1983 Lincoln Cent with crazy Mint mark errors needs expert opinion

CoinJegeren

Hello, I have this 1983 penny with a couple different errors on it and would like to know what I should call these errors when I submit it for grading. There is double or triple strikes on the Mint mark, an error on the date over the 8 and the T in Liberty looks weird as well. Any information would be greatly appreciated.

lcutler

That is just the start of zinc rot. The copper plating around the mint mark splits exposing the zinc and allowing the corrosion to start.

Oldhoopster

Corrosion. The copper plating is thin and if it's breached, the zinc can be exposed to the environment and corrode. Like rust on your car fender.

Not an error

Jimnight

I see corrosion.

MsMorrisine

that at the T looks like a surface contaminant.

let's just say the mint made some mistake and it "left the dies that way"

what you are looking at would be in no way dramatic enough to submit.

291fifth

Corrosion and zinc rot. Not an error and worth exactly one cent.

Steven59

Agree with the zinc rot bubble - do not send that in, save your money .

Coinscratch

Welcome to the forum!
Keep digging

CoinJegeren

Thank you guys so much! As much as it sucks to find out the coin is worthless having a community to learn from and gain valuable experience is priceless. I appreciate you guys!

Treashunt

zinc rot

WAYNEAS

Welcome aboard @CoinJegeren.
This happens a lot when the Zinc coins get wet in some way.
They corrode easily even if they do not get wet.
There is no added value for these types of coins.
Wayne

ricko

I agree with the zinc rot determination. Pictures are good enough to see that. Welcome aboard. Good luck with your coins. Cheers, RickO