Happy Sunday! I was going through some wheat cents today because sometimes it’s just fun to hunt! I came across this penny which, looks to me, to be a 1922 “weak D” in AG3-G4 grade. But, as I’m new to the grading scene and don’t have much experience with Lincoln variants, I was hoping some of the more seasoned experts would chime in. Thanks! PS—learning about grading photography, too, any tips greatly appreciated...
The OP’s coin appears to have the characteristics of Die pair #1 Die Pair #1: • The easiest way to classify Die Pair #1 is the Jogging Die Crack running from L in Pluribus through O in One. However, this die crack is not always present. Also, be aware that there exists a 1922 D variety with a straight die crack in the same location. • The second 2 in date is weaker than the first 2. • The first T in Trust is more distinct than the other letters. Furthermore, the T, U, and T in TRUST are stronger than the R and S. • WE is very mushy. • Reverse is very weak, usually with no lines in the wheat ears. • Mintmark ranges from Weak to No D. 1st coin is OP’s Just what I see, Reed.
