1996 Memorial Cent...filled Die? - Coin Community Forum

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Ralph Pillar of the Community United States 1582 Posts	Posted 06/18/2007 7:19 pm I found this in my pocket change today, noticed a weakness in the first two letters in LIBERTY and the last two digits of the date. It shows signs of circulation; however, I don't believe it is such to warrant the lack of sharpness in the indicated areas. Is this from dirt, grease, or something stuck in the obverse die? I don't figure it to be anything special - just curious as to what may have been the cause of this weakness. And, too, figured there might be a few others here who haven't seen this type of.....whatever it is, so I thought I'd post it for me and for them. Thanks. Ralph Image: Memorial cent /a .jpg" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"> 1996 Memorial cent.jpg 17.86 KB Image: Memorial cent /a Reverse.jpg" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"> 1996 Memorial cent Reverse.jpg 19.45 KB Report this Post to the Staff

GO Moderator United States 6563 Posts	Posted 06/19/2007 02:36 am The rims by the date and Liberty are worn as well so I believe it's just from normal circulation. Report this Post to the Staff
garylcsr Pillar of the Community United States 1952 Posts	Posted 06/19/2007 11:43 am I agree with GO. it could be a Grease Filled Die but after 11 years who knows. Gary too Report this Post to the Staff
coppercoins Pillar of the Community United States 7629 Posts	Posted 06/20/2007 11:21 am If it were wear the highest points would be worn down first. For this much wear to show in the outer lettering the bust would be completely flat. This is just a filled die. Report this Post to the Staff
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