1962 Doubled Die Reverse WDDR-001

Description

Holding the primary DDR designation for 1962 Proof Roosevelt Dimes, the Wexler-attributed WDDR-001 shows a close spread towards the center manifesting as notches on the upper letters of UNITED and extra thickness on E PLU of E PLURIBUS UNUM. The "notches" describe angular indentations at the tops of UNITED's letters where the secondary hub impression truncated the primary letterforms, creating a stepped appearance distinct from simple broadening. The "extra thickness" on E PLU indicates the same centripetal displacement widened these letters without producing the notched effect seen on UNITED — a difference attributable to each element's position relative to the displacement axis. No significant die markers have been documented on either side, meaning attribution relies entirely on the spread pattern across the two affected inscription areas. This Wexler Team attribution is cross-referenced as "1962 10-cent Pr WDDR-001." John R. Sinnock's Roosevelt Dime was struck as a proof in 90% silver at the Philadelphia Mint — 1962 predating the 1965 transition to copper-nickel clad composition. Examine the upper edges of UNITED for the characteristic notching, then check E PLU for the companion extra thickness that confirms the centripetal spread.

Attribution History

• Discovered by John A. Wexler Cross References: None known
• None known; Wexler Variety ID: 1962 10¢ Pr WDDR-001
• Expert attribution by Wexler Team

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