1969 (S) Proof Lincoln Memorial Cent - Doubled Die Reverse WDDR-002

Description

Cataloged as WDDR-002 for the 1969-S Lincoln cent and specifically identified as a proof variety (Wexler Variety ID: 1969-S 1¢ Pr WDDR-002), this doubled die reverse originates from the proof die production at the San Francisco Mint. The doubling shows at an angle on the floor below the Lincoln statue within the Memorial building — an area of fine detail that proof striking preserves with exceptional clarity, making even subtle hub doubling detectable. This variety has been cross-referenced to CONECA 4-R-VIII, indicating it is the fourth reverse variety cataloged for this date with Class VIII characteristics. Die markers span both sides of the coin: on the obverse, a light die scratch runs SSW from the bottom of the first 9 in the date; on the reverse, light die scratches run horizontally from above the E of ONE to above the C of CENT, while no other significant reverse markers have been noted beyond the doubling itself. The variety was submitted by Greg Bowyer.

Die Markers

• Obverse: A light die scratch runs SSW from the bottom of the first 9 in the date. Reverse: None significant.

Cross References

• None known; Wexler Variety ID: 1969-S 1¢ Pr WDDR-002

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