1946-D Repunched Mintmark RPM-005

Description

Fifth repunched mintmark for the 1946-D Jefferson Nickel, RPM-005 expands the catalog of hand-punched varieties from the first postwar Denver issue. Cataloged by VarietyVista with codes UVC-349 and DMR-006, the high DMR number reflects thorough examination of the 1946-D die population. Struck in the restored standard 75% copper and 25% nickel after the wartime silver period ended, the coin features the small D that returned to its traditional reverse position in 1946. Die progression spans three stages: Stage A (EDS), Stage B (MDS), and Stage C with obverse and reverse in LDS. Five documented RPMs from a single date demonstrates the frequency of hand-punching errors at Denver — each die required individual D placement, and statistical probability ensured some proportion would show visible displacement. The 1946-D represents the beginning of the postwar era for Jefferson Nickels, a period of high mintages driven by the expanding economy.

Die Markers

• UVC-349
• DMR-006
• Stage A:
• EDS (unconfirmed)
• Stage B:
• MDS (unconfirmed)
• Stage C:
• Reverse and Obverse are LDS

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