The Legendary 1955 Doubled Die Wheat Penny

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.

What makes a 1955 wheat penny valuable?

The 1955 Wheat Penny Value

1955-D pennies are worth $0.30 in uncirculated conditions. But if they are in fine or good condition, they are worth as much as 1955 pennies without mint marks. A 1955 penny in certified mint state (MS+) can fetch about $8 or more at an auction.

How do I know if my 1955 penny is double die?

Profile of The 1955 Doubled Die Lincoln Cent

The doubling on the obverse is dramatic and can be seen without the use of magnification. It is most prevalent on the date, the motto "LIBERTY" and "IN GOD WE TRUST." The reverse of the coin was properly made and does not exhibit any doubling.

How rare is a 1955 wheat penny?

There is a rare error variety for the 1955 wheat penny with no mint mark. On the obverse side of the coin the date the design elements are minted twice onto the coin. The 1955 wheat penny double die error coin is worth around $1,250 in very fine condition. In extremely fine condition the value is around $1,350.

Which 1955 penny is worth the most?

According to USA Coin Book, the 1955 double die penny is worth $1,286 on average and up to $16,644 if in “Uncirculated (MS-63)” condition. To give you a better idea, some recently sold on eBay. That includes one for $1,825, another for 1,801, and one for 1,552.

1955-D Penny Worth Money - How Much Is It Worth and Why?

How many 1955 double die pennies exist?

The 1955 Doubled Die introduced many collectors to the hobby and it's estimated that between 3,000 and 4,000, in all grades, exist today.

How many 1955 double die pennies are there?

It is estimated that 40,000 of these coins were minted, all during one night shift at the Philadelphia Mint. Roughly 20,000-24,000 of the pennies were introduced into circulation after the minting error. The 1955 doubled die is one of the most famous die varieties in US coinage.

What penny is worth $1000000?

1943-S Lincoln Cent Sells for $1 Million.

Does hydrogen peroxide clean pennies?

Place coins in a bowl and pour enough hydrogen peroxide to cover the coins. Let the coins soak for 24 hours. Rinse them with water, then dry with a cloth.

What is a 1955 double stamped penny worth?

A very rare 1955 penny which was struck with a doubled die sold for a new world record price of $124,875 at an unreserved auction by GreatCollections on Sunday, March 1st.

What is the rarest penny?

1958 Double Die Lincoln Penny - About $336,000

Due to an error involving a double stamping that affected the lettering on the front of the penny, this rare coin is highly coveted by collectors. Only three examples are known to exist, and one in great condition sold at auction in 2018 from about $336,000.

How can you tell if a coin is double struck?

When cataloging coins, coin collectors and numismatists will designate Double Die Obverse with the letters "DDO." Double Die Reverse coins will carry the "DDR" designation. More pronounced doubling, such as the 1916 Indian Head Doubled Die Obverse, command a premium when they come to market.

How much is a 1943 steel penny worth?

Value of a 1943 Steel Penny

They are worth about 10 to 13 cents each in circulated condition and as much as 50 cents or more if uncirculated.

What are the 15 most valuable pennies?

15 Most Valuable Pennies Still in Circulation

• 1944-P Lincoln Wheat Cent Penny: Steel Cent. ...
• 1944-D Lincoln Wheat Cent Penny: Steel Cent. ...
• 1943-P Lincoln Wheat Cent Penny: Bronze/Copper. ...
• 1943-S Lincoln Wheat Cent Penny: Bronze/Copper. ...
• 1944-S Lincoln Wheat Cent Penny: Steel Cent. ...
• 1943-D Lincoln Wheat Cent Penny: Copper/Bronze.

What years of wheat pennies are valuable?

10 Most Valuable Wheat Pennies

• 1931-S: $70-$150.
• 1917 Doubled Die: $100-$5,000.
• 1909-S: $100-$300.
• 1909-S Over Horizontal S: $120-$350.
• 1914-D: $200-$2,500.
• 1922-D No D: $500-$20,000.
• 1909-S VDB: $700-$1,500.
• 1955 Doubled Die: $1,000-$1,800.

What cleans a penny the best?

Vinegar (or Lemon Juice) and Salt

This method is the best way to clean your pennies, and it will produce a very bright orangey-copper color on your pennies. It does this by using the low levels of acids that are contained naturally in vinegar and lemon juice to remove the patina (brown oxidation) on the penny.

Can vinegar damage coins?

First, if you think your coins might be of any value, do not clean them at all, since you can possibly damage them by soaking in cleaners like vinegar. If you want to clean the coin for some other reason, vinegar should work fine.

What is the green stuff on pennies?

Your green pennies have what is called a patina. A patina is a thin layer that has formed on the surface of your copper penny from “weathering” and oxidization from the chemical process we just put the penny through. The Statue of Liberty is covered in a thin layer of copper.

Does rubbing alcohol clean coins?

You can clean your coins without damaging them by soaking them in a bath of isopropyl alcohol and salt. When combined, these ingredients are both abrasive and acidic and will clean any built-up dirt off your coins.