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<p>[QUOTE=&quot;Conder101, post: 989213, member: 66&quot;]As Mark mentioned you are starting on the toughest series of large cents for attributing.&nbsp; I find that I don&#039;t try to use all the reference numbers.&nbsp; For the petite heads&nbsp; concentrate on the first three numbers, the fourth one to me is rater subjective.&nbsp; For the Mature heads concentrate on numbers 1, 2, and 5.&nbsp; For the 1850&#039;s number 4 is also useful.&nbsp; If one of the numbers is clearly a given reference point concentrate on those varieties first and see if the other numbers fit or are a close fit.&nbsp; Remember that the positions can vary a little due to die wear or polishing.</p><p><br /></p><p>If you think you have it narrowed down to a couple of possibilities make sure you read the die state information because it will tell you which features may disappear as the die ages, and what features may appear or become stronger.&nbsp; The feature you are looking for and can&#039;t find may have worn off the die.&nbsp; A lot of the points and lines are very fine or faint.&nbsp; fortunately you are working with beter qality coins which will make i easier.&nbsp; Oh and as Bob says of there is dirt or grime around he stars. letters, design etc you may have to use some acetone to to remove the &quot;stuff&quot; in order to be able to see the fine points and lines.[/QUOTE]</p><p><br /></p>

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