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terminal99
Penny Sorter Member
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 Posted - 04/04/2008 : 11:44:06
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Hello everyone, I just started hoarding pennies and was wondering what are the more common errors to be on the look for.
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Centsearcher
Penny Pincher Member
USA
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Posted - 04/05/2008 : 23:22:02
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Welcome! Here is a list of errors I look for when I search. If I leave any out that someone else knows please chime in.
- 1998-2000 Wide AM's:
There is a distinct space between the "A" and "M" of America on the reverse. On normal business strikes the leters will be touching. Value: 1998 or 2000 will go for ~$10, whereas 1999 can go for $300.
- 1995 Double Die Obverse:
The obverse will show slight doubling, most distinct on the word "Liberty". Value: Up to $50
- 1992D Close AM:
The "A" and "M" in America on the reverse will be touching. Normal cents of this year will have a distinct space between those two letters. After this year all cents were made using the close design, which is why the 1998-2000 wide AM's are errors. Value: Up to $300
- 1984 Doubled Ear:
There will be a distinct second earlobe below Lincolns ear. Value: Up to $150
- 1983 Double Die Reverse:
Distinct doubling will show on all features on the back of the coin. Value: Up to $200
- 1972 Double Die Obverse:
Very noticeable doubling will show on all features of the front of the coin. Value: Up to $500
- 1970S Small Date:
Not an error, but fairly rare. There are subtle differences in the height and positioning of the numbers in the date compared to normal cents of this date and mint. Hard to distiguish, even for seasoned collectors. Value: Up to $30
- 1969S Double Die Obverse:
Strong doubling will show on all features on the front of the coin. Value: $10,000 or above; very few examples known
- 1960 Small Date:
Not an error, but worth holding onto. The date will be distinctly smaller and of a different form than a normal 1960 cent. Value: $3-$5
- Pre 1959 wheats:
I save them all, but the biggest error within this group is the 1955 Double Die Obverse. Extreme doubling will show on all features of the coin's front. Value: $1,000 or more
To see some of these errors you may need to get a magnifying glass or loupe, which can be picked up for under $10. If you need more information You must be logged in to see this link. is a great resource, and will have pictures of all the errors listed above. Have fun hoarding and collecting! Good luck in your searches! |
--Misplaced Numismatist--
Democracy: The only system where any two idiots can out-vote a genius
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terminal99
Penny Sorter Member
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Posted - 04/06/2008 : 03:47:38
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| Wow that is quite a list. Thanks for taking the time to list them. |
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Posted - 04/06/2008 : 14:13:22
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| Where can I find a picture of the wide A M coins just as an example? |
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Centsearcher
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Posted - 04/07/2008 : 17:13:14
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This site has a picture of the wide AM error and a normal coin for reference:
You must be logged in to see this link. |
--Misplaced Numismatist--
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Posted - 04/07/2008 : 23:05:03
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| Thanks for that |
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