extra metal when minted)
1936 D Three 1/2 Legged Buffalo Nickel
1936 Missing "C" in "Cents"
Oversized Buffalo Nickel
Clip (or cut) Error
1917 & 1928 Off Center Strikes (flat-head 1917)
Two Feathers
Blanking
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