1951-S Doubled Die Reverse DDR-007

Description

Seventh cataloged doubled die reverse for the 1951-S Franklin Half Dollar, DDR-007 presents a medium spread on the left eagle wing and bell hanger with light notches on UNUM, combining two intensities of doubling on a single die. VarietyVista assigns die markers UVC-278 and DMR-014, with three documented stages: Stage A at Early Die State (unconfirmed), Stage B at Late-Mid Die State, and Stage C at Late Die State. The reverse die variety is cataloged as RDV-001b paired with RDV-001a. The medium spread on the eagle wing and bell hanger — the metal strap from which the Liberty Bell hangs — resulted from a secondary hub impression during die preparation, while the lighter notching on UNUM suggests displacement diminished in that region. John R. Sinnock designed the Franklin Half Dollar, featuring Benjamin Franklin's portrait on the obverse and the Liberty Bell on the reverse, with a small eagle as required by law. The 1951-S was struck at San Francisco in 90% silver at 30.6mm. Examine the left eagle wing and bell hanger for medium spread, and inspect UNUM for the lighter notching that provides additional confirmation.

Die Markers

• UVC-278
• DMR-014
• Stage A:
• EDS (unconfirmed)
• Stage B:
• Reverse and Obverse are LMDS
• Stage C:
• Reverse and Obverse are LDS

Attribution History

• Discovered by Douglas McIndoe
• Expert attribution by VarietyVista

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