1958 Lincoln Wheat Penny - Error On Reverse Wheat Stalk

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Rosalita Valued Member United States 96 Posts	Posted 07/22/2020 1:40 pm Hi guys, Can someone please help me determine what type of error this is on the reverse right wheat stalk? The small blob of metal on the right wheat stalk looks a bit strange. Also wanted to ask, what is the best way to get the carbon spots off the obverse of this penny without damaging it. Is this possible? Thanks very much. Report this Post to the Staff

coop Bedrock of the Community United States 62064 Posts	Posted 07/22/2020 1:41 pm That is a die chip. What causes these? Die age, a striking event, a die clash or something else. These chips rise on coins, because the die itself broke off a bit and left a void. (those showing a raised area on the coins) These are common on the 1950's wheat cents as they over used the dies past normal retirement. Edited by coop 07/22/2020 1:44 pm Report this Post to the Staff
ijn1944 Bedrock of the Community United States 19202 Posts	Posted 07/22/2020 1:43 pm That blob is a die chip. Fifties cents are notorious for die chips. 'Carbon spots'? There's nothing that can be done once they appear. Others will likely weigh in on the spotting matter. Nice photos. Edited by ijn1944 07/22/2020 1:44 pm Report this Post to the Staff
coop Bedrock of the Community United States 62064 Posts	Posted 07/22/2020 1:46 pm Also the very small spots are sneeze droplets. (The smallest form of liquid) They alter the color of the coin. That is what you are seeing above the Liberty area. Report this Post to the Staff
Coinfrog Bedrock of the Community United States 94367 Posts	Posted 07/22/2020 2:08 pm to the CCF! Report this Post to the Staff
sheldius Pillar of the Community United States 1204 Posts	Posted 07/23/2020 4:20 pm Die chip. I had never considered unwiped off sneezes for the spots. Ick. Report this Post to the Staff
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