1970 (S) Lincoln Memorial Cent - Proof Large Date - Doubled Die Obverse DDO-013

Description

DDO-013 on the 1970-S Lincoln Memorial cent carries the FS-113 (030.6) designation from the Cherry Pickers' Guide to Rare Die Varieties — the standard reference work by Bill Fivaz and J.T. Stanton that identifies varieties with established collector demand and market premiums. The FS-113 listing means this variety has been vetted, photographed, and published in one of numismatics' most widely consulted variety references, ensuring broad recognition among dealers, collectors, and third-party grading services alike. The doubling itself is described as a strong spread on LIBERTY, IN GOD WE TRUST, and the date — "strong" being the highest spread intensity designation, indicating the doubled elements are clearly visible and unmistakable under standard magnification. Cataloged under UVC-2263 and DMR-024, this is a proof coin struck from the Large Date obverse die (ODV-025), placing it within the San Francisco Mint's proof production program. The convergence of FS-113 recognition, strong doubling across three major design areas, and proof strike quality makes DDO-013 a variety that commands meaningful premiums in the marketplace. The strong spread means this variety is accessible even to collectors with modest magnification equipment — the doubling on LIBERTY and the motto should be apparent under a standard 5x to 10x loupe. Collectors should be aware that the FS number 030.6 indicates the variety's position within the Cherry Pickers' Guide organizational structure, and that both FS-113 and DDO-013 designations should be noted for accurate cross-referencing.

Die Markers

• UVC-2263; DMR-024

Cross References

• FS-113

External References