1962 Doubled Die Reverse DDR-003

Description

Bearing die markers UVC-1081 and DMR-012, DDR-003 on the 1962 Philadelphia Jefferson Nickel shows light spread on FIVE CENTS — the denomination text below Monticello on the reverse. Light spread on the denomination indicates subtle hub doubling producing detectable thickening on letter strokes, particularly on the curved elements of the S in CENTS and the rounded portions of E and C. FIVE CENTS sits in an open field below the Monticello foundation, providing a clean background that can make even light doubling somewhat easier to detect than against busier elements. As DDR-003, this variety is the third documented doubled die reverse for 1962, positioned after DDR-002 (which shows medium spread on the same text). The UVC-1081 and DMR-012 die markers offer the critical confirmation pathway, allowing collectors to verify the correct working die by identifying specific characteristics beyond the doubling itself. Examination under 7x to 10x magnification with angled lighting provides ideal conditions.

Die Markers

• UVC-1081; DMR-012

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