PART IV. Die Errors:

Die Clashes:

Mule Clash Errors:

1864 2c reverse die clashed with Indian cent obverse die

Definition: A mule die clash occurs when dies from different denominations clash together.

The reverse die that struck this 1864 2-cent piece clashed with the obverse die of an Indian Head cent some time before installation.  All mule clashes are considered to have been intentionally produced. A possible explanation for the three mule clashes found on 1857 Flying Eagle cents was provided by Rick Snow. It can be consulted HERE.

The image to the left shows the outline of Liberty’s head on the reverse of the 2 cent piece. The image to the right compares the profile of the Indian to the clash marks seen on the reverse of the 2 cent piece. It should be noted that the clash marks are in the medallic position and not in the normal coin orientation.

This example was discovered undiagnosed on eBay by John D. Call.

Images are courtesy of John D. Call,  eBay seller “capped-bust-deals.”