Minting Accident: 3D tests suggest sixpence was deformed during minting; cause remains inconclusive
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A team of researchers has thoroughly examined a distorted silver sixpence from 1834, uncovering unexpected manufacturing flaws. Through intricate 3D imaging, they revealed…
A badly damaged silver coin dating back to 1834 may hold clues to an unusual manufacturing accident that occurred nearly two centuries ago. What initially appeared to be an ordinary damaged antique has now become the subject of a scientific investigation, with researchers suggesting that the coin may have been crushed during the original minting process. According to a report published by ScienceDaily on November 11, 2026, the findings are based on a study by IA STUDIO published in the journal npj Heritage Science. Independent coverage by EurekAlert and Science News has also highlighted the unusual physical evidence uncovered during the investigation.
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