In 1795, there were actually 2 ways that the Philadelphia mint used to adjust the weights of silver coins.....
1. Overweight coins were subject to file(adjustment)marks to lessen the weight.(as seen in the 1796 dime). This practice continued for many years
2. Underweight coins were subject to 'silver plugs' to increase the silver content. The weight of the coin stayed the same, but, the 'silver plug' had a higher content of silver. The mint used 'silver plugs' only on 1795 Flowing Hair dollars. This practice was stopped when they switched to the Draped Bust design later in that year.
Here is a picture of my 1795 'silver plug' coin. Notice the circular outline at the center of the coin:
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