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Denomination1 Cent
Country / EmpireUnited States
Diameter (mm)19.05
Obverse DesignAbraham Lincoln bust, with prominent doubling on 'LIBERTY' and the date '1955' due to a doubled die error.
Reverse DesignTwo wheat stalks flanking 'ONE CENT' and 'UNITED STATES OF AMERICA' (standard Wheat Cent design).
Historical Context
The 1955 Doubled Die Obverse Lincoln Cent is one of the most famous and significant error coins in U.S. numismatics. The doubling, particularly noticeable on the date and 'LIBERTY', resulted from a misalignment during the hubbing process where the die was impressed twice with a slight rotation between impressions. Many of these coins were released into circulation before the error was widely recognized, making them highly sought after by collectors.
