Pricing the 1955 Lincoln Penny
| DATE | GOOD | UNCIRCULATED |
|---|---|---|
| 1955 Lincoln Penny | N/A | $0.15 |
| 1955 Lincoln Penny (D) | N/A | $0.15 |
| 1955 Lincoln Penny (S) | N/A | $0.40 |
| Source: Red Book |
What is a 1917d wheat penny worth?
CoinTrackers.com has estimated the 1917 D Wheat Penny value at an average of $1.25, one in certified mint state (MS+) could be worth $400. (see details)… Total Produced: 55,120,000 [?]
How much is a 1955 Lincoln wheat penny worth?
Hello, Travis –. An uncirculated 1955-S Lincoln wheat cent in uncirculated condition is worth at least 20 cents, but it could be worth potentially hundreds of dollars if the coin has virtually no surface flaws (nicks, scratches, spots, etc.).
How many doubled die Lincoln Wheat pennies are there?
Mint officials apparently thought that no one would notice the glaring error. Around 20,000 to 24,000 1955 doubled die Lincoln Wheat Pennies are thought to exist, many of which were distributed through the cigarette vending machine circuit.
What was the year of the Lincoln penny?
1955 is by far the most exciting year for any collector of the Lincoln Wheat Penny, as one of the most famous – if not the most famous – doubled die coin of all-time in the U.S. was minted that year. There are many reasons the 1955 doubled die Lincoln Cent has grown to become such a famous rarity. For one, it was highly publicized upon its release.
Why are 1955 wheat pennies on the obverse double?
The error was produced when a hub and working die were struck together at a rotated angle and this caused the image to be rotated and heavily doubled. The die was then used to strike 1955 Wheat Pennies, making the entire obverse design appear doubled.
