I have a 1961 Jefferson nickel that appears to show what looks like a stamped or printed smear around Jefferson's ear area under magnification. At first glance, it almost resembles a doubled ear or some type of mis-strike, but I'm still learning about mint errors and varieties. I'm aware 1961 nickels can exhibit machine doubling, die deterioration, die chips, and other mint-made anomalies, so I'm hoping for some opinions before jumping to conclusions. Based on the photos, does this appear to be: Machine doubling? A doubled die? A die chip or die break? Strike-related damage?
Can't tell from the photos what the dot in the "O" is, but it's probably a form of die deterioration. The circular impression is almost definitely damage, but there is a chance it's a strike through. Once again I can't tell for sure from the photos.
Hello. Your poll is horrible. It is not good to put stuff like that on this forum. I'm talking about the last choice. The answer is no. It is not a Doubled Die variety. I'm giving you an honest answer. I'm definitely not a hater Everything else is post mint damage. There are no mint errors of any kind on your nickel.
