Ghosting

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Glossary ID134
TitleGhosting
Search LetterG
DescriptionA coin defect where a faded image can be seen with the main image of the coin. It may be the coin is poor quality and the reverse image shows through to the obverse. It may be worn dies. The pennies of George V 1911-27 suffered so badly they were called the 'Ghost Penny', but other British coins and US Cents have had similar problems.
Last Update2021-11-29 09:27:05