1941-D Doubled Die Obverse DDO-001

Description

Listed in the Cherrypickers' Guide as FS-101/801 and cross-referenced as CONECA 1-O-V-CW from K-1, the 1941-D Mercury Dime DDO-001 is one of the more prominent doubled die varieties in the series, displaying strong spread on designer Adolph Weinman's initials, the date, IN GOD WE TRUST, and LIB of LIBERTY. This Class V clockwise pivoted doubling produces separation that intensifies with distance from the pivot point, creating readily detectable spread on multiple design elements. The die marriage is notable as a dual variety: the reverse die is also listed as DDR-001, meaning coins struck from this die pair carry both obverse and reverse doubled die attributions simultaneously. Cataloged with die markers UVC-129 and DMR-002, the strong doubling strength and Cherrypickers' listing make DDO-001 one of the most actively sought Denver Mint Mercury Dime varieties. The combination of obverse and reverse doubling from a single die pair is uncommon and adds considerable interest for variety collectors.

Die Markers

• UVC-129, DMR-002

Attribution History

• 1-O-V-CW from K-1

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