1955/55 Lincoln Wheat Cent Doubled Die Obverse MS-65

Own one of the most famous error coins in American numismatics with this 1955/55 Lincoln Wheat Cent Doubled Die Obverse, identified on the holder as MS-65.

The 1955 Doubled Die Lincoln cent is one of the most recognizable and sought-after varieties in the Lincoln cent series. The dramatic doubling is most famously visible on the obverse inscriptions LIBERTY, IN GOD WE TRUST, and the 1955 date. PCGS describes the variety as one of the great mint errors of the 20th century. PCGS

Approximately 20,000–24,000 examples were produced from the defective obverse die before the error was discovered, making high-grade examples particularly desirable to Lincoln cent and error-coin collectors. Heritage Auctions

This example is housed in a United States Mint-labeled holder and carries an MS-65 grade on the label.

Please note: The holder shown is not a PCGS or NGC holder. The coin is being offered according to the attribution and grade stated on the holder, and buyers should evaluate the photographs carefully.

Product Details

• Year: 1955
• Mint: Philadelphia
• Mint Mark: None
• Denomination: 1 Cent
• Series: Lincoln Wheat Cent
• Variety: 1955/55 Doubled Die Obverse
• Error Type: Doubled Die Obverse
• Grade on Holder: MS-65
• Holder: United States Mint labeled holder
• Strike: Business Strike
• Composition: 95% Copper / 5% Tin & Zinc
• Weight: 3.11 grams
• Diameter: 19 mm
• Edge: Plain
• Obverse: Abraham Lincoln with prominent doubled inscriptions
• Reverse: Lincoln Wheat reverse
• Estimated Production: Approximately 20,000–24,000 doubled-die examples

*Grade and authenticity are stated according to ENGS - Please Note: The grade listed above is the grade printed on the holder and is not independently verified by Bullion Breaks.

*Please review the photos carefully, as they are part of the item description.