Where does this S belong on this 1953 Wheatie?

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They are both normal,The MM were hand punched so they could be a little high or low and just right.

 

Mint Marks were hand punched into the Obverse Die back then. They are located in different areas in that location. It's normal.

@potty dollar 1878
You beat me to it! Good job

 

Thanks to you both! Guy must have had a hard night

 

It's quite a small die so it's probably not that difficult to have it off by just a tad.

 

This is the Movie about MINT MARKS :

 

Somewhat centered below the date on these coins.

 

It's normal. The above posts explain about mintmarks being hand punched. Welcome to CT.

 

Aaahhh, much clearer now. I thought they must had to have a bunch of gremlins working 24/7 punching each individual coin and explains how I can find a plugged S.

Thank you!

 

Or a large clan of Oompa Loompa's.

 

It belongs below the date, to the right of the bust and to the left of the rim. Anywhere in that space is acceptable.

 

Nice short interview. Explains the process well.