Repunched mint mark?

I think it is, but I fear it could be corrosion. What do you think?

 

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Ha ha, can't even see it. Let me try again.

 

Yea ok, nevermind. Sorry I made ya look. Its just not working.

 

Last try.

 

If you don't have a camera with a macro lens, you will need to use a microscope of some kind. Here is an example using a stereomicroscope with zoom.

Chris

 

I believe your fear is correct. Its a form of die deterioration combined with zinc rot, alot of cents from the 80's have that look.

 

Stemming from split plate doubling.

 

corrosion

 

Ohhh, nice picture. I only have a x5 magnifying glass which I took the last pic through.

 

Poomp! I guess its not very special. Im still waiting to find my most special coin. its my b-day next week, maybe on that week my luck will improve!