Why is this Jefferson only a minor DDR? 1962-P

Type2

I sent some in some time ago and I am always amazed that it is a minor DDR it’s better then some that are listed why is this?

gumby1234

Not sure exactly what you are asking. Your nickel looks to be a doubled die reverse.

IkesT

Why is this Jefferson only a miner DDR?

It was used for currency down in the mines.

In all seriousness, though, it is a subjective distinction. It's a "major" doubled die if it is in high demand. It is perhaps more difficult for a single 1962 5c DDR variety to stand out and generate higher demand when there are so many different varieties for that year with a similar degree of doubling:

http://varietyvista.com/04b JN DD Vol 2/DDRs 1962.htm

Undoubtedly, there are some collectors putting together a complete set of these, but likely not enough to create a large demand for them.

davewesen

because it has not been given the FS-801 designation (yet)

gonzer

Calling it a 'minor' DD seems to be a misnomer since a loupe is not needed.

TurtleCat

Because it’s ore-dinary!

amwldcoin

Was it found in a mine or by a miner or did you mean minor?

TwoSides2aCoin

Because major doubling is rare to non existent, in the Jefferson series.

Type2

Ya that’s what I meant haha minor….