1964-D Doubled Die Obverse WDDO-016

Description

Sixteenth and among the highest-numbered DDOs documented for the 1964-D Kennedy Half Dollar, WDDO-016 extends the population of doubled die obverses from Denver's watershed year in half dollar production. Sixteen distinct DDO dies from a single date and mint is a substantial count, reflecting both Denver's enormous 1964 half dollar output and the sustained attention that variety researchers have devoted to this historically significant issue. The 1964-D Kennedy Half Dollar holds a special place in American numismatics as the final regular-issue 90% silver half dollar, struck in quantities exceeding 156 million during a period of intense public interest in President Kennedy memorabilia. Gilroy Roberts' portrait captures the president in three-quarter profile, with layered hair texture and precise inscriptional elements that function as sensitive indicators of hub displacement. No die markers have been specifically cataloged for this variety. Cross-referenced under the Wexler system as 1964-D 50¢ WDDO-016. Attributed by the Wexler Team. Circulated examples may still emerge from half dollar collections assembled during the 1960s hoarding era.

Attribution History

• Wexler Variety ID: 1964-D 50¢ WDDO-016
• Expert attribution by Wexler Team

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