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I recently purchased a near complete set of Indian Cents and noted something unusual
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The 1875 cent has what appears to be mint struck lines running on the obverse, as shown.
I'd be curious what caused this and how often it is seen either on this date or other dates within the series.
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I believe this is the S-6 variety with die lines primarily below the ear. The 1875 S-15 variety has die lines also below the jaw line.
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That reminds me of the characteristic (die gauge/damage) seen on 1804 Spiked Chin half cents.
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Several similar varieties are known for 1875:
https://indiancentvarieties.com/1875_variety012.html
https://indiancentvarieties.com/1875_variety014.html
https://indiancentvarieties.com/1875_variety024.html
Poliquin suggests that these lines may be due to file marks on the dies.
Excellent.
Lots of great information here guys. Thanks for sharing.
Much appreciated.
Nice catch, I like 👍
Love that!
Yes, file marks on the die.