2016 Doubled Die Obverse WDDO-001

Description

Designated as the primary doubled die obverse for the 2016 Lincoln Shield Cent, WDDO-001 exhibits strong extra thickness on the letters of LIBERTY — where each letter displays a noticeably thicker appearance due to the doubled hub impression adding material to the letter strokes. This distended doubling is characteristic of Class VI hub doubling, where the secondary impression slightly expands design elements rather than producing a clearly separated secondary image. The "strong" classification indicates the extra thickness is readily apparent under moderate magnification, making this one of the more accessible modern doubled dies. Obverse die markers include a small die gouge above the E in WE, while the reverse carries a small die gouge below the second A in AMERICA — these markers serve as confirmation points after identifying the doubled LIBERTY. As WDDO-001, this holds the premier catalog position for 2016, designating it as the most significant doubled die obverse variety for the year. The Lincoln Shield Cent, featuring Lyndall Bass's Union Shield reverse introduced in 2010, is struck in copper-plated zinc at 2.50 grams at the Philadelphia Mint. Cataloged by the Wexler team. Examine each letter of LIBERTY for the strong extra thickness that distinguishes this primary doubled die from normal strikes.

Attribution History

• Discovered by Jay Painter Cross References: None known
• None known; Wexler Variety ID: 2016 1¢ WDDO-001
• Expert attribution by Wexler Team

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