Characteristics are described with a degree of granularity intended for die identification more so than for die classification. A characteristic may not span the entire die progression. Thus, not all characteristics may be present in any one coin.
Date set at the Near position. 1 is doubled strongly at bottom of upper crossbar. Bottom crossbar is slightly doubled at bottom right and top left and right. First 0 is doubled slightly at top right outside. Second 0 is tripled slightly at top left and right outside and is doubled all across top outside. Open 9 variety.
Dense polish lines in the LIBERTY banner. Good PUP is the long polish line thru the BE.
Dense polish lines in/around the cotton bolls/leaves. Good PUP is the long polish line to the left side of the left cotton boll.
Two thick polish lines/gouges inside the ear opening.
Weak clash line at Liberty's neck.
Small die chip and threadlike impression in front of Liberty's eye.
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