1881

Variety 101

 Obverse 1: Proof, Medium Date, Upward Slope, Broken S, Partial O

Reverse A: Proof Die

        

Obverse 1                                                Reverse A

 

Obverse Diagnostic Point(s)

Comments:  Attributing coins for either Obverse 1 or Obverse 2 varieties can be difficult. One must carefully use the Denticle Ruler method. Note that Obverse 1 has a Denticle Ruler measurement of DR 0C and a completely broken (S)TATES.

Plate Coin: G. Fortin Collection, NGC PF63

1881 Varieties 101, 101a, 102, 102a

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