Charlie Horning wrote:
 
I have begun a research project on the 1806 O-111b die state. There has been considerable confusion regarding the definition of the die state as well as the number of unique examples extant.
 
I would like to narrow the definition of the "b" die state to be the same as the Tompkins DS-7 in his text (2 full cuds).
 
If our members collect Draped Bust half dollars by die variety or die state, I would like to ask them to check their collections for any 1806  O-111 examples with 2 full cuds.
 
Linked below, you will see my research proposal and the request for specific information on the die state.
 
Link to proposal:  https://mcusercontent.com/74a0e3c37d154d935bdeb2daf/files/f451139f-4429-1af2-d7fc-b9345abbde74/1806_O_111b_Research_Project_2.pdf
 
If my research goes well, I plan to publish it in the JR Journal.
 
Thanks,
 
Charlie Horning    buckaroo9@ymail.com   859-912-1109