1970-S Proof Doubled Die Reverse WDDR-001

Description

Entered from a secondary import source with an explicit proof designation, this listing for WDDR-001 on the 1970-S Lincoln Memorial cent documents the first Wexler doubled die reverse for the date from a proof collecting perspective. DDRs occupy a distinct niche because reverse-side doubling historically receives less attention than obverse doubling, creating discovery opportunities in collections where obverse-focused examination may have overlooked reverse anomalies. On WDDR-001, spread towards the center on the designer's initials FG and the denomination ONE CENT provides two independent attribution zones. The centripetal displacement thickens or shadows these elements inward, creating a subtle compression effect most detectable under magnified examination. Light horizontal scratches in the fifth and seventh Memorial bays serve as die markers — running counter to the predominantly vertical architectural lines, making them conspicuous within the recessed bay openings. Proof striking renders both the centripetal spread and bay scratches with the reflective surface clarity that defines proof coinage.

Die Markers

• Obverse: Large Date. Reverse: Light nearly horizontal die scratches can be found in the fifth and seventh Memorial bays.

Attribution History

• Discovered by Wexler Team

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