DEFINITIVE REFERENCE FOR INDIAN CENT DIE VARIETIES


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1888 Proof 3






Obverse 3

Reverse C



Obverse Diagnostics



Date Position

Die Chip In Denticles Above First T Of STATES


Reverse Diagnostics



Die Line On N Of CENT


Obverse 3 is identified by date placement at RH and a die chip in the denticles above the first T of STATES.

Reverse C is observed with a die line on the N of CENT.

Comments:  The Proof 3 die pairing was one of three die pairs that struck proof cents in 1888.

Plate coin:  Images courtesy of Rick Snow of Eagle Eye Rare Coins, PCGS PR65RD (PS)

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