1998 Mo Mexico Silver Libertad 1oz NGC MS69 Capped or Crownded Die Chip Variety. Never saw a similar high grade key date with the capped or crownded variety caused by the die. Variety is not in the registry yet at NGC, but now labeled at PCGS as die chip. For the variety look at the eagle’s head. Eagle head looks like with a military helmet from world war II. Falls into the category of a. Not a mint error. Let me explain the difference. A mint error results from a mechanical malfunction during the coin striking process. These malfunctions can include the machine jumping, slipping, turning, or vibrating. Each error is unique and recognizable. Examples of mint errors include. Off-center strikes : When the coin is not centered properly on the die. Rotated dies : When the die is not aligned correctly. Struck-through errors : When foreign material gets struck into the coin. Double-struck coins : When a coin is struck more than once. Mint errors are technically unique to each strike. A die variety, on the other hand, involves a unique characteristic of the die itself. This characteristic is repeated exactly or progressively among multiple coin strikings. Die varieties are traceable and documented. Some well-known die variety series include VAMS, Overtons, Cherry Pickers, Snow, and Sheldon. Examples of die varieties include. Re-engravings : Changes made to the die after initial use. Over-polishings : Excessive polishing of the die. Repunched mint marks/dates : When mint marks or dates are punched into the die more than once. Die cracks : Cracks that develop on the die surface. So, in summary, a. Would be considered a. It’s fascinating how these nuances impact the world of coin collecting! Reasonable offers are welcome. You will receive the exact coin pictured.