Strike-through error values span the widest range of any error type — from common grease fills worth only a tiny premium to dramatic cloth or wire impressions worth significant amounts. The type of foreign material, the size of the affected area, and whether the material is retained on the coin are the primary value drivers.
Strike-through values are driven by how interesting, identifiable, and dramatic the impression is. Common grease fills are too frequent to carry much premium, while identifiable impressions of specific objects are scarce and fascinating to collectors.
Strike-through values are driven primarily by the type of impression and its identifiability. A clear cloth weave pattern is worth many times more than a vague grease fill. Retained foreign material on the coin increases value significantly.
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Scan Your Coin NowMinor grease fills carry very small premiums. Major grease fills where significant design elements are completely missing can carry moderate premiums. The more design that is missing, the more collectible it becomes.
Cloth strike-throughs (showing clear weave pattern), wire strike-throughs, and retained foreign objects are most valuable. Any strike-through where the object can be identified is significantly more collectible than vague impressions.
Use strong, angled lighting to create shadows that highlight the impression texture. Multiple angles may be needed to capture the full detail of the strike-through. Good photos are essential for scanning and for potential sale.
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