1889-S

Variety 104a

 Obverse 3: Medium Date, Slight Downward Slope, Open 9

Reverse C.2: Small S, [mm Lt,H], Weak Wreath

        

Obverse 3                                              Reverse C.2

 

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

        

        

Comments: During the Variety 104a die state, Reverse C shows considerable weakness throughout the wreath from a potential die polishing or lapping event.

The Small S is positioned left and high aiding with diagnosing this reverse die. The Reverse C strike on the plate coin is very weak and easily a full grade lower than the obverse.

Plate Coin: G. Fortin Collection, EF40

1889-S Varieties 101, 102, 103, 104, 104a, 105, 105a, 106, 107, 108, 109, 110

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