1970 Doubled Die Obverse WDDO-005

Description

Carrying dual cross-references to Coppercoins 1970P-1DO-005 and CONECA 6-O-V, WDDO-005 on the 1970 Lincoln Memorial cent is documented across three major attribution systems — a breadth of coverage reflecting its established position within the 1970-P DDO census. The CONECA Class V designation identifies this as pivoted hub doubling, the same mechanical class as WDDO-004, where the hub tilted around a contact point during the secondary impression rather than rotating around a central axis. Pivoted doubling produces variable displacement across the obverse: elements closer to the pivot show less separation while those farther away display more pronounced doubling, creating a gradient that experienced attributors use to estimate the pivot location. Among the 1970-P DDO varieties, Class V specimens represent a distinct mechanical subset — the pivoting action produces geometry differing subtly from Class I rotational doubling, helping collectors narrow their attribution search more efficiently.

Attribution History

• Discovered by Delma K. Romines Cross References: Coppercoins: 1970P-1DO-005, CONECA: 6-O-V
• Coppercoins: 1970P-1DO-005, CONECA: 6-O-V; Wexler Variety ID: 1970 1¢ WDDO-005
• Expert attribution by Wexler Team

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