1983 Lincoln Cent Error Help

Yep, that's a small die break, also known as a Cud. 1983 was a popular year for them.

small Cuds 5 to 10 dollars.

Curious, what's that coin weigh ?

Pricing usually varies in resect to the condition of the coin, placement and size of the Cud and the old verbage;
A Collectible is only as valuable as the collector is willing to pay for it.

I price these Cuds - as long as they aren't extreme, on the same price scale as a RPM. In the condition it is, and the fact that its a zinc cent and its survival over time is limited, I'd say the coin is worth between $3.00 for the curious and a max of $5.00 should there be a rabid collector that requires it.

Its important to know the value of the coins, should something go wrong - break in, flood, fire etc; Every "investment" adds up and can be monetarily replaced at fair market value. Renters insurance may have a few hoops to jump through, but in the end, its worth it. The price for insurance is very low, and you can sleep better that all your time, effort and investments are covered.

That area seems to be a pretty common place for Cuds. It almost seems like that area has a coin that is struck through metal. From there additional metal gathers in that area, whether part of the die is missing or a glob of shavings falls from the die and strikes the next planchet. All in all, its a pretty neat piece and can strike up a conversation.

Nice find ... fully concur with the attribution of an obverse Cud.

David