There are five die varieties for this coin consisting of five obverse types paired with two reverse dies.
The differences can be noted in the date.
One variety has a significant die crack on the reverse.
A Cromlech. Formerly near St. Helier's
From "The Channel Islands" by David Thomas Ansted & Robert Gordon Latham, 1862
1866 Penny
Obverse
Reverse
Obverse 1:
The spacing between the sixes in the date is 0.95 mm.
The sixes are in alignment.
A die crack is visible before the date.
Obverse 1S:
Similar to type 1, but with striations.
Obverse 2:
The spacing between the sixes in the date is 0.88 mm.
The digits have been repunched.
Obverse 3:
The spacing between the sixes in the date is 0.76 mm.
Obverse 4:
The spacing between the sixes in the date is 0.67 mm.
Last six is in a more upright position.
Reverse A:
No die crack present.
Reverse B:
A strong die crack is visible.
The spacing is measured between the sixes. The alignment is measured with respect to the first six in the date.
