1939 Doubled Die Obverse DDO-001

Description

As DDO-001 for the 1939 Philadelphia Jefferson Nickel, this variety holds the primary catalog position for obverse hub doubling on one of the earliest dates in Felix Schlag's series, which debuted in 1938. Medium extra thickness appears on IN GOD WE TRUST, LIBERTY, the star, and the date — comprehensive coverage of all major obverse inscriptions. Die markers UVC-609 and DMR-005 identify the working die, with the low DMR-005 indicating early documentation. The reverse pairs with RDV-002, the "Straight Steps" variety — a reverse die distinguished by the straighter, more geometrically uniform rendering of Monticello's front steps. This die pairing provides two-sided attribution: medium obverse extra thickness combined with the Straight Steps reverse creates a unique die marriage. The parent is specifically the 1939 "Reverse of 1940" variety, using the updated reverse design introduced during 1939 production. The 1939 Jefferson Nickel was struck in copper-nickel composition at the Philadelphia Mint. Examination should cover all four inscription groups for comprehensive attribution.

Die Markers

• UVC-609; DMR-005

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