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Offset strike

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Does a coin have to be offset on both sides to be considered a true offset strike?

I have attached photos of 1982 P nickel that is offset only on the obverse.
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Interesting, unfortunately I can't see the full coin in the images you have posted
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Thanks for your reply. I will repost with better picture.
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