Die Deterioration stands out--not an error. Another close-in photo or two of the mint mark--with one image taken at a slight angle--might better show what may be happening there.
Also note the date and mintmark area are showing signs of die polishing. The bottom edges of the last 2 digits and the NE part of the mintmark are reduced in size. These are also very tired dies. So it is just a Wheat cent, no varieties.
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