1986-D Repunched Mintmark WRPM-006

Description

Tracked across three independent attribution systems — Wexler, CONECA (RPM #11), and Coppercoins (1986D-1MM-011) — WRPM-006 on the 1986-D Lincoln Memorial cent benefits from triple cross-referencing that confirms independent verification by multiple catalogers. The RPM #11 designation within CONECA's sequential numbering places this variety among the later additions to their 1986-D catalog, suggesting it was either discovered after the initial survey or required additional study before formal listing. Repunched mint marks from 1986 resulted from the hand-punching process at the Denver Mint, where an employee physically impressed a D punch into each working die, and corrections to misaligned initial punches created the doubled images variety collectors seek. Collectors should examine the D mint mark area under magnification for evidence of a secondary impression. Struck at Denver on copper-plated zinc planchets (97.5% zinc, 2.5% copper) at 2.5 grams and 19mm.

Attribution History

• Discovered by Brian Allen Cross References: CONECA: RPM #11; Coppercoins: 1986D-1MM-011
• CONECA: RPM #11; Coppercoins: 1986D-1MM-011; Wexler Variety ID: 1986-D 1¢ WRPM-006
• Expert attribution by Wexler Team

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