@coop, In the original post I state that I believe it is the small date type. Would die deteriation leave strikes marks on the rim? I do still have questions regarding this 1974S cent. Such as what appear to be possible clash marks on the devices and in the field on both the obverse and reverse. It doesn't appear to be a common clash if they are indeed clashing. I was actually attempting to find more information on it earlier this evening. Also Lincolns in the memorials arm looks off on his right, our left, side.
@makescents, Yeah I have not purchased any pre slabbed errors. I have although found a good amount of one of a kind oddities, clashes, multi struck. If I'm at the bank I will ask for some rolls to search through. Other than that it is everyday circulation coins I receive from retail stores, coffee shops, ect as change. Although I make a point to carry cash so I can make change daily.
@petespocket, It is nice to make your acquaintance.