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1848
Variety 102a
Obverse 2: Very High Level Date
Reverse B.2: Horizontal Die Crack Through Ribbon and Right Stem
Obverse 2 Reverse B.2
Obverse Diagnostic Point(s) Reverse Diagnostic Point(s)
Comments: Reverse B develops a horizontal die crack across the lower ribbons and the right stem. This reverse will be used again in 1849 where the die crack will become much more severe.
The date punch on Obverse 2 is designated as a Very High Date since both the 1(84)8 touch the base.
Plate Coin: G. Fortin Collection, PCGS AU58