1962 Doubled Die Obverse WDDO-001

Description

Extreme extra thickness on IN GOD WE TRUST, LIBERTY, the date, the designer's initials, and the lower queue distinguishes WDDO-001 as the primary doubled die obverse for the 1962 Washington Quarter. Struck in 90% silver, this variety is cross-referenced as CONECA 4-O-VI and Cherrypickers FS-25-1962-101, establishing recognition across three major attribution systems. The extra thickness across five obverse zones indicates substantial hub displacement affecting elements from the motto through the legend, date, monogram, and the gathered ponytail of Washington's hair. A die crack across the base of the bust provides a supplementary marker independent of the doubling. The Cherrypickers FS-25-1962-101 listing confirms guide-book recognition alongside the CONECA and Wexler attributions. Cataloged under Wexler Variety ID 1962 25¢ WDDO-001, the multi-zone extra thickness spanning the full obverse makes it accessible even at moderate magnification. The 1962 Washington Quarter belongs to the final years of 90% silver quarter production before the Coinage Act of 1965, and triple-system recognition confirms this as the pre-eminent doubled die obverse for the date.

Attribution History

• Discovered by Frank Baumann Cross References: CONECA: 4-O-VI, Cherrypickers: FS-25-1962-101
• CONECA: 4-O-VI, Cherrypickers: FS-25-1962-101; Wexler Variety ID: 1962 25¢ WDDO-001
• Expert attribution by Wexler Team

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