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1853

With Arrows - Unhubbed Date and Arrows

Variety 121a

 Obverse 21.2: Very High Date, Slight Downward Slope, Right Arrow Touches 3

Reverse U.2: Retained Cud 8:00 - 9:00

        

Obverse 21.2                                             Reverse U.2

 

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

        

        

Comments: The stem of the left arrow nearly touches the 1 digit in the date. The stem of the right arrow is connected to the upper loop of the 3 digit. The right arrow is repunched above the stem. A die crack is visible from the rim to the base, then down through the left arrow and to the 1 digit. A large retained rim cud has formed and touches the top of letters (UNIT)ED. A die crack connects the letters STAT(ES OF) before exiting to the rim.

Plate Coin: Dr. Tim Cook Collection, VF30 - Greer Plate Coin