1955 Lincoln Wheat Cent

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The 1955 Lincoln Wheat Cent is part of the Lincoln Wheat Cents 1909-1958 series. The U.S. Mint produced 33.1 million examples, making this the lowest mintage among 4 mint variants, representing only 5% of total production. 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. Estimated market value ranges from $790 to $19K 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 #2822.