NNP

Ghosting.  (2) The outline of a device appearing on the opposite side of a struck piece; caused by suction.  Compare clashed dies.

Reference:                                                                                                                                

NE42 {1982} Doty, p 149.

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An Encyclopedia of Coin and Medal Technology

For Artists, Makers, Collectors and Curators

COMPILED AND WRITTEN BY D. WAYNE JOHNSON

Roger W. Burdette, Editor