1868 sixpence with double pofile

[TerryT]

Noticed that this one has a double profile, as well as VIC and DEI. I read a recent post about the die numbers on sixpence being to check for quality control; I think Little Willie, who was responsible for die #10, was let go after this one.

[Rob]

Noticed that this one has a double profile, as well as VIC and DEI. I read a recent post about the die numbers on sixpence being to check for quality control; I think Little Willie, who was responsible for die #10, was let go after this one.

Die 10 will only refer to the reverse. The obverse die could have been made the day, week, month or year(s) before, though obviously within the time constraints that the obverse design was current. The profile of the underlying bust is different too which suggests it might be older. Does it match any other portrait styles?

Postscript:

Willie was let off without any action being taken.

[azda]

She clearly has a hooked nose in the underlying profile