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Originally Posted by mrbrklyn  I have a couple of questions on this coin. First, what exactly is a "open claws reverse die". Why is it called "Open Claws".
My second question seems obvious to me, but must have a similarly obvious answer. How does anyone know when looking at a 1840 without a mint mark that the coin wasn't from Philidelphia?
Ruben | The reverse of the reeded edge Capped Bust half dollars reverse die has an Eagle with its claws open over the arrows & branch.
Seated Half Dollars reverse Eagle has closed claws grasping the arrows & branch.Check the last picture to compare.
Because of the reverse , its kinda what this thread is about.
The knowledge behind the dies has been recorded & is a known fact.
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