1975-S Repunched Mintmark WRPM-001

Description

Cataloged by the Wexler Team as WRPM-001 and submitted by John Bordner, this 1975-S proof Roosevelt dime displays an S/S East repunched mintmark — the San Francisco mintmark punched over a previous impression positioned slightly to the east. Cross-referenced as CONECA RPM #1 and Cherrypickers FS-10-1975S-501, along with a second CONECA listing as RPM #2 (photos needed), this variety carries multiple catalog designations reflecting its recognition across major attribution services. On the obverse, no prominent die markers are visible, meaning attribution depends entirely on the mintmark area. The reverse provides a helpful secondary diagnostic: a short die scratch running north from the upper left of the O in OF. San Francisco proof dimes of this era were struck on polished planchets with specially prepared dies, producing mirror-like fields that can actually make repunched mintmark details easier to examine than on business strikes, where bag marks and circulation wear can obscure fine details. The 1975-S proof dime was available only through official proof sets, so all surviving examples were preserved by collectors from the outset.

Attribution History

• Discovered by The submitter of this die is not noted in the Bordner files. Cross References: CONECA: RPM #2 PHOTOS NEEDED
• CONECA: RPM #2 PHOTOS NEEDED; Wexler Variety ID: 1975-S 10¢ Pr WRPM-001
• Expert attribution by Wexler Team

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