CVC & Collectables presents this 1956 5C DDO Jefferson Nickel, designated as FS-102 by NGC, is an intriguing example of a double die obverse (DDO) error coin, which significantly increases its value and collectibility. Graded as PF67 by NGC, this proof coin exhibits exceptional detail and mirror-like surfaces, characteristic of high-quality proof issues.
The obverse of the coin features a left-facing portrait of Thomas Jefferson, the third President of the United States and principal author of the Declaration of Independence. The DDO designation indicates that the obverse die used to strike the coin had a noticeable doubling effect, particularly visible in the lettering and details of Jefferson’s profile. This error was created during the die-making process and adds a unique aspect to the coin.
On the reverse, the coin showcases Monticello, Jefferson’s historic home in Virginia, with the inscription “E PLURIBUS UNUM” above, “MONTICELLO” and “FIVE CENTS” below, and “UNITED STATES OF AMERICA” encircling the bottom.
Issued in 1956, this nickel belongs to the Jefferson series, which began in 1938. As a proof coin, it was struck with specially prepared dies and polished planchets, ensuring a sharp and highly reflective finish. This particular specimen, with its high grade of PF67 and the notable DDO error, stands out as a remarkable piece for numismatists and collectors, illustrating both a historical portrait and a fascinating minting anomaly.
