SKH-1c-1960D-04(LD) (LD) Spiked Head

Description

Cataloged as SKH-1c-1960D-04(LD) by CudsOnCoins with a documentation date of November 24, 2023, and no additional cross-reference, this spiked head variety was discovered on the 1960-D Lincoln Memorial Cent. Obverse die cracks indicated by black arrows in the CudsOnCoins reference photographs provide additional diagnostics beyond the spiked head itself. The presence of multiple die cracks on the obverse suggests the die was in an advanced state of deterioration when these specimens were struck, with the spike-forming crack being just one component of a broader pattern of die failure. Spiked heads occur when a crack extending from Lincoln's head fills with metal during the striking process, and the accompanying die cracks documented with black arrows help confirm this specific die among the many 1960-D working dies that Denver employed. The relatively recent documentation date of November 2023 indicates that new spiked head discoveries continue to be cataloged on this heavily produced issue. Collectors should examine both the spike and the associated obverse die cracks to fully attribute their specimens.

Attribution History

• Discovered by Louis A
• Cross reference: none. 11/24/2023.
• Expert attribution by Cuds on Coins

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