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1938 Doubled Die Obverse WDDO-001

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1938 Doubled Die Obverse WDDO-001
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Verified LegacyDoubled Die Obverse
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Discovery Date
1938
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Description

The 1938 Doubled Die Obverse WDDO-001 is a doubled die obverse (DDO) variety, where a misalignment during the die hubbing process created visible doubling on the obverse design elements. This variety was discovered on the 1938 Jefferson Nickel, part of the Jefferson Nickels Original Design 1938-2003 series. Die markers: Obverse: Strong horizontal die gouge through upper RT of LIBERTY; light die cracks west from upper left and lower left of L of LIBERTY. Reverse: Listed as 1938 5c WDDR-001.

Die Markers

  • Obverse: Strong horizontal die gouge through upper RT of LIBERTY; light die cracks west from upper left and lower left of L of LIBERTY.
  • Reverse: Listed as 1938 5c WDDR-001.

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Last updated: June 20, 2026