How to Tell if Your Coin is Missing a Clad Layer
You're probably looking at a quarter or a dime right now that looks like it's made of solid copper, wondering how to tell if coin is missing clad layer or if it's just spent way too much time buried in someone's backyard. It's a common question because these errors are actually some of the most striking things you can find in your pocket change. One side looks perfectly normal—shiny and silver—while the other side looks like a brand-new penny. ...