I think this is just a cause of wear, and also, they didn't have very good dies back then, so I would say a combination of the two. So I say post mint, but could be wrong. And Dagger, I think cuds only happen on the rims, but not sure. Could be wrong. But all this is my opinion. Phoenix
First, welcome to the neighborhood! You do realize that this thread is almost 13 years old, don't you? It would be best if you started a new thread and posted clear photos of the coin. ~ Chris