1961 Doubled Die Obverse WDDO-008

Description

The 1961 Doubled Die Obverse WDDO-008 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 1961 Proof Jefferson Nickel, part of the Jefferson Nickels Original Design 1938-2003 series. Die markers: Obverse: Die scratch on front lower portion of Jefferson's collar; die gouge between upper portions of S and second T of TRUST. Reverse: Die dot above L of PLURIBUS.

Die Markers

• Obverse: Die scratch on front lower portion of Jefferson's collar; die gouge between upper portions of S and second T of TRUST.
• Reverse: Die dot above L of PLURIBUS.

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