Portrait 2, Narrow Date, Small "96"
1896 Newfoundland 20 Cents · Victoria
This next variety is distinguished by the Older Portrait 2 effigy of Queen Victoria, which is found to have a Smaller "96" in the Date, than that of the previous example. Also, the gaps between the last three numerals, are Narrower than those of the next Portrait 2, Small "96" variation. In addition, it should be noted that the "6" has been positioned farther from the Decorative Beads than it is with either of the other two varieties. Also, all of the examples that were examined with the Small "96", were only found with the Portrait 2 Obverse.
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Every coin of this variety in Barry's study, with all of its photographs. Use these to confirm a match.