1944-D Doubled Die Obverse WDDO-013

Description

The return from steel to brass in 1944 marked a pivotal moment for the Lincoln Cent, and collectors assembling variety sets of this transitional composition find no shortage of material from the Denver Mint. WDDO-013 extends the doubled die obverse catalog to thirteen varieties for the 1944-D issue. Each represents a working die that received a slightly misaligned hub impression, creating permanent doubling that distinguishes it from every other die used that year. The shell case alloy — derived from recycled military brass — performed well in the coining press, producing coins with sharp design detail and good striking characteristics that facilitate variety detection. Lincoln Cent variety collecting has evolved into one of the most structured specialties within American numismatics, with standardized attribution systems that enable collectors worldwide to reference, verify, and trade specific die varieties with confidence. Cataloged under Wexler Variety ID 1944-D 1¢ WDDO-013.

Attribution History

• Wexler Variety ID: 1944-D 1¢ WDDO-013
• Expert attribution by Wexler Team

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