1947-S Doubled Die Obverse WDDO-001

Description

The 1947-S Doubled Die Obverse WDDO-001 is a doubled die obverse (DDO) variety, where a misalignment during the die hubbing process created visible doubling on the obverse design elements. This variety was discovered on the 1947 (S) Jefferson Nickel, part of the Jefferson Nickels Original Design 1938-2003 series. Die markers: Obverse: Series of slanted die scratches below date; long die scratch along front edge of Jefferson's nose. Reverse: Die scratches in and above right arch; two strong die scratches above right porch.

Die Markers

• Obverse: Series of slanted die scratches below date; long die scratch along front edge of Jefferson's nose.
• Reverse: Die scratches in and above right arch; two strong die scratches above right porch.

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