Maybe this might help spotting C&J mold chips a little easier.

Here is a scan of 3 similar looking Mint $1 chips. One is a Christy & Jones, one is a Burt Company H&C, and one is a Paulson H&C.

Which one of the 3 is a Christy. (you can tell without having to look closely for the "shiny" hats. Check out the answer below.

Joe