{"product_id":"1955-1c-ngc-pf68-rd","title":"1955 1C NGC PF68 RD","description":"\u003ch2\u003e1955 Lincoln Wheat Cent NGC PF68 RD\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 1955 Lincoln Wheat Cent represents one of the final proof issues of the beloved Wheat Reverse series, which was produced from 1909 through 1958. Struck at the Philadelphia Mint specifically for collectors, this proof cent exhibits the exceptional craftsmanship and striking quality expected of mid-century United States proof coinage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCertified \u003cstrong\u003ePF68 RD\u003c\/strong\u003e by the \u003cstrong\u003eNumismatic Guaranty Company (NGC)\u003c\/strong\u003e, this example displays deeply mirrored fields, sharp strike characteristics, and outstanding preservation. The \u003cstrong\u003eRD (Red)\u003c\/strong\u003e designation confirms that the coin retains at least 95% of its original mint-red copper color, a highly desirable attribute among Lincoln cent collectors. Copper coins are particularly susceptible to toning and color changes over time, making fully red examples increasingly difficult to locate in premium grades.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDenomination: 1 Cent\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCountry: United States\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYear: 1955\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMint: Philadelphia\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMintage: 378,200 Proof Sets\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eComposition: 95% Copper, 5% Tin and Zinc\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeight: 3.11 grams\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDiameter: 19 mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEdge: Plain\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigner: Victor David Brenner\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCertification: NGC PF68 RD\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDesign Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eObverse:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFeatures the right-facing portrait of President Abraham Lincoln designed by Victor David Brenner. The inscriptions include \u003cem\u003eLIBERTY\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eIN GOD WE TRUST\u003c\/em\u003e, and the date \u003cem\u003e1955\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReverse:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDisplays the classic Wheat Ears design, with two stylized wheat stalks framing the denomination \u003cem\u003eONE CENT\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eUNITED STATES OF AMERICA\u003c\/em\u003e. The motto \u003cem\u003eE PLURIBUS UNUM\u003c\/em\u003e appears across the upper portion of the reverse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCollector Appeal\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 1955 proof cent is especially popular due to its association with the famous 1955 Doubled Die Obverse variety, one of the most celebrated error coins in American numismatics. While this coin is the standard proof issue, it shares the same date and enjoys strong demand from collectors assembling high-grade Lincoln cent sets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith its exceptional PF68 grade, brilliant original red surfaces, and attractive eye appeal, this coin represents a premium example from the final years of the Wheat Cent era and is a desirable addition to any advanced Lincoln cent collection.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Redmond Rare Coins","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53227150737705,"sku":null,"price":95.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0716\/5398\/2505\/files\/IMG_1395.jpg?v=1780525379","url":"https:\/\/redmondrarecoins.com\/products\/1955-1c-ngc-pf68-rd","provider":"Redmond Rare Coins","version":"1.0","type":"link"}