2012 Doubled Die Obverse WDDO-002

Description

Strong notching on the letters ERTY in LIBERTY distinguishes WDDO-002 on the 2012 Philadelphia Mint Lincoln Shield Cent, where hub doubling created pronounced separation visible as squared-off notch formations along the vertical strokes of each affected letter. The notch pattern, characteristic of spread doubling caught at specific angles on letter serifs and crossbars, provides multiple pickup points concentrated in the LIBERTY legend. Cross-referenced as Coppercoins 2012P-1DO-002 in the Coppercoins attribution system, this variety carries dual catalog designations that offer independent verification paths. The Lincoln Shield reverse, introduced in 2009 to replace the four 2009 Bicentennial designs, features a Union shield motif that continued the Lincoln Cent series into its modern era. Cataloged under Wexler Variety ID 2012 1¢ WDDO-002, the strong notching on four consecutive letters of LIBERTY makes this among the more visually accessible doubled die obverses for the Shield Cent type, rewarding collectors who examine the motto area systematically.

Attribution History

• Discovered by Joseph Koelling Cross References: Coppercoins: 2012P-1DO-002
• Coppercoins: 2012P-1DO-002; Wexler Variety ID: 2012 1¢ WDDO-002
• Expert attribution by Wexler Team

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