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Rotação da matriz
Rotação da matriz O processo de cunhagem de moedas envolve golpear blanks de metal com cunhos que imprimem o design da moeda. Um cunho é um selo de metal endurecido usado para impressão de desenhos numa superfície metálica mais suave. Num processo de cunhagem funcionando corretamente, os cunhos obverso e reverso estão alinhados para que…
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Die Rotation
Die Rotation The process of minting coins involves striking metal blanks with dies that imprint the coin’s design. A die is a hardened metal stamp used to impress a design onto a softer metal surface. In a properly functioning minting process, the obverse and reverse dies are aligned so that the front and back designs…
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Machine doubling
Machine doubling Machine doubling is a post-strike mechanical effect that happens when the coin die shifts slightly upon making contact with the planchet (the blank coin) but before the metal has a chance to fully settle into its final form. This can be due to several factors, including loose die, mechanical vibration, or an issue…
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Duplicação pela Máquina
Duplicação pela Máquina A duplicação pela máquina é um efeito mecânico pós-cunhagem que ocorre quando a matriz da moeda se desloca ligeiramente ao fazer contato com o cunho (a moeda em branco) mas antes de o metal ter a chance de se assentar completamente em sua forma final. Isso pode ser devido a vários fatores,…
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Raddoppiamento macchina
Raddoppiamento macchina Il raddoppiamento macchina è un effetto meccanico post-colpo che si verifica quando lo stampo della moneta si sposta leggermente al momento del contatto con il flan (la moneta bianca) ma prima che il metallo abbia la possibilità di stabilirsi completamente nella sua forma finale. Questo può essere dovuto a diversi fattori, tra cui…
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Heartworm Awareness Month
Heartworm Awareness MonthHeartworm disease is a severe and potentially fatal condition caused by parasitic worms living in the heart and pulmonary arteries of infected animals. Dogs, cats, and ferrets are the most common hosts for these parasites, which are transmitted through the bite of an infected mosquito. Understanding the life cycle of heartworms is crucial…
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Celebrating National One Cent Day
Celebrating National One Cent DayApril 1 marks a unique day in the American calendar — National One Cent Day, a celebration dedicated to the smallest denomination of currency in the United States, the penny. Despite its modest value, the penny carries a rich history and holds a significant place in American culture and economy. This…
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The Birthstones of April
The Birthstones of April: Diamonds and Their Symbolism April, a month that ushers in the full bloom of spring, is traditionally associated with one of the most coveted and admired gemstones in the world: the diamond. Known for its unparalleled hardness and brilliant sparkle, the diamond has been a symbol of enduring strength, purity, and…
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Choose the Right Stone for Your Garden
Choose the Right Stone for Your Garden Gardens are not just spaces where plants grow; they are the canvas for your outdoor creativity and a place of peace and rejuvenation. The right choice of stone can be transformative, lending both beauty and structure to the natural tableau. Whether it’s creating meandering pathways, defining spaces, or…
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Top 10 Coins Worth Adding to Your Collection
Top 10 Coins Worth Adding to Your CollectionEmbracing numismatics — the study or collection of coins, paper money, and medals—transports you not only to the financial heart but also to the historical and cultural soul of civilizations. Each coin collected is more than a tangible piece of metal; it’s a shard of history, a touchpoint…