1930 Doubled Die Reverse WDDR-003

Description

Cataloged under multiple attribution systems, this 1930 Buffalo Nickel doubled die reverse shows a Class IV spread to the west on the E, the PLURI in PLURIBUS, and the UN in UNUM, with additional doubling visible on the back of the left rear leg of the bison. Wexler Variety ID: 1930 5c WDDR-003. Cross-referenced as CONECA 3-R-IV and Cherrypickers FS-05-1930-803 (017.4). Class IV doubling results from a rotated or tilted secondary hub impression, producing spread that follows a consistent directional pattern across multiple design elements — in this case, the westward displacement visible on the reverse lettering and the bison's leg confirms a uniform shift rather than localized die damage. The multiple cross-references spanning CONECA, Cherry Pickers' Guide, and the Wexler catalog demonstrate broad recognition of this variety across major attribution frameworks. No specific die markers have been noted on either the obverse or reverse beyond the doubling itself. Philadelphia Mint, struck on 75% copper and 25% nickel planchets during the final decade of the Buffalo Nickel series.

Attribution History

• Discovered by Brian Raines Cross References: CONECA: 3-R-IV, Cherrypickers: FS-05-1930-803 (017.4)
• CONECA: 3-R-IV, Cherrypickers: FS-05-1930-803 (017.4); Wexler Variety ID: 1930 5¢ WDDR-003
• Expert attribution by Wexler Team

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