First silvers & better picture of yesterdays Indian

I posted a better picture of my Indian from yesterday. I was hoping to get an explanation of the bold 187 & weak 2 on the date. I am guessing something got on the die but would like other peoples opinion or confirmation this happened on other 1872 coins. Either way any help appreciated, Went back today and had a very good hunt. I found a silver spill with a well wore Barber Dime and Merc. as well as a Rosie. Trifecta for first silver was a nice bonus. Also got 9 wheats and a Buffalo. By mid week we should be pretty well snow free in my area. Wisconsin Digger

My guess is grease got into the 2 and blocked the die from fully stamping the date onto the planchet. I knew it wouldn't be long before we saw silver from you!

Congrats on the trifecta! The 1868 Indians have a weak "N" in ONE on the back. I have a few of them and each has a weak "n". I wonder if the 1872 Indian normally has a weak 2 or if yours is rare?

Thx for the explanations. It's so odd looking. Thx guys WD

Awesome dime trifecta and wonderful 1872 Indian Head Cent! That is one of the dates I've yet to find.

I agree that it looks like a "filled die" error on the Indian, because otherwise it doesn't show much wear. Great find! :clapping:

:congrats:

That IHP is pretty cool! Silvers aren't bad either !

Congrats on the first silver! Good luck on the hunt for more!

Thx, it looks like the season is here as most all the snow is gone. Hope to get upnorth in the next couple of weeks. WD