1946 Doubled Die Obverse WDDO-018

Description

A strong Class V CCW spread from a pivot at about 12:00 shows on the designer’s initials, the date, and IGWT. A medium spread shows on LIBERTY. A light spread shows on the bottom edge of the bust. Die Markers: Obverse: Type I. Series of light N/S die scratches in front of the forehead. Series of N/S die scratches on the back of the nose. Die clash at the bridge of the nose. Light die clash at the upper area of the throat. Reverse: Series of heavy NNE/SSW die scratches between the upper right-hand side of the olive leaves and the upper band of the torch holder.

Attribution History

• Discovered by Joe Feld (Updated coin Ken Potter) Cross-Reference: CONECA: 8-O-V, Cherrypickers: FS-10-1946-104 Comments: This variety was previously listed as WDDO-032 but was reassigned after the discovery of the doubled obverse working hub left large “holes” in the listings.
• Wexler Variety ID: 1946 10¢ WDDO-018
• Expert attribution by Wexler Team

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