1921-P 2 Feather Variety?

[dw171]

I pulled this nickel out of a dealer's stock the other day. I think it might be the 2 feather variety, but I wanted some opinions. I don't have any 2 feather variety nickels so I don't have anything in hand to base it on. Thanks

 

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[enamel7]

Not sure what you're asking. I know of no different varieties relating to the feathers.

 

[dw171]

Yes some of the early buffalo nickels have 2 feather varieties. Notice the lower feather, there should be a small feather below it. Here's PCGS 2 Feather PcgsCoinFacts.com : Your Online Reference for U.S. Coins and the normal version PcgsCoinFacts.com : Your Online Reference for U.S. Coins. Its a decent price difference so that's why I'm asking.

 

[blindbug]

I do not believe this is a 2-feather variety. If you look closely, you can see the miniscule outline of where the 3rd feather is (especially in the last photo). Also notice that the crook of the neck (where it meets the hairline) is much more pronounced on the 'regular strike' variety, which matches what I see with your coin. Standing back on the 2-feather variety, that crook looks almost like a straight line.

That being said, I would encourage you to get additional feedback from others here.

 

[dw171]

So for it to be considered 2 feathers there has to be absolutely no evidence of any feather there? With this coin being so dark its much harder for me to tell.

 

[blindbug]

So for it to be considered 2 feathers there has to be absolutely no evidence of any feather there?

That, my friend, is a great question. Unfortunately, I am not knowledgable enough to answer it! Hopefully someone else can chime in on the subject!

 

[Mackaydon]

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