1996-D Doubled Die Reverse WDDR-016

Description

Among sixteen cataloged doubled die reverses for the 1996-D Lincoln Memorial Cent, WDDR-016 represents the final entry in a sequence documenting the full scope of hub doubling anomalies produced at the Denver Mint during this high-volume year. Cross-referenced as Wexler 1996-D 1-cent WDDR-016, this variety reflects how Denver's massive cent output required constant die replacement, and each new working die created through the hubbing process carried the potential for hub displacement. The copper-plated zinc composition adopted in 1982 demanded higher striking pressures than the previous 95% copper alloy, affecting how hub impressions transferred to working dies during multi-impression hubbing. Memorial reverse varieties are authenticated by examining the twelve columns of the Lincoln Memorial, the statue visible within, the steps, and surrounding lettering for secondary impressions offset from the primary design. Sixteen DDR dies for a single date and mintmark underscores the depth of systematic die study that Wexler and fellow researchers brought to 1990s cent production, building a comprehensive record of hub doubling frequency across Denver's enormous annual output.

Attribution History

• Wexler Variety ID: 1996-D 1¢ WDDR-016
• Expert attribution by Wexler Team

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