1983 Red Tint Penny

Found this in coin roll hunting. Red tint and DD on some of the lettering. The T in states is fat. Comments please.

 

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I see a slightly toned cent with no signs of doubling.

 

No big deal on any of that, Mary. You'll learn it as you go along and see more cents.

 

What about the fat T in states?

 

What makes the red tint coloring?

 

I think the Fat T in states ( and the first S) may/could be from a Debris Filled Die.
The coloring/toning is most likely caused by contact with come chemical on someone hands. Coins usualy have to be out of circulation (like yours) for natural toning to occur. It can be done with heat also.