1955 Lincoln Wheat Cent - Doubled Die Obverse
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Values as of June 2026 — estimates reflect typical grades (G-4 through MS-63). Coins in lower or exceptional grades may fall outside this range.
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$24,000 MS66BN 11-06-2020 eBay
Description
The 1955 Lincoln Wheat Cent - Doubled Die Obverse is a cent produced at the Philadelphia Mint as part of the Lincoln Wheat Cents 1909-1958 series. The obverse features Abraham Lincoln facing right, the first real person depicted on a U.S. circulating coin and the reverse displays two wheat stalks framing ONE CENT, symbolizing American agriculture. The 1955 Doubled Die Obverse is one of the most dramatic and well-known die varieties in U.S. coinage. Struck at the original U.S. Mint facility, in continuous operation since 1792. Estimated market value ranges from $790 to $24K depending on grade and condition. Struck in 95% copper, 5% tin and zinc, weighing 3.11 grams, 19 mm in diameter, with a plain edge. Cataloged as PCGS #2825.
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