1963 Doubled Die Reverse WDDR-008

Description

Among the stronger proof Washington Quarter doubled dies, this 1963 WDDR-008 exhibits strong spread with some separation lines visible on QUARTER DOLLAR, USA, E PLURIBUS UNUM, the branches, leaves, and the bottom of the tail feathers. The breadth of affected elements across the reverse makes this a variety with multiple confirmation points. Die markers include a die gouge on the upper L in PLURIBUS and a curving die gouge on the eagle's inner right wing. Cataloged under Wexler Variety ID 1963 25¢ Pr WDDR-008, this proof variety was struck at Philadelphia for collector proof sets during one of the final years of the ninety-percent silver composition Washington Quarter. The separation lines — where secondary images create distinct raised ridges alongside the primary design — indicate a notable degree of hub displacement. Proof dies from this era received careful preparation, so the presence of strong doubling with visible separation lines suggests the hubbing misalignment went undetected during quality checks before the die entered service.

Attribution History

• Discovered by John A. Wexler Cross References: None known
• None known; Wexler Variety ID: 1963 25¢ Pr WDDR-008
• Expert attribution by Wexler Team

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