1955-S Wheat Penny with gouge by rim???

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  1. LynnTH

    LynnTH Member

    I have a 1955-S Wheat Penny with a piece missing on the reverse, could this be a mint error??? wheatpchip.jpg
     
    LynnTH, Apr 21, 2020
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  3. furryfrog02

    furryfrog02 Well-Known Member

    Looks like a possible detached lamination.
     
    furryfrog02, Apr 21, 2020
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  4. paddyman98

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    Laminations are common on Wheat Cents (De-Laminated)
     
    paddyman98, Apr 21, 2020
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  5. Collecting Nut

    Collecting Nut Borderline Hoarder

    Yes, it's a mint error. It's a detached lamination error but on Wheat Cents they are common. A definite keeper.

    Nice find. Welcome to CT.
     
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