1965 Doubled Die Reverse DDR-001

Description

Bearing the Cherrypickers designation FS-801, this 1965 SMS Kennedy Half Dollar DDR-001 is cataloged by VarietyVista as UVC-066 and DMR-006. The 1965 Special Mint Set replaced traditional proof sets during the 1965 through 1967 transition period, producing coins that were neither standard business strikes nor proofs but carried a distinctive satin-to-brilliant finish. The obverse die is also listed as DDO-004, meaning this coin exhibits doubled die effects on both sides — a particularly desirable configuration for variety collectors seeking multi-feature coins from a single die pair. Die state documentation records the progression of both the obverse and reverse through their working lives. The FS-801 designation in the Cherrypickers' Guide marks this as a recognized and sought-after variety with established market demand, lending it significance beyond its technical interest as a hub displacement specimen. Kennedy Half Dollars struck for 1965 SMS sets used 40% silver clad composition, the first reduction from the 90% silver used in 1964. The DDR and DDO pairing on the same die pair makes this variety doubly attributable.

Die Markers

• UVC-066
• DMR-006
• Stage A:
• Reverse is EDS
• Obverse is LISTED as DDO-004 – EDS
• Stage B:
• MDS (unconfirmed)
• Stage C:
• LDS (unconfirmed)

Attribution History

• Discovered by James Wiles
• FS-801
• Expert attribution by VarietyVista

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