Is this 1897 British Penny a rare High Tide version???

[Ed-D]

Is this 1897 British Penny a rare 'High Tide' version

I've searched for 'how to identify' articles and pictures, but I am not sure. So I thought I's post here and see if anyone can provide some input one way or the other.

I've read that the reverse side is what indicates one way or the other, but I have provided pictures of both sides. Also, I did the best I could in getting a clear photo of the reverse side.

Let me know...

 

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[CC-Hunter]

In have a similar one and think it is, but am no expert. I think this higher wave around 5 o'clock makes it, but would love to hear from others.

 

[CC-Hunter]

More like 3 - 4 o'clock

 

[Ed-D]

I did some additional research after I posted it. Most say the best indicator is by looking at the letter "P" in PENNY. They say in the high tide version the upright stroke in the "P" points between two of the beads on the edge. I find that more confusing than helpful. I'm a simple man, I need pictures comparing one to the other.

 

[GA_Boy]

The Veiled Head issues from 1895 to 1901 are fairly common, with two main varieties: 1mm or 2mm spacing of the trident from the P of PENNY in 1895, and a scarce 'high-tide' version of 1897 (Picture courtesy of Martin Platt). The two 1895 designs differ in other respects also, including tide height.

Marvin

 

[Ed-D]

The Veiled Head issues from 1895 to 1901 are fairly common, with two main varieties: 1mm or 2mm spacing of the trident from the P of PENNY in 1895, and a scarce 'high-tide' version of 1897 (Picture courtesy of Martin Platt). The two 1895 designs differ in other respects also, including tide height.

Marvin

Not sure what I can tell from that.