1898 Indian Head Cent RPD?

Hi, I wanted to know if this is an RPD? Thanks in advance!

 

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I'm not seeing any

 

Here is a pic with what I am talking about.

 

Longacre doubling?

 

To me the 1 looks to have some minor repunching going on but I can't match it to one of the several in Rick Snow's book. The 1 looks a bit fat in some areas and that makes me think repunched. I don't know for sure. These varieties can drive you crazy.

 

I don't see it. I would have to say no.

I don't see it. I would have to say no. Are you using a 10x loupe?

Michael

 

Yes, I am using a 10x loupe. Do you think it could be triple punched? I don't have any other 1898's to compare it to, but I do have a 1895. I don't know if the 8's and 9's are different on purpose or because the '98 is repunched. Here are pics.

 

I see what you are talking about... let me cross check

I have an extensive Indian head collection. I now see what you're talking about. I have plenty of reference books too. Give me a day or two and I'll get back with you.

Michael

 

Thanks for the help Michael.

Steve

 

No, I do not think so. These dies deteriorate also and could be that.

 

From the little knowledge I've gained, I'd say a deteriorated die as well.