Overdate compared with ordinary threepences
This shows the relationship between the date on an ordinary 1922 threepence and that on a 1922/1 overdate threepence. Note that the dates are identical within the limits of the display method.
The overdated Working Dies were re-processed by grinding down and polishing away as much of the overdate as was possible. Each die was identified, and re-worked to remove traces of the underlying "3" in the last numeral of the date.
overdate A coin struck from a die with a date that has one year punched over a different year. Save a few exceptions, the die overdated is an unused die from a previous year.
Overdate - A date made by superimposing one more numbers on a previously dated die.
Overgrade - The practice of assigning a higher grade to a coin than it truly deserves.
Overgraded - Designated with a higher grade than merited.
Overdate - a coin variety in which one date is impressed over another
Pattern - an experimental coin made as a test of a new design, material or technology ...
Overdate - A coin that has a numeral or two from a different year in it. This typically occurred as the mint was attempting to use a previous year's working hub. Example 1943/2 Jefferson Nickel.
Overdate - A coin struck from a die with at least one digit of the date repunched over a different digit, e.g. 1809/6 or 1942/1.
Over Mintmark - One mintmark on top of a different mintmark, such as a 'D' over an 'S' ...
overdate
A coin struck from a die with one or more digits of the date repunched over a different digit, e.g. the 1942/1 Mercury dime.
overgrade
The practice of assigning a higher grade to a coin than it truly deserves.
Overdate
A technique where the mint engraver superimposes one or more numbers over the date numbers of an earlier year's die and the resulting coins show traces of the old number.
Overstrike ...
Overdate - To save money and time, rather than altering a date on a die, the date was often changed instead of a bran new die being created. On some coins it is possible to see traces of the old date on the coin.
overdate: a coin with two dates (or parts of dates), one on top of the other.
over-grading: the deliberate or unintentional grading of a coin above its true grade. This practice is sometimes used to sell coins for more than they are worth.
Overdate - When dies have to be reused at a later date, rather than engrave new ones, a new date or part thereof is punched over the existing date. The overdate can only really be seen properly on high quality coins.
OVERDATE
The date made by a mint engraver superimposing one or more numbers on a previously dated die.
OVERGRADING ...
529 1862/1 Overdate. AU-55 (PCGS). Light yellow gold. Mark on reverse above eagle's neck. A very attractive, high-grade example of this popular and very important piece.
Overdate - A variety in which at least one digit of the date has been hubbed over or altered to a different number in the die.
Recessed - The lowering or sinking of a specific area on a coin, usually the date, so that it does not wear as quickly.
Overdate - A variety created when all or part of the date is engraved over another date on a die, part of the old date is still visible under the new one. For example, the 1942/1 Mercury dime.
Overdate
A coin in which one or more digits of the date were visibly changed in the DIE. Traces of the original digit can still be seen.
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Overdate
An impression made by superimposing another date (i.e. year) digit over a date digit of a die used in an earlier year. The result is a coin bearing the "new" date, but under close examination, the "old" date is faintly visible.
Overgrading ...
Two overdates are found in this year - 1817/3 (scarce) and 1817/4 (extremely rare and valuable). Look for the 181.7 "punctuated date" variety.
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1808/7 overdate half cent, MS-60. My opinion: The 1808/7 overdate half cent in MS-60 grade is a great rarity, and if you don't reach for it, even above current market levels, ...
The 1942-D overdate will have the "2" in "1942" almost completely over the "1" and the "D" mintmark will have been repunched, that is stamped over a "D" that was placed in the wrong position.
On finding overdates and repunched dates.
Do you think this 61 Liberty would be a 62 if resubmitted?
My first Variety ID ...
Australian 1934/3 Overdate Threepence - Detail Image of Overdate
The Yarralumla PNC ...
Among numerous overdates and varieties, one in particular stands out: 1817 with 15 stars on the obverse.
1802/1 SILVER DOLLAR, HERALDIC EAGLE REVERSE SILVER DOLLAR, Draped Bust Type, ANACS XF-45 (Choice Extra Fine), B-3 (BB-234), (H-3), nice dark patina, the sought over-date, Wide overdate, with the most space between 8 and 0.
The only highly recognized error in the series is the 1918/17 overdate. This coin in FH Mint State condition exceeds the prices of the 1916 coin. (in MS-65 FH the 1916 lists for $35,000 while the 1918/17 lists for $300,000).
The resulting 1918/7-D overdate is a rare and sought-after coin. Also, in 1937 excessive polishing of a Denver mint die removed most of the right foreleg, leading to the famous "three legged" variety.
This dated tetradrachm of Ptolomy II appears to be an overdate with year 'lambda gamma' (33) corrected on the die to read 'lambda delta' (34). Has this been reported in published literature? Do you know of other examples of overdates on ancient coins?
The obverse has the portrait facing right with CAROLVS II DEI GRATIA around, and like the reverse has only one type. There are four overdates in this series. They are 1675/4, 1676/5, 1678/7 and 1682/1.
Overdates and overmintmarks are not considered errors since they were done intentionally. Other die-cutting 'mistakes' are considered errors. Double dies, planchet clips, and off-metal strikings are also considered errors.
Today, collectors pursue overdates, repunched Mint Marks, varieties of Morgan Dollars, and many other kinds of coins previously ignored by an earlier generation.
Cortez Reports Honduran Overdate w/ Monster Doubled Die
Diagnostic Features Of The 1922 "No D" 1c Die Pair#2
1964 Coins Minted For Three Years! ...
There are no major varieties within the series however, there are a few changes in mintmark sizes in 1917, 1928, 1934, 1941, 1942 and 1945; mintmark position; and a couple of overdates in the 1942/1 and the 1942/1-D.
There are also two overdate varieties which if included in the set would also rank as keys. They are the 1942/1 and the 1942/1 D. The 1945 S dime also has a "micro S" variety that is popular with collectors.
Lastly the 1942/1. A stunning overdate that has gained in popularity and value, over $300 each. Take a good close look at your Mercury dimes...
Note the 1200dpi magnification of the overdate. This coin has been authenticated by ANAAB.
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1631-1639 (Charles I) Pattern Halfgroat ...
Lavishly illustrated in full color, A Guide Book of Shield and Liberty Head Nickels features enlargements for important overdates and other varieties, plus actual-size photographs of every coin in the Shield and Liberty Head series.
On genuine coins, such lines result when Mint workmen touch up dies to remove remnants of an overdate or other unwanted area.
Note: The date appears to be 1820 over 1818, but it is difficult to tell - Krause does not list any overdates for 1820.
Republic of Mexico - Decimal Coinage ...
The result may be called an overdate error, where one numeral is stamped over another. Generations ago, US mint employees used logo punches to punch the numerals into a coin die. This also explains why the gap between numerals varies on older coins.
We don't even think it can be called an error! It is however, at least a distant cousin to the overdate, though it cannot be called that either since neither date is "over" the other. For now, we will simply refer to it as a "Dual Date." ...
off center Incorrectly centered during striking, resulting in part of the design missing (off the edge) original/original toning Having natural surfaces resulting from long exposure to ordinary environmental conditions; uncleaned overdate ...
New overdates to be discovered and new rarity ratings to be established.
Also, the Mercury dime features three of the most popular 'rarities' in 20th century U.S. coinage: the 1916-D dime (retails $2,500 in Fine), and the 1942 overdates (the 1942, 2 over 1 and the 1942-d 2 over 1).
Only five extant examples are reported that are in perfect condition without the bulge. Breen states the overdate can only be seen on these five examples as it is not apparent on examples from after the die clash.
Both sides of the OPA token depicts a numeral 1 flanked by two small initials. See also token. overdate The date made by a Mint engraver superimposing one or more numbers over the date on a previously dated die.
overdate: A coin with a numeral in the date punched or tooled over another numeral
pattern: A coin struck as a representation piece of a coin that never eventuated
planchet: The piece of metal a coin is struck on ...
overdate - The date made by superimposing one or more different numbers on a previously dated die.
oxidation - The formulation of oxides or tarnish on the surface of a coin from exposure to air, dampness, industrial fumes, or other elements.
 See also: Coin, Mint, Revers, Reverse, Struck
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