Just a quick question

Are there two varieties of lettering on the '81 Lincoln's? I ask because I've come across 2 with block lettering, and I can't find a mention of that anywhere . I'll just show the obverse of one and the obverse of one with thin lettering. I just noticed the one with thin lettering has a clash behind Abe's head. Thanks: Lou

 

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Quick answer,
The US Mint did not use 2 different lettering varieties/fonts.
So the answer is no..

It's either a Die Deterioration issue, fresh die vs overused die, or the letters were smooshed in circulation.

 

I'm not seeing a clash.. It would have to be a clash from the Reverse Die. Can you tell us what you think the clash is?

Use this Memorial Cent overlay to explain the clash you are seeing..

 

Sounds like Paddyman knows his stuff

 

Smooshed, ok, I can get behind smooshing.

 

Thanks for the overlay, it's really great. The clash I see is two or three columns left of Abe's neck - above the ty in Liberty. Thanks: Lou