Trail ????

[Keith]

Not sure if this is considered a trail or not. What do you guys think?

[Steven]

Looks to be master die doubling on the 4s

[mustbebob]

I agree with Steven. You will see this on many, many 1944 coins.

[jfines69]

I agree with the pros of course... Very nice pic!!!

[Keith]

Thanks guys - and I appreciate the compliment on the picture. Been investing in some equipment to make them better

[Steven]

I just read this. Interesting. http://www.error-ref.com/retouching_the_44_on_the_lincoln_cent/

[trails]

Mike and I discussed this doubling and agreed that it was from an engraving slip. You must remember that the engraver works on a master die which is just the size of a cent. It takes enormous skill to engrave two backward, small digits.

BJ Neff