CU-1C-1982-48 Cud

Description

Appearing on the Zinc Small Date subtype, CU-1C-1982-48 documents a cud on one of the more elusive 1982 Philadelphia configurations. The Zinc Small Date combines the post-transition copper-plated zinc planchet (2.5 grams) with the compact small date punch — a pairing that represents a specific production window during the second half of 1982. Identifying this subtype requires two independent confirmations: the weight must register at 2.5 grams (ruling out bronze), and the date numerals must exhibit the tighter spacing and slightly reduced proportions of the small date punch (ruling out the large date). Both checks are essential because neither alone is sufficient — a Zinc Large Date shares the same weight, and a Bronze Small Date shares the same date style. This two-step attribution process, routine for experienced 1982 specialists, reflects the unmatched complexity of a year that produced seven distinct cent varieties across three mints. The Cuds on Coins census number serves as the sole formal reference for this variety. Attribution by Cuds on Coins.

Attribution History

• Discovered by Keynumis on ebay
• CU-1C-1982-48
• Expert attribution by Cuds on Coins

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