1964-D Doubled Die Reverse DDR-001

Description

Holding the primary DDR designation for the 1964-D Jefferson Nickel, this variety exhibits very strong spread and extra thickness across an exceptionally broad area of Felix Schlag's reverse design. The doubling affects E PLURIBUS UNUM, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, FIVE CENTS, the M and last O of MONTICELLO, and both building edges — an extensive footprint covering virtually every major reverse element. The very strong intensity makes this one of the more visually accessible doubled die reverses in the Jefferson Nickel series, with the secondary contours clearly discernible under moderate magnification. Die markers UVC-1298 and DMR-009 identify the specific working die. The breadth of affected design elements — spanning both inscriptions, the denomination, and the architectural detail of Thomas Jefferson's Monticello estate — provides numerous diagnostic checkpoints. Struck at the Denver Mint in 75% copper and 25% nickel at 5.0 grams, this 1964-D regular strike comes from the final year before the Coinage Act of 1965 reshaped American coinage. Begin with E PLURIBUS UNUM and UNITED STATES OF AMERICA where the extra thickness is strongest, then trace the spread through FIVE CENTS, the M and final O of MONTICELLO, and along both building edges to appreciate the full scope of the displacement.

Die Markers

• UVC-1298; DMR-009

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