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1849

Variety 103

 Obverse 2: Thick Date, Die Scratch Above Head To Rim

Reverse C.3: Late Die State, Reverse 1848 (B)

        

Obverse 2                                               Reverse C.3

 

Obverse Diagnostic Point(s)                   Reverse Diagnostic Point(s)

        

Comments: Obverse 2 is paired with Reverse C, the left over Reverse B from 1848. This reverse die is approaching a terminal die state when paired with Obverse 2. Reverse C exhibits extensive die cracks and is mapped in the above scan.  On Obverse 2, the triangular die scratch from Liberty's head to the rim remains visible.

Plate Coin: G. Fortin Collection, VF20

1849 Varieties 101, 101a, 102, 102a, 103, 104, 105, 106, 107

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