Another new 1916 Variety...

Bob P · Site Admin

Hi Folks...Thought I would share my newest discovery with you. First...A little background. Prior to a couple of months ago, there had never been any varieties reported for 1916 cents. I discovered the possible 1916S triple repunched mintmark that was featured in the June 21st edition of the Numismatic News. That variety (1916S-1MM-001) can be seen here:

http://www.coppercoins.com/lincoln/diestate.php?date=1916&die_id=1916s1mm001&die_state=mds

Today, I discovered another variety for 1916. This time it is a P mint class 6 reverse. It is also on the site now and can be seen here:

http://www.coppercoins.com/lincoln/diestate.php?date=1916&die_id=1916p1dr001&die_state=mds

As always, it is too bad the coins weren't in better shape. Once again, I remind everyone that new varieties can be found ...even on coins that are 89 years old. Good luck with your searching.

If anyone is able to find a better example of either of those varieties, I would love to put the pics of the better coin on the site, and possibly find markers for them. Please email me and let me know...OK??

ddorpm · Advanced Member

Congratulations Bob on another terrific discovery! Looks like 1916 is your year!!!! Cool

Billy

Gabe · Senior Member

Very cool finds Bob! Ill keep my eye out for those.

JRocco · Veteran Member

Very cool Bob, Hey, while I pulled out some 16's to look at, I came across this 16D (a little beat up) with some "noise" to the SE of the D, here are some quick pics that I hope show a little of what I mean- Should I try to get some better views or does this just look like 90 year old contact marks?

http://forums.collectors.com/include/uploadbox/viewfile.cfm?files=16ddd%2Ejpg

Bob P · Site Admin

If you could get a pic that is a little closer to the mintmark area, I could tell a little bit more. Right now, It looks like a contact mark of some sort. I think a close-up will help me make a better determination for you.

coop · Expert Member

Or it may be a die gouges or a extremely worn die.
http://image.inkfrog.com/pix/coop49/1913_S.jpg
In looking at the image look at the S. You might think it is a RPM, but look at the 19 in the Date. The die is just worn out.
Check Page # 54 in the "Looking through Lincoln Cents" book for a good explination on what is happening with that die.