2008 Doubled Die Obverse WDDO-003

Description

Representing the third Wexler-cataloged doubled die obverse for the 2008-P Oklahoma State Quarter, WDDO-003 carries the designation Wexler Variety ID 2008-P 25¢ OK WDDO-003. Three documented DDOs for a single State Quarter issue is consistent with the pattern seen across the program, where Philadelphia's large die production runs created multiple opportunities for hub misalignment during die-sinking. The Oklahoma reverse celebrates the state's natural heritage through its depiction of the Scissor-tailed Flycatcher soaring above Indian blanket wildflowers, with the state outline forming a subtle background element. The doubled die mechanism occurs during obverse die manufacture when the hub is impressed at a slightly different angle or position on the second impression. Each WDDO number represents a distinct die with its own unique doubling signature — the spread direction, affected elements, and magnitude differ from one entry to the next. The 2008-P Oklahoma quarter was part of the final group before the program transitioned to DC and Territories in 2009.

Attribution History

• Discovered by George W. Powell, Jr. Cross References: None known
• None known; Wexler Variety ID: 2008-P 25¢ OK WDDO-003
• Expert attribution by Wexler Team

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