Definitive Reference For Indian Cent Die Varieties

DEFINITIVE REFERENCE FOR INDIAN CENT DIE VARIETIES

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1865 Plain 5 Variety 13


Obverse 15	Reverse O

Obverse Diagnostics

Date Placement

Repunched 8

Reverse Diagnostics

Die Crack from 6:00

Clash Mark Through (C)ENT

Obverse 15 is identified by date placement at B and repunched date that features an initial date impression to the south below the base of the 8.

Reverse O is rotated 5 degrees counter clockwise and has acquired a clash mark through (C)ENT. Reverse O has developed the following die crack:
1. Die crack from the denticles at 6:00 through the left ribbon end and into the olive leaves.

Comments: Obverse 15 is well hubbed, with Longacre outlines around the entire legend as well as the portrait.

Plate coin: Courtesy of David Killough Collection, VF30