1882 One Cent with defect

[Coinluver]

Hi there,

Going through my late grandpas coin collection trying to inventory and value what he has collected over the years. I came across this 1882 one cent piece with a small melt hole and a puddled dot on the opposite side. Do these defects add any value being unique or are they just considered damaged goods? Pics attached

Thanks in advance

[coinguy]

Welcome to the forum

Actually that is damage and devaluates the coin.

[Bill in Burl]

An 1882 Obv 2 is one of the most common of all the Vicky cents and, even without the hole, the wear on the coin puts it into the AG-3 range. Unfortunately, the coin is essentially worthless. Try to find one a little better and, even with a $5 bill, you'll get change. Keep the damaged "holed" one to think of your grandfather. From the photo, the "re-engraved date" I'm sure refers to an 1859.