1985 (D) Lincoln Memorial Cent - Repunched Mintmark WRPM-021

Description

Sharing a tilted D/D displacement with WRPM-019, this variety on the 1985-D Lincoln Memorial cent is differentiated by its mint mark position — slightly further southeast — and a rich obverse die marker profile. Die scratches oriented northwest-to-southeast below the 8, a gouge behind the bust truncation, a small die dot under the first T in TRUST, and a gouge on the jacket fold southwest of the buttonhole all provide independent attribution points. A concentric ring inside the rim from the first T in TRUST clockwise to just above the date is particularly unusual — such ring-shaped features typically result from a circular tool impression during die preparation. The reverse shows weakness on the lower ES of STATES and light die scratches running west-southwest from the left Memorial base. Collectors should note this variety is also markedly similar to WRPM-024 in placement; die markers are essential for distinguishing between them.

Cross References

• None known Comments: Though markedly similar to WRPM-019, the mint mark is slightly further southeast on WRPM-021. It is also very similar in placement to WRPM-024, and markers are helpful for differentiating between the two.; Wexler Variety ID: 1985-D 1¢ WRPM-021

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