1925-S Repunched Mintmark RPM-002
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Description
An S/S East variety from the San Francisco Mint, this VarietyVista-documented 1925-S Buffalo Nickel is the second cataloged RPM for the date and awaits specimen submission for new color, high-magnification digital photographs. Die markers UVC-068 / DMR-003 track three stages: Stage A at EDS (unconfirmed); Stage B at MDS (unconfirmed); Stage C with a die chip in the upper loop of the mintmark at LDS and obverse at LDS. The die chip forming within the S mintmark itself is a distinctive late-stage marker that directly involves the area of primary diagnostic interest. James Earle Fraser's design was struck in 75% copper and 25% nickel at 5.0 grams and 21.21 mm. The eastward displacement indicates the initial S was placed slightly west of the intended position before the corrective second punch.
Die Markers
- UVC-068
- DMR-003
- Stage A:
- EDS (unconfirmed)
- Stage B:
- MDS (unconfirmed)
- Stage C:
- Die chip in upper loop of mintmark – LDS
- Obverse is LDS
Attribution History
- Discovered by Lloyd Hanson
- Expert attribution by VarietyVista
External References
Additional Notes
S/S East. I need to see a specimen for new color, high-magnification, digital photographs.
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