1989 Doubled Die Obverse DDO-008

Description

Returning to a date-only doubling pattern, the 1989 DDO-008 shows medium extra thickness confined to the date numerals without extending to the TRUST motto, distinguishing it from DDO-004 through DDO-007, which all show doubling on both elements. Cataloged by VarietyVista with reference codes UVC-3095 and DMR-010, the sequential UVC number (one position after DDO-007's UVC-3094) indicates these two varieties were cataloged in close succession, likely submitted to VarietyVista around the same time. The date-only doubling pattern suggests the hub displacement on this die was either smaller in magnitude than on the varieties that also show TRUST doubling, or oriented at an angle that directed the secondary impression's visible effect toward the date area while leaving the motto region below the threshold of detectability. Medium strength on the date alone means collectors should examine the individual numerals 1, 9, 8, and 9 for widened or thickened strokes that indicate a secondary hub impression overlapping the primary design. Doubled dies affecting the date are among the most recognizable variety types for general collectors, as the numerals provide clear reference geometry for spotting irregularities. Struck at the Philadelphia Mint on copper-plated zinc planchets (97.5% zinc, 2.5% copper) at 2.5 grams and 19mm.

Die Markers

• UVC-3095; DMR-010

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