1960-D Atypical Die Clash ADC-1c-1960D(SD)-05

Description

Cataloged by MadDieClashes, this fifth documented atypical die clash on a 1960-D Small Date Lincoln Memorial Cent shows clash marks from the Memorial building roof line extending through the 1 digit and bottom of the letters ME in AMERICA continuing through the mint mark. The clash pattern earned a rating of 4 5 / 2, reflecting the severity and visibility of the transferred design elements. An overlay analysis shows a magnified view of the clash area and the relative die position that created the transferred impressions. Unlike a typical die clash where design elements transfer in predictable locations, an atypical die clash occurs when the dies strike each other at an unusual angle or with abnormal alignment, producing clash marks in unexpected positions. The 1960-D Small Date is one of the most studied Lincoln Cent dates due to the famous Small Date versus Large Date distinction in the numeral punches used that year, making it a prime target for variety researchers. The Lincoln Memorial reverse, designed by Frank Gasparro, had debuted just one year earlier in 1959, and the building's architectural detail provided ample design elements to appear as transferred clash marks.

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