Definitive Reference For Indian Cent Die Varieties

DEFINITIVE REFERENCE FOR INDIAN CENT DIE VARIETIES

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1897 Variety 35


Obverse 37	Reverse AK

Obverse Diagnostics

Date Position

Repunched 8 (Click Image To Enlarge)

Repunched 97 (Click Image To Enlarge)

Reverse Diagnostics

Clash Mark Through (C)ENT

Radial Die Crack From 9:30

Obverse 37 is identified by date placement at C and dae repunching that features initial date impressions to the east within both loops of the 8 and 9 as well as under the flag of the 7. Obverse 37 has developed heavy die flow lines and has acquired a clash mark in front of the eye of Miss Liberty from a clashing event with Reverse AK.

Reverse AK is in a similar die state as Obverse 37, with the advancement of heavy die flow lines. Reverse AK has acquired a clash mark through (C)ENT from a clashing event with Obverse 37. Reverse AK develops the following die crack:
1. Radial die crack from the rim at 9:30 through the left wreath.

Comments: The Obverse 37 clash mark is evident, but has faded due to the development of heavy die flow lines.

Plate Coin: Courtesy of David Killough Collection, AU55