Definitive Reference For Indian Cent Die Varieties

DEFINITIVE REFERENCE FOR INDIAN CENT DIE VARIETIES

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1883 Variety 13


Obverse 18	Reverse R

Obverse Diagnostics

Date Position

Base Of Misplaced Digit (Click Image To Enlarge)

Defect At Top Of 3

Obverse 18 is identified by date placement at B and the base of a misplaced digit between the hair curl and ribbon end. Obverse 18 is observed with a defect atop the 3 digit.
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Reverse R has yet to be observed with any die markers.

Comments: The Obverse 18 misplaced digit is either an 8 or 3 digit from an initial date impression located far to the north with respect to the final date placement.

Plate Coin: Courtesy of David Killough Collection, XF40