I've had this coin since, ironically, about 2007 after I got into coin collection. Never thought much of it, but was just looking for more information/pricing/story of a diecap error. (Sorry for massive images and my 40 dollar phone camera quality)
Sorry.. but your Cent looks damaged PSD - Post Strike Damage It's Copper Plated Zinc. Some of the Copper is worn away exposing the Zinc. This is not a Die Cap Mint Error Worth - 1C
I want to share this webpage with you - http://jimscoins.com/error_coin_examples.php Scroll down until you get to a Die Cap example