1971-S Doubled Die Obverse WDDO-017

Description

The 1971-S Doubled Die Obverse WDDO-017 is a doubled die obverse (DDO) variety, where a misalignment during the die hubbing process created visible doubling on the obverse design elements. This variety was discovered on the 1971 (S) Proof Jefferson Nickel, part of the Jefferson Nickels Original Design 1938-2003 series. Die markers: Obverse: Strong die gouge from upper right portion of E of WE to rim; several diagonal die scratches on front of Jefferson's coat between neck and rim.  Mintmark is a RPM - S/S South showing on upper loop. Reverse: The reverse is a doubled die listed as 1971-S Pr 5c WDDR-019.

Die Markers

• Obverse: Strong die gouge from upper right portion of E of WE to rim; several diagonal die scratches on front of Jefferson's coat between neck and rim.  Mintmark is a RPM - S/S South showing on upper loop.
• Reverse: The reverse is a doubled die listed as 1971-S Pr 5c WDDR-019.

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