Proof Coin with a "Rim Burr"

[1sgret]

I make this post so those interested can see what a "RIM BURR" is on a coin if they run across one.

This is not a common error and is highly collectible. I have never seen one on a Lincoln Cent and do not have one in my collection for Lincolns.

However, I do have a RARE Rim Burr on a PROOF 2000-S $1.00 (SAC) which is graded PROOF 69.

I have been told this is proably the largest Rim Burr to have been authenticated and encapsulated on a Proof SAC.

DEFINITION: If the blank has been pushed or jammed against either another blank or some metal surface it is quite possible that the edge of the blank may be damaged. One type of particular damage, a flake or spear of metal may be almost torn from the edge. It will remain attached or hinged by a thin sliver of metal.

Later upon striking the thin spear or sliver of metal will be pressed into the surface of the coin near the rim. There will be no RAISED metal, however there will be a gap surrounding the outlines of the metal spear. Occasionally, it may even be a different color as in the case of a clad coin.

[CCC]

Joe,

You amaze even me.(that's hard to do) That is a nice example.

[1sgret]

Someone wake up Roger as he has not posted on this one yet.
My keys are missing again. Did Roger take them and go use the back door?

[JeanK]

I am so glad Joe can teach us something new just about daily.
Thanks!
Jean

[BadThad]

Thanks for the post, I've never heard of a rim burr until now. It makes total sense to me, it's neat how it happens....great example coin. Thanks for the lesson!

[1sgret]

The Rim Burr is a very elusive error and especially on a Proof coin because the Planchets are fed into the press by hand and struck twice.

Someone where in my collection I may have another circulation piece with a rim burr and if I can find it I will post it also. If you see one of these you need to pull it from circualtion as you have found a great example error piece.

[RWBILLER]

Joe:
Thanks for the info!
i will be looking
Thx
Roger