1976-S Doubled Die Obverse WDDO-002

Description

Cataloged as WDDO-002 in the Wexler system, this doubled die obverse variety appears on the 1976-S Proof Silver Kennedy Half Dollar, one of the Bicentennial coins struck in the 40% silver composition exclusively for collector sets. The Bicentennial design, featuring the dual date 1776-1976 on the obverse and the Independence Hall reverse by Seth Huntington, was produced across three denominations to celebrate the nation's 200th anniversary. A misalignment during the die hubbing process created visible doubling on the obverse design elements of this particular die. The 40% silver proof Bicentennial halves were issued in special three-piece sets alongside the quarter and dollar, all bearing the S mintmark of the San Francisco Mint. Because these silver proofs were sold directly to collectors rather than released into circulation, surviving examples tend to be well-preserved, which aids in detecting the doubled die characteristics. This variety remains a compelling find for Kennedy Half Dollar specialists who focus on the Bicentennial issues, a subset that combines patriotic numismatic history with die variety collecting.

Attribution History

• Discovered by Timothy J. Wissert Cross References: None known PHOTOS NEEDED
• None known PHOTOS NEEDED; Wexler Variety ID: 1976-S 50¢ 40% Pr WDDO-002
• Expert attribution by Wexler Team

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