Quote: sonthey tick 2 of the three check mark traits of the small
I think you hit the 'N' instead of the space bar.. I think the OP meant to say : "So they tick 2 of the three......."
But I know of only 2 'ticks' (checks we observe) that make these a large date. 1. the straight spine of the 2 indicates a large date, (If it were curved - then it would be a small date.) 2. the small gap between the 2 and the rim indicates a large date, (If it were a large gap - then it would be a small date.) 3. ? (what is your third?)
So, yes, these are both Large Date 1982 copper Lincoln Cent coins minted in Denver
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