Private rolls sometimes have stained backs to show the dates of the pennies. The roller (Mr. Chester M. Rogers in this specific case) might have used Deft brand spray stain or Jet and Mohawk brand stain. Nowadays it’s really hard … Continue reading →

Initials on elongated coins may refer to: Designers Engravers Rollers Manufacturers Sponsors Dealers Numismatic Clubs Now some maybe are rollers but not designers. Some are designers but not rollers. Some design and roll. Some may engrave but not deal with … Continue reading →

Zincers and Coppers – what’s the difference? Notice the grey or silver colored shadows within the coin design of the “zincer” coin? Zinc pennies are made of zinc but plated with pure copper (and that’s the reason zincers are often … Continue reading →