I have a question for all the error people out there. So, I tried to evaluate a coin this morning and could not tell if it was the FS-901 . Does anyone have a real example for me ? For those that are not familiar , There are two reverse design varieties found on 1969-P, 1970-P, and 1970-D Roosevelt dimes. The first is the correct reverse design intended for the dates, called RDV-001 by CONECA. The second, called RDV-002 by CONECA and listed as FS-901 in the Cherrypickers' Guide, was originally intended to be used on the 1968 proof reverse. Here's a PCGS example. Can you tell ? What if it was a FS-901 and it's somewhat worn ? Look at the torch . It's enhanced . That's the only evidence I can find . Please help. Maybe I can start a dime search for one instead of those nasty Pennies .
So you are willing to waste ridiculous amount of time and probably drive yourself to insanity? I don't know the answer and I don't want to know!
Why would somebody spend this much time looking for such a minor detail? My eyeballs would literally pop out of my head by the end of the y-... nope HOUR
Nasty pennies?! Tired of looking at them!? Shocking! I don't think I will ever get tired of looking at pennies.
Sal, the RDV-02 was the standard reverse 1971-1980 for both Philadelphia and Denver mints and for proofs 1968-1980. I started collecting the 69, 70, and 70 D variety shortly after I saw the listing in Vol 5 of the CPG. I was able to find a full roll of each quickly... therefore I question the rarity. They may be rare in high MS condition. I still find them regularly now. As far as identifying them in worn conditions, they’re easy as it takes lots of wear to remove the groves. Just look at any 71-80 dime.
