1988 D penny possible error?

Discussion in 'Error Coins' started by ksanderson, Jan 8, 2021.

  1. ksanderson

    ksanderson Member

    Good morning yall.
    I've been looking for error coins for awhile now and I always come up short, but this time i think i might have something and would really appreciate some opinions. Also if it is a legitimate error possible value. So its a 1988 D penny and the "error" is on the top of Lincolns head. It appears that there is a divot and it also hits the W in WE. When flipped over you can see a bump. I appreciate all the help
     

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  3. Inspector43

    Inspector43 More than 75 Years Active Collecting Supporter

    Damaged. Welcome to CT.
     
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  4. SensibleSal66

    SensibleSal66 U.S Casual Collector / Error Collector

    Welcome to Coin Talk ! ;)
    Pics are too small. Edit crop and enlarge next time . Thanks . :)
     
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  5. ksanderson

    ksanderson Member

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  6. SensibleSal66

    SensibleSal66 U.S Casual Collector / Error Collector

    Yea , I agree with the "coin guru" @Inspector43 . DEF DAM or definitely damage as @paddyman98 usually says. Thanks for posting . Keep at it. Thanks for the extra pics .:)
     
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  7. Robert Ransom

    Robert Ransom Well-Known Member

    Just when you think you have a real error, someone dashes your hopes, but do not be dismayed. The next coin could be a keeper and valuable. The information offered here is second to none, in my opinion, so learn all you can and review the sites which are recommended.
    @ksanderson Welcome aboard The CT Train. I hope you enjoy the ride and we look forward to your next threads.
     
  8. cpm9ball

    cpm9ball CANNOT RE-MEMBER

    Welcome to the neighborhood @ksanderson !

    If this had been a true error, you would not see the "bump" on the reverse because the reverse die would have prevented it from happening. It's just PMD!
     
  9. charley

    charley Well-Known Member

    the fingers are clean and healthy and do not need an acetone treatment, and no visible damage. i am assuming the reverse is the same, though.

    the coin? spend it, if there is anything that can still be bought for 1 cent, other than another 1 cent (which may be a good idea if collecting).
     
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  11. Mr.Q

    Mr.Q Well-Known Member

    Welcome to CT. PMD for sure, keep searching it's exciting and fun at the same time. Success is just ahead, thanks for the post.
     
  12. Spark1951

    Spark1951 Accomplishment, not Activity

    Die deterioration, weak strike, wear...and then it was damaged.

    Can’t see the designers’ initials very well, but if they have serifs you have a Reverse of ‘89. Unfortunately, the condition of the coin severely negates value along those lines. Keep it if it is a Rev. of ‘89, as an example. A spender otherwise...
    ...Spark
     
  13. Collecting Nut

    Collecting Nut Borderline Hoarder

    Definitely damaged
     
  14. mike estes

    mike estes Well-Known Member

    yea its damage. ive got to give credit when credits due, Great Pictures!!! welcome to CT
     
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  15. ksanderson

    ksanderson Member

    Thank you and thank you for the welcome
     
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