1969-S Doubled Die Reverse WDDR-004

Description

Close Class II doubling on E PLURIBUS UNUM and UNITED STATES OF AMERICA characterizes this 1969-S Proof Jefferson Nickel WDDR-004. Class II doubling occurs when the hub is distorted or tilted during hubbing, producing a secondary impression that shifts design elements in a consistent direction rather than following the rotational arc of Class I varieties. Attributed by John A. Wexler and cross-referenced as Wexler 1969-S WDDR-004 Proof, this variety carries distinctive die markers on both sides: a long die scratch below ERTY of LIBERTY extending through the star and date area on the obverse, and on the reverse a small die dot on the rim above RI of PLURIBUS along with a die scratch on the rim above M of UNUM. These markers help isolate the correct die pair from among the many proof dies used for 1969-S nickel production. San Francisco proof coins from this period were sold in sealed proof sets to collectors, ensuring that many examples survive in pristine condition with the doubled die features fully preserved. The combination of lettering doubling across two separate reverse inscriptions provides multiple diagnostic zones for confirming the attribution.

Attribution History

• Discovered by John A. Wexler
• Wexler Variety ID: 1969-S WDDR-004 Proof
• Expert attribution by John A. Wexler

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