1984 D cent weighs more than average

is this within tolerance? 1984 D weighs between 2.62 grams and 2.63 grams. Why is this? The 1988 and 1984 D are the same width all the way around and the 1988 weighs 2.53 grams, which I know is within tolerance.

 

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I say yes to within tolerance. Some Cents are struck on slightly thicker Planchets. I will look for a reference and post soon.

http://www.error-ref.com/rolled-thick-planchets/
and the opposite.. thin Planchets
http://www.error-ref.com/rolled-thin-planchets/

Also the 1984 has a D Mintmark that might just give it that extra weight

 

Thank you much

 

Thank you Paddyman. You always give a good educational response. I have learned so much from CT'ers like you!

 

Sheila, For my own education, what made you weight these two particular coins?

 

I always drop the 1983 and the 1983 D to listen for a different tones. I heard a slightly different tone with the 1983 D.

 

Thank you Sheila.

 

Your hearing must be amazing!
I'm deaf in my left ear so it would not work for me

 

The tolerance is actually 0.13g by law, so your cents are just on the heavy side of okay.

 

I have a problem with my ears with high pitch noise. It is hereditary. That is why I can hear and the difference so well. Hi pitch noise physically hurts me. My sister and niece also have the same problem. It only runs in immediate family members. I don't remember what it is called and it is a very long word.

 

You're very welcome!

 

Hyperacusis?

 

Sounds right. Thank you.