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Canadian 1989 loonie strikethrough or ? Expert opinions please

#1 Unread post by puretrading »

Hello this loonie looks trashed but i can see the tree line on the reverse clearly on the queens neck
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#2 Unread post by SensibleSal66 »

A little difficult to make out without another example to go by. Definitely strange. NEED better Pics. Thanks.
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#3 Unread post by DSCoins »

It looks like either a stain or possibly glue. I do not see it as a strikethrough. This is JMO
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#4 Unread post by Paul »

I'm not able to determine anything with these 2 images posted here
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#5 Unread post by Earle42 »

Some help for better pictures:
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Common grading company shortcomings & resulting co$tly mi$take$ to collectors (using Kennedy No FG halves):
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#6 Unread post by puretrading »

Thankyou. I am using usb microscope for the pictures. But it seems lots are suggesting i use my phone so i will follow the suggested method to take better pictures. I do try extremely hard and take so many shots but i am not very clever at getting it right. Its very frustrating. I appreciate your help thankyoy

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#7 Unread post by Earle42 »

Just use the graphics, paying attention to every detail, and things should go easily :)
Common grading company shortcomings & resulting co$tly mi$take$ to collectors (using Kennedy No FG halves):
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