There are five die varieties for this coin consisting of five obverse types paired with two reverse dies.
The differences can be noted in the date. One variety has a significant die crack on the reverse.
1866 Penny
Obverse
Reverse
Obverse 1:
The spacing between the sixes in the date is 0.90 mm.
The sixes are in alignment.
On some examples, a die crack is visible before the date.
Obverse 1S:
Similar to type 1, but with striations.
Obverse 2:
The spacing between the sixes in the date is 0.90 mm.
The digits have been repunched.
Obverse 3:
The spacing between the sixes in the date is 0.70 mm.
