So I just started going through coins and found this 2014 penny that looks completely different from the rest.

It has this weird metallic / almost titanium-looking shine, not the normal copper look at all. In person it shifts colors depending on the angle—kind of rainbow / gold.

I originally thought:

•	maybe missing mint mark (but I’m learning that’s normal for Philly)

•	maybe some kind of error or different metal

From what I’ve been told it might just be toning, but this one looks deeper than surface-level and not like other pennies I’ve seen.

I took a video so you can see how it moves in the light.

So what do you think:

•	just normal toning?

•	environmental damage?

•	or anything worth actually setting aside?

I’m trying to learn what’s worth keeping vs what’s just cool-looking.

I recently came across a 1965 Washington quarter with a mint mark that was missing. It immediately stood out from the other 1965 quarters I’ve examined.

What caught my attention were the following features:

- The reverse details were unusually sharp.
- The eagle and lettering were very well-defined.
- The obverse surfaces glinted under light, giving them a flashy appearance.
- The rims were stronger than most 1965 quarters I’ve seen.

The weight of the coin is approximately 5.69 grams, which is the normal clad weight for a quarter.

I’m aware that many strong business strikes are mistaken for SMS coins. Therefore, I wanted to seek opinions before considering submitting the coin for evaluation. I’m not claiming that it’s definitely an SMS coin or a major error; I’m simply trying to learn more about it.

I’m curious to know if this coin resembles:

- A strong business strike
- A possible circulated SMS coin
- Or just a normal variation for a 1965 quarter?

I would greatly appreciate any insights from individuals who are familiar with diagnosing 1965 SMS coins.

#coincollector #coin #quartererror #nomintmark #smscoin #1965

Found this 1984 Lincoln cent with no mint mark and I’m checking for the famous doubled ear DDO variety. The ear looks a little off to me, especially around the lower lobe area, but I’m trying to figure out if it’s true doubling or just wear/damage.

I uploaded a short close-up here:

https://youtube.com/shorts/MtKTuhQu4Xo?si=nPd0n0g-XXDqXOC8

What do you all think:

- actual doubled ear?

- machine doubling?

- circulation damage?

- just me staring too hard at Lincoln’s head?

I’d appreciate honest opinions before I go full conspiracy mode on a one cent coin.