1937 P Clash?

[Rhubarb]

This is a 1937 P. Is this a clash? The picture is on the jacket of lincoln. The reason it intrigues me is it also has MD to the south inside what ever caused this. What could this be? Thanks.

David

[diamond]

Although I can't entirely exclude a strike-through error, it's most likely a contact mark.

[Rhubarb]

Although I can't entirely exclude a strike-through error, it's most likely a contact mark.

Thanks Mike. What type of contact would leave a mark like this? I befuddled as to what caused this.

[diamond]

The source of most contact marks -- even ones with a distinct shape -- remains elusive.

[Rhubarb]

The source of most contact marks -- even ones with a distinct shape -- remains elusive.

Thanks Mike. I must admit it looks like the denticles of the Indian Head Penny. I know this is impossible.

[wavysteps]

I have seen this mark countless times, even on modern Lincoln cents. As to the exact cause, I have no idea.

BJ Neff

[Rhubarb]

I have seen this mark countless times, even on modern Lincoln cents. As to the exact cause, I have no idea.

BJ Neff

In conclusion: It must be part of the Minting Process. Unkown cause.

Evidently it is a part of the process that hasn't been corrected for many years. Thank's Mike, BJ. What do I do with it now?

[mustbebob]

Rhubarb,
I disagree that it is part of the minting process. I was told years ago that these marks are the result of rolling machine damage. That could explain why the same type of markings have been found on all denominations.

[russellhome]

I've seen similar marks on modern state quarters all the time. I assumed they were contact marks with the reeded edge of other coins. So perhaps the 1937 1c is the same thing - some kid dumping out their piggy bank with mixed coinage or similar situation where mixed denominations of coins are dropped and bang together