1982 (P) Jefferson Nickel - CU-5c-1982P-03 Cud

Description

Third documented cud for the 1982 Philadelphia Mint Jefferson Nickel, CU-5c-1982P-03 cross-references as JNC-82P-2B in the Jefferson Nickel Cud census. The JNC designation places this at census position 2, die stage B — meaning this is the second tracked stage of the rim fracture at this particular location on the die. A cud develops when a piece of the die at the coin's edge fractures and falls away completely, leaving a void that fills with metal during striking to produce a smooth, raised mass. The 1982 date holds a unique place in American numismatic history as the year the cent transitioned from copper to zinc-plated composition, though the nickel's copper-nickel alloy remained unchanged. Philadelphia Mint nickels of the early 1980s were produced in large quantities — the 1982-P saw substantial output that consumed many die pairs over the course of the year. Three documented cuds for a single date and mint indicates a meaningful sample size for studying rim fracture occurrence in this era of Jefferson Nickel production. Cataloged by Cuds on Coins.

Cross References

• Cross reference number: JNC-82P-2B.

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