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1885
Variety 101
Obverse 1: Proof Die, Repunched 1, High Date, Slight Downward Slope
Reverse A: Proof Die, Die Defects On Upper Wheat Stalks
Obverse 1 Reverse A
Obverse Diagnostic Point(s) Reverse Diagnostic Point(s)
Comments: Only one proof obverse die has been identified the 1885 date.
Obverse 1 features a high date with a slight downward slope. The 1 digit in the date is repunched above the flag.
Reverse A has two long die scratches on the left and right wheat stalks as illustrated above.
Plate Coin: G. Fortin Collection, PCGS PF66 Cameo 