1942 Halfcrown Die Crack?

[dennrein 10]

Hello to all the experts. Could you tell me what happened to this coin. Is it a die crack? Thanks!

[dennrein 10]

Here are two close-ups that might assist in identifying what happened to the coin.

coin2.bmp

coin3.bmp

[4kids 10]

Even with your "close up pictures it is difficult to make out. It does appear to be a small die crack with the die deteriorating around the number '2"

 

Look at this posting for an idea of a proper enlarged picture.

 

http://forum.bidorbuy.co.za/coins-notes-numismatist/9498-new-date-varieties-discovered-1927-shilling-2.html#post71993

[dennrein 10]

Will post pic as soon as I get the coin

 

I only just bought the coin on the internet and am using the pic that was used in the auction - as soon as the coin arrives I'll be able to post a proper big picture.