1941 Doubled Die Reverse DDR-001

Description

Ranked as the primary cataloged doubled die reverse for the 1941 Lincoln wheat cent, DDR-001 presents strong extra thickness across E PLURIBUS UNUM, both dots, both wheat ears and stems, and AMERICA — a comprehensive spread affecting nearly every reverse design element. The strong classification reflects substantial hub displacement visible under modest magnification. This die is paired with DDO-025 on the obverse, meaning specimens from this die marriage carry doubled die varieties on both sides. Cataloged under UVC-1495 / DMR-025 by VarietyVista, die stage progression is well documented: Stage A represents Early Die State (unconfirmed), Stage B shows the reverse at Mid Die State with the obverse also at MDS, accompanied by a die crack running across the lower shoulder and lapel, and Stage C finds both reverse and obverse in Late Die State. The Stage B die crack across Lincoln's shoulder and lapel provides a reliable attribution marker that grows more prominent as the die deteriorates. Collectors seeking this variety should note the DDO-025 obverse pairing, which adds dual-sided interest to the die marriage.

Die Markers

• UVC-1495
• DMR-025
• Stage A:
• EDS (unconfirmed)
• Stage B:
• Reverse is MDS
• Obverse is LISTED as DDO-025 – MDS
• Die crack across lower shoulder and lapel
• Stage C:
• Reverse and Obverse are LDS

Attribution History

• Discovered by Natalie Halpern
• Expert attribution by VarietyVista

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