Die Varieties of the 1866 Penny

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 0.95 mm.
- The sixes are in alignment.
- A die crack is visible on the truncation.
Obverse 1S:
- Similar to type 1, but with striations.
Obverse 2:
- The spacing between the sixes in the date is 0.88 mm.
- The digits have been repunched.
Obverse 3:
- The spacing between the sixes in the date is 0.76 mm.
Obverse 4:
- The spacing between the sixes in the date is 0.67 mm.
- Last six is in a more upright position.

Reverse A:
- No die crack present.
Reverse B:
- A strong die crack is visible.

	The spacing is measured between the sixes. The alignment is measured with respect to the first six in the date.

Obverse Dies: The Date

Large Spacing
Die crack

Repunched Digits

Nominal Spacing

Upright 6

Reverse Dies: The Die Crack
Normal

Die crack

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