DEFINITIVE REFERENCE FOR INDIAN CENT DIE VARIETIES


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1905 Variety 47






Obverse 47

Reverse AV



Obverse Diagnostics



Date Position

Repunched 1


Reverse Diagnostics



Reverse AV Die Crack Mapping


Obverse 47 is identified by date placement at C with date repunching that features an initial date impression to the south below the base of the 1.  Obverse 47 has developed heavy die flow lines.

Reverse AV is in a similar die state as Obverse 47, with the advancement of heavy die flow lines.  Reverse AV develops the following die cracks:
1.  Die crack from the rim at 6:15 upward throught the left ribbon end and olive leaves.
2.  Die crack from the denticles at 10:30 downward through the edge of the left wreath.
3.  Radial die crack from die crack #2 that extends through the wreath and into the field.

Comments:  Variety 47 was first identified by David Killough, who submitted the above plate coin during mid February 2017 for inclusion in this book based on the date repunching of Obverse 47.

Plate coin:  David Killough Collection, XF40

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