Possible 1864 Indian Head Cent Variety - File Lines?

Appears as though it could be....

Rather interesting! =)

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Thanks for the input! I'm leaning more towards it being a variety, too bad it's more of a mid grade but still cool.

I also believe I've seen similar types of die polishing lines on other years of Indian Heads. Usually in that same area near the ear and above the neck. Idk if it could maybe be a more widespread variety/state than is recognized. Also curious what they could have been polishing off in that part of the obverse?

In looking at the official version, I am struck by how the lines resemble the reverse shield. There are quite a few odd squiggles in front of the hair lock and below the hair band, too. I would have guessed a die clash. But if the pros say file lines, then that's obviously the right conclusion.

Good eye and nice find.

Nice variety and nice find!