1956-D Doubled Die Obverse WDDO-025

Description

A quality loupe or stereo microscope is the variety collector's most essential tool, and the identification of minor doubled die varieties on 1950s Lincoln Cents illustrates precisely why. Many of the hub-doubled dies from Denver's massive mid-decade production runs exhibit subtle doubling that is invisible to the unaided eye but becomes apparent under 7x to 20x magnification. The fine serifs of IN GOD WE TRUST, the vertical strokes of LIBERTY, and the curved numerals of the date all serve as diagnostic areas where secondary hub impressions can be detected by a trained examiner. WDDO-025 is the twenty-fifth doubled die obverse cataloged for the 1956-D cent, a variety number that reflects both the prolific die production at Denver and the meticulous search effort invested by attributors. Proper lighting — angled illumination that casts micro-shadows along raised design elements — is equally important for revealing the telltale separation between doubled impressions. Cataloged under Wexler Variety ID 1956-D 1¢ WDDO-025.

Attribution History

• Wexler Variety ID: 1956-D 1¢ WDDO-025
• Expert attribution by Wexler Team

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