1922 Peace Dollar - VAM-1M

Description

Discovered by David Close, the 1922-P Peace Dollar VAM-1M "Die Scratch 9" is classified as B1a with an I-2 interest rating and R-5 rarity, placing the estimated population at just 13 to 30 confirmed specimens. The defining diagnostic is a thin die scratch positioned to the left of the numeral 9 in the date, extending upward to reach the E in WE of IN GOD WE TRVST — the Latin spelling distinctive to Anthony de Francisci's Peace Dollar design. This Obverse II1 type die scratch is a fine incuse line on the die surface that transferred as a raised mark on struck coins, traceable along its path from the date area to the motto. Struck in 90% silver at 26.73 grams on 38.1mm planchets, this variety rewards careful examination of the area between the 9 and the WE inscription under moderate magnification to trace the full extent of the scratch.

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