1993 Lincoln Cent

[DC822-migration]

I have a 1993 Lincoln Cent that it quite odd looking. First, it has almost a "grain" texture to it, and is darker than any I have seen for that era. Secondly, there are very small raised "bumps" around Lincoln's head and above the "In God We Trust", and on the reverse around the memorial. The "93" on the obverse is a bit worn, as well as the "LIB" in liberty, yet no other areas are. I'll try to post some pictures asap. Anyone have an idea so far?

 

Thanks

[James_OldeTowne]

First of all, Welcome to our friendly little neighborhood!

 

It sounds like a problem with the outer copper layer not adhering properly to the zinc planchet. Tiny bubbles of air trapped between the two layers have expanded, causing the bumps you describe. This is a "mint error", but a very common one.

[Conder101]

It sounds to me possibly like a Zincoln that has had it's copper layer removed they often have a dull or dark gray color and a pimply grainy surface.

[halfpint]

First of all, Welcome to our friendly little neighborhood!

 

It sounds like a problem with the outer copper layer not adhering properly to the zinc planchet. Tiny bubbles of air trapped between the two layers have expanded, causing the bumps you describe. This is a "mint error", but a very common one.

 

 

 

.........i agree.

[halfpint]

 

 

 

....i'm hoping the 2009's are better quality.

 

HEH! a guy can dream, can't he?

[DC822-migration]

Thanks for help. First time I've come across this type of error.

 

 

[Conder101]

We haven't determined for sure that it IS an error. In fact so far it is either just poor quality normal coin or an altered coin.