SKH-1c-1950-15 Spiked Head

Description

Fifteenth cataloged spiked head for the 1950 Philadelphia Wheat Cent, SKH-1c-1950-15 carries Cohen Index 50-91A — the highest Cohen number among the 1950 entries in this batch, suggesting a die documented later in the cataloging process or bearing characteristics placing it further in Cohen's sequence. The substantial jump from Cohen 50-58A (entry 12) to 50-91A indicates numerous other die varieties cataloged between these spiked head entries within Cohen's broader framework. Fifteen spiked heads attributed to a single date-mint demonstrates the depth of die variety research on postwar Wheat Cents, when Philadelphia's annual production volumes created ample material for variety hunters. The "A" suffix appears on all four 1950 spiked heads in this batch, suggesting a consistent classification pattern within the Cohen system for this date. A spiked head's raised projection near Lincoln's portrait makes it one of the most visually intuitive varieties for collectors at any level. Philadelphia Mint, bronze composition, 95% copper. Cataloged and verified by Cuds on Coins.

Attribution History

• Discovered by Earl M
• Cross reference number: Cohen Index 50-91A. 12/20/2016.
• Expert attribution by Cuds on Coins

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