1896 1 Cent Which Is A Far?

I agree, Rob and have no problem with PCGS cert'ing them according to their specific dictates that accurately delineate the actual variety. It was from all discussions that many of us had after the first ICCS cert that the far 6 variety was not as uncommon as we initially thought. After the 2011 Charlton with the Vicky variety guide, I don't think that there a collector who didn't have 2-3 of them. Dealers and Ebay sellers started putting far 6 on many holders as they could find. I certainly no longer agree with the 5X value that we put on it, although higher UNC grades are quite scarce.

okiecoiner question can tell me is there anymore. than 2 styles of queen Victoria hair. I have 2 different types of hair bun styles. this is for the 1876 H pennies. I have one obverse OC1. the other coin not quit sure yet. I was wondering is there 2 different. obverse for this year. thank you okiecoiner if you can help. again thank you

okiecoiner thank you so much for that information. I just checked a bunch of 1897s okiecoiner. I want to share a few picture with you. I want to show you 2 varieties in the 1897s. I would like to know your thoughts. the differences are not great but different size letters and spacing has to mean something.

I really don't need pictures of any of your coins, Rocky, and your reference to a "die catalogue" is not familiar to me. I know of many very nicely offset varieties in the 1897's and really don't need to see any more, but others on this site might enjoy them. You mentioned some different size letters and numbers .... just remember that many of the 19th century dies that were used had handpunched digits because the hubs were used for more than one striking year.

I would have serious doubts about different size letters that weren't caused by strike crispness or tired dies. I'll be glad to help you if you wish, the same as I do with anyone who has a question or problem, but please go easy on the 80-100X magnifications and highly reflective lighting. And, please start a new thread if the info will deal with 1897's and NOT the 1896 far's!