1982 zinc small date 1C possible DDR? 1 1

[SusanN1665]

I have a red small date 1982 zinc penny that looks like it has a DDR error. The only reference to a 1982 DDR  I can find is for a brown. I don't know how to tell if it is real or if these markings were made in some other way? Any input would be greatly appreciated. Thanks! Susan

[tj96]

Not the best pictures.  Can't tell if it's reflection.  You're looking in the right spot though.  Let's see what others say.

[Woods020]

Susan,

Red, Brown or Red/Brown are only descriptions of color. Any copper coin can be any of those. 
 

I do think you have a winner here. I see some definite split serifs. Can you show a better pic of E Pluribus Unum and One Cent? I can’t tell for sure if this is the good one or the minor one. 

[Fenntucky Mike]

Definitely not a match for 001 on VV / FS-1801 on VP(002), I don't think it's a match for VV 002 ether but could be convinced otherwise if better images are posted. 

http://www.varietyvista.com/01b LC Doubled Dies Vol 2/1982PDDR002.htm

https://www.ngccoin.com/variety-plus/united-states/cents/lincoln-cents-memorial-reverse-1959-2008/815014/

Edited March 4, 2022 by Fenntucky Mike
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[SusanN1665]

I’ve tried everything to cut the glare and still be able to see the coin, but nothing is working. I am bringing itto a friend who is a photographer, maybe she can get a better picture. Thanks for the input so far.

[tj96]

On 3/4/2022 at 7:26 AM, SusanN1665 said:

I’ve tried everything to cut the glare and still be able to see the coin, but nothing is working. I am bringing itto a friend who is a photographer, maybe she can get a better picture. Thanks for the input so far.

You have any coin dealers near you?  If you do, take it to them and see what they say.