1997 (P) Lincoln Memorial Cent - CU-1C-1997-01 Cud

Description

Cuds are classified as major die breaks because the affected area extends to the coin's rim, distinguishing them from internal die breaks or die cracks that remain contained within the design field. The broken section of die steel, once separated, creates a permanent void in the die face that cannot be repaired — every coin subsequently struck by that die carries the cud impression until quality control personnel identify and retire the damaged die. Cataloged by Cuds on Coins under the CU-1C-1997-01 designation, this variety opens the 1997-P cud inventory and establishes the baseline for that year's documented die break record. Collectors searching for this variety should examine 1997-P cents for smooth, raised areas along the rim that lack any design detail.

Cross References

• CU-1C-1997-01

External References