Fixed the pics 2 different mint marks on 1952-S Lincoln cents

notlogical · February 9, 2009 8:49AM

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OK I screwed up the first two times I tried this, I hope this is right this time.

I noticed that the mintmarks on these 1952-S Lincoln cents are different. Is that common? Thanks!

1952-S #1

1952-S #2

RyGuy · February 9, 2009 8:55AM

Looks like two different dates to me...

19Lyds · February 9, 2009 8:56AM

Your second 1953-S is actually a 1952-S.

As for any differences in mint marks, they were applied by hand back then so can float around quite a bit.

As for actual differences in font styles, I'm really not sure.

RWB · February 9, 2009 8:57AM

I will guess that the "3s" are shaped differently on the two coins. There are also two "S" mintmarks - one on each coin.

TwoSides2aCoin · February 9, 2009 9:01AM

It's probably the rare overdate which is commonly referred to as an oversight.

notlogical · February 9, 2009 9:03AM

first the wrong account and now the wrong pictures!

I'll fix it.

RWB · February 9, 2009 9:10AM

Things will get better in Nebraska…just keep smiling and watch out for old ladies riding bicycles.

TwoSides2aCoin · February 9, 2009 9:28AM

When it rains, it pours Samuel. I'm just glad you're searching coins. It's fun finding "differences".

notlogical · February 9, 2009 9:32AM

How come my pictures aren't showing?

notlogical · February 9, 2009 9:44AM

Ok, now they're working. Boy am I glad that's over.

RWB · February 9, 2009 9:51AM

Well, I think my earlier comment is still applicable: …the "3s" are shaped differently on the two coins. There are also two "S" mintmarks - one on each coin.

notlogical · February 9, 2009 10:12AM

<< <i>Well, I think my earlier comment is still applicable: …the "3s" are shaped differently on the two coins. There are also two "S" mintmarks - one on each coin. >>

Not only are the mintmarks in different locations they are different size....aren't they?

19Lyds · February 9, 2009 10:23AM

They do look a little different in size but that could be attributed to different striking pressure while applying the mint mark to the die. Having one really close to the date kinda adds to the confusion as its easier to relate its size to something.

Kinda like when the moon is near the horizon, it always appears bigger than when its directly overhead. It actually does not change size but there is no point of reference while its directly overhead.

DBSTrader2 · February 9, 2009 11:07AM

Didn't anyone notice that Abe knotted his bowtie differently on each of those coins, too?!

notlogical · February 9, 2009 10:11PM

morning

coppercoins · February 9, 2009 11:44PM

Actually it's a case of hand punching mintmarks and the fact that the mintmarks were punched into the two different dies in different locations. Any other difference observed would be from coin wear.

In other words, there is but one type of S mintmark known for 1952 cents.

TwoSides2aCoin · February 10, 2009 12:00AM

It's tough to add to what coppercoins posted, Samuel. Keep searching !

Fixed the pics 2 different mint marks on 1952-S Lincoln cents

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