1951-D Repunched Mintmark WRPM-004
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Description
D/D South Die Markers: Obverse: Stage A: A perfectly N-S oriented die scratch runs from the field between the 1 and 9 in the date, south onto the front of Lincoln’s lapel. There is no sign of a die crack above VDB. A strong N-S oriented die scratch shows under Lincoln’s chin. A series of N-S oriented die scratches show behind Lincoln’s head and neck. Stage B: The N-S oriented die scratch on the lapel is present. A light die crack shows above the VDB initials. The die scratches behind Lincoln’s head and neck are present, but weaker. Stage C: The N-S die scratch on the front of Lincoln’s lapel is worn away. A strong die crack runs above the VDB initials. A single strong die scratch remains behind Lincoln’s head. All other Stage A and B die markers are worn away. Stage D: Die chips show on the tail and inside the upper curve of the 9 in the date. The die crack over VDB is stronger. All other previous die stage markers are worn away. Stage E: The die chips on the 9 in the date have grown extensively. The die crack over VDB is stronger. All other previous die stage markers are worn away. Reverse: Stage A: A die scratch runs south from the lower A in STATES through the C in AMERICA. A N-S oriented die scratch shows inside the opening of the E in ONE. A series of N-S oriented die scratches run through OF. Stage B: The N-S oriented die scratches through OF are still present. All other Stage A markers are still visible. Stage C: Light die scratches show at either side and below of the junction of the vertical and horizontal crossbars of the T in CENT. All Stage A and B reverse markers are worn away. Stage D: Faded NW-SE oriented die scratches run through the UN of UNITED. A series of faded die scratches run through the lower C in AMERICA. All previous die stage markers are worn away. Stage E: A faded N-S die scratch shows inside the C in CENT.
Attribution History
- CONECA RPM #4; Coppercoins: 1951D-1MM-004; Wexler Variety ID: 1951-D 1¢ WRPM-004
- Expert attribution by Wexler Team