1982 small date copper penny.

[Marked coin]

Does anyone know more about 1982 copper pennies?

 

[Conder101]

Yes, do you have questions?

Here's a brief run down, they weigh 3.1 g with a tolerance range weight of +/-.13 g. They were made in both Philadelphia and Denver. They exist in both large and small dates from both mints. The Philadelphia large and small dates are common, the Denver large date is common. The rarity is the Denver small date with so far one piece known. The easiest way to tell the small date and large date apart is to look at the shape of the 2 and its distance from the rim.

[Just Bob]

4 hours ago, Conder101 said:

 

 a tolerance range weight of +/-.13 g.

Was this standard for all US coins?

[Conder101]

No, its standard for Lincoln cents and bronze Indian head cents. Other series have different tolerance ranges. If you'd like a listing of the different specifications and tolerances send me a private message with your email address and I'll send you a PDF file.

[Marked coin]

Thanks for the info. Very helpful you all.

[Just Bob]

On Saturday, March 24, 2018 at 7:00 AM, Conder101 said:

No, its standard for Lincoln cents and bronze Indian head cents. Other series have different tolerance ranges. If you'd like a listing of the different specifications and tolerances send me a private message with your email address and I'll send you a PDF file.

And, true to his word, he sent a very informative file of stats and tolerances. Thanks, Conder101. 

OK, I  have answers. Anyone have questions?