1998 Doubled Die Reverse WDDR-015

Description

Notable for producing an extra Memorial column in the 11th bay of Frank Gasparro's Lincoln Memorial reverse, this 1998 Philadelphia Mint doubled die reverse creates a visible architectural anomaly that adds a column where none should exist. Extra Memorial column varieties are among the most visually distinctive doubled die reverses in the Memorial Cent series because the additional column is a recognizable design element rather than abstract line doubling. On the obverse, a vertical die scratch appears to the right of the second T in TRUST, a small die gouge sits below the second 9 in the date, and numerous die scratches run northwest to southeast below the date. On the reverse, a die gouge can be found to the left of the top of the second A in AMERICA. These markers help positively identify the specific die pair responsible. Cross-referenced as Crawford CDDR-013 and Wexler Variety ID 1998 1¢ WDDR-015, the dual attribution by both the Crawford and Wexler systems confirms independent recognition. Attributed by the Wexler Team, this variety appeals to collectors who favor errors with immediately visible design impact.

Attribution History

• Discovered by Billy G. Crawford Cross References: Crawford: CDDR-013
• Crawford: CDDR-013; Wexler Variety ID: 1998 1¢ WDDR-015
• Expert attribution by Wexler Team

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