1935 Doubled Die Reverse WDDR-002

Description

A strong Class VI offset spread visible on USA, the dots, and E PLURIBUS UNUM, this 1935 Buffalo Nickel doubled die reverse carries significant cross-references: CONECA 2-R-VI, Cherrypickers' Guide FS-05-1935-802. The FS (Fivaz-Stanton) number confirms inclusion in the Cherry Pickers' Guide to Rare Die Varieties, establishing this as a recognized and sought-after variety among collectors who use that standard reference. Class VI doubling results from an offset or tilted secondary hubbing that displaces design elements in a consistent linear direction. Die markers on the obverse include die scratches through the IBE of LIBERTY, while the reverse shows die scratches through UNITED — providing fixed diagnostics independent of die state. Wexler Variety ID: 1935 5¢ WDDR-002. James Earle Fraser's Buffalo Nickel reverse displays the offset spread across multiple design elements simultaneously, confirming a single directional hub shift rather than localized distortion. The combination of Cherrypickers' Guide listing, CONECA classification, and Wexler catalog entry gives this variety triple-reference validation — a level of documentation that attracts collectors seeking varieties with established market recognition and consistent attribution standards.

Attribution History

• Discovered by Larry Briggs Cross References: CONECA: 2-R-VI, Cherrypickers: FS-05-1935-802
• CONECA: 2-R-VI, Cherrypickers: FS-05-1935-802; Wexler Variety ID: 1935 5¢ WDDR-002
• Expert attribution by Wexler Team

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