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Hi, I have a 1964 D Lincoln Cent error penny with "L" right next next to rim, and also the number 9 is smeared. Is this a possible mint error? If so, what would it be called?  20230329_20230329_085544   Edited by HeatherM
03/29/2023 12:02 pm
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Pillar of the Community
United States
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Welcome! The L close to the rim is normal for cents of that era. The picture is too small to see the issue with the date.
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Moderator
 United States
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 to the CCF Agreed that we need a larger image to see for sure. Take a look at my other hobby ... http://www.jk-dk.art |
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Bedrock of the Community
Canada
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As stated the L is supposed to be close to the rim. It was not until 1969 when
new dies were made that the L was moved away from the rim.
Also could you take a clear closeup of the date only.
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Bedrock of the Community
United States
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Sounds normal, larger pic will confirm. to the CCF! |
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Pillar of the Community
United States
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I agree that it looks normal.
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Pillar of the Community
 United States
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Looks like the mint mark was also affected or damaged. Closer pictures as others have said would answer what's going on.
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Bedrock of the Community
United States
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If there is damage that is incuse on the reverse side of the coin, that would explain why some of the devices are flattened. So a reverse image would be helpful. If the coin is damaged, then it is just a face value coin.
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Pillar of the Community
United States
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The close up image you added isn't the best but as far as I can tell it appears that the 9 took a hit and was flattened. PMD. Check out my counterstamped Lincoln Cent collection: http://goccf.com/t/303507 |
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United States
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AS mentioned the L is in the 'usual' location for this year. the date and the MM took a circulation hit
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United States
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Pillar of the Community
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The close up image you added isn't the best but as far as I can tell it appears that the 9 took a hit and was flattened. PMD. |
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Posted 03/29/2023 05:24 am
