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Message:: [QUOTE="JCro57, post: 3241491, member: 92083"]I believe if it is overpolished it is technically a "die stage," which is neither an "Error" (a mishap during the striking process ike an off-center, or a problem with the metal like the wrong kind or laminations), nor a "Variety" (an accidental flaw on the die itself like hub doubling, or something like an overdate, which in some cases have both been accidental and on purpose. Also things like large/small dates and repunched mintmarks). With varieties, the die itself has the flaw/modification even before one coin is struck and then transfers that modification on to coins. A die stage is when the die started out in good physical condition, then developed a flaw like a die crack, overpolishing (like the 1937-D 3 Legged nickel), etc. Thus, yours is a "die stage." Not to be confused with "die state" which reflects the level of wear on a die (early, mid, or late); and don't confuse this with its level of wear from circulation. If a coin has a very full and pronounced rim but the details are soft, it could be a late die state.[/QUOTE]