Thank you for your assistance. In the reference photos for the FS-502 (FS-902), there appears to be a "branch" or spur extending from the top of the mint mark; however, even when examining my quarter under a magnifying glass, I cannot see that feature. While the shape of the mint mark is similar, does the absence of this branch mean it does not qualify as an FS-502? Or is it simply a case of " Machine Doubling" on the mint mark, which holds no added value? I would appreciate your opinion on this matter. Thank you.
You are correct, it has to have the "branch" to be FS-502 because that "branch" is the repunched mintmark. It's a stray punch of the mintmark too far northeast.
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