1950-S Doubled Die Reverse WDDR-002

Description

Cross-referenced as CONECA 1-R-III, the 1950-S Washington Silver Quarter WDDR-002 represents a doubled die reverse variety from the pre-1964 silver composition era. This variety is noted as being similar to, but not the same as, WDDR-001—a distinction that requires careful comparison of die markers and doubling characteristics to confirm. Doubled die reverse varieties on Washington Quarters from this period are less commonly pursued than their obverse counterparts, partly because the heraldic eagle reverse design can make subtle doubling harder to detect amid the intricate feather and shield details. Collectors should exercise particular care when attributing this variety, as the similarity to WDDR-001 means that misidentification between the two is a genuine risk without side-by-side reference images. The 90% silver composition of the 1950-S quarter adds intrinsic metal value to any variety specimen, and the San Francisco mintage provides an additional collector appeal beyond the doubled die designation itself.

Attribution History

• Discovered by Whaden Curtis Cross References: CONECA: 1-R-III Comments: This variety is similar to, but not the same as WDDR-001.
• CONECA: 1-R-III Comments: This variety is similar to, but not the same as WDDR-001.; Wexler Variety ID: 1950-S 25¢ WDDR-002
• Expert attribution by Wexler Team

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