1945-D Doubled Die Obverse DDO-002

Description

Distributing light spread across the date, designer's initials, RTY of LIBERTY, and the wing feather tips, the 1945-D Mercury Dime DDO-002 affects both inscriptions and sculptural elements on Adolph Weinman's obverse. Cross-referenced under CONECA designation 2-O-II-C, identifying this as the second cataloged obverse variety of Class II distorted hub doubling, sub-class C. Class II doubling originates from hub tilt during die creation, producing distortion that varies in intensity across the die surface. The wing feather tips on Liberty's cap provide an unusual diagnostic location — most doubled die attributions focus on lettering and numerals, making the feather tip spread a distinctive checkpoint. Die markers UVC-223 and DMR-011 confirm the working die. This Denver Mint regular strike was produced during the final year of Mercury Dime production in 90% silver at 2.5 grams. After 1945, the series gave way to John R. Sinnock's Roosevelt Dime in 1946. Begin with the date and RTY of LIBERTY for the most accessible spread, then trace the subtler doubling on the wing feather tips.

Die Markers

• UVC-223, DMR-011

Attribution History

• 2-O-II-C

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