2001-D Doubled Die Reverse WDDR-012

Description

Twelfth in the sequence of doubled die reverses cataloged for the 2001 Denver Mint Lincoln Memorial Cent, WDDR-012 adds to an already substantial DDR count for this early twenty-first century date. Denver's cent production in 2001 consumed enormous quantities of working dies, and the statistical probability of hub misalignment during die manufacture ensured that multiple instances would be recorded across the production run. Frank Gasparro's Lincoln Memorial reverse, featuring twelve visible columns flanking the seated Lincoln statue and precise architectural ornamentation including the frieze, cornice, and stepped base, provides unusually detailed reference points for documenting hub displacement. The twelfth documented DDR for a single date and mint reflects two decades of systematic variety research applied to the 2001-D cent population. Each DDR is distinguished by its specific combination of spread direction, magnitude of displacement, and which design features — columns, lettering, statue details, or steps — exhibit the most pronounced doubling. Attributed by the Wexler Team under Wexler Variety ID: 2001-D 1¢ WDDR-012, collectors seeking this variety should examine the reverse under consistent 7x-10x magnification, paying particular attention to areas where fine architectural lines make hub displacement most visible.

Attribution History

• Wexler Variety ID: 2001-D 1¢ WDDR-012
• Expert attribution by Wexler Team

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