1937 Doubled Die Reverse WDDR-006

Description

Cross-referenced as CONECA 2-R-VI and Coppercoins 1937P-1DR-005, the 1937 Lincoln Wheat Cent WDDR-006 exhibits very strong Class VI extra thickness on the wheat ears and stems, OF AMERICA, E PLURIBUS UNUM, and the dots. The very strong designation indicates doubling that is readily visible under moderate magnification, with the extra thickness affecting multiple reverse design elements simultaneously. Class VI varieties arise from distorted dies and produce a characteristic thickening effect rather than the separated image seen in other doubling classes. The triple cross-referencing across the Wexler, CONECA, and Coppercoins catalog systems confirms this variety's well-established status. The wheat ears and stems provide the most accessible diagnostic area, as the fine parallel lines of the design amplify the visual impact of extra thickness. Die Markers: Obverse: A die scratch runs from SW to NE through the upper 1 in the date. Numerous circular die scratches run in the field behind the neck, on the upper neck and shoulder, as well as to the right of the neck, chin, and lips. Reverse: A short die scratch runs NE from the bottom right of the E in STATES.

Attribution History

• Discovered by Geoffrey Fults Cross References: CONECA: 2-R-VI, Coppercoins: 1937P-1DR-005
• CONECA: 2-R-VI, Coppercoins: 1937P-1DR-005; Wexler Variety ID: 1937 1¢ WDDR-006
• Expert attribution by Wexler Team

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