1955 Doubled Die Lincoln Cent
1955
Very Rare
Famous doubled die obverse showing strong doubling on date and 'LIBERTY'. One of the most recognizable error coins.
💰 Estimated Value Range
$1,500 - $8,000
🔍 Identification Tips
- Strong doubling on '1955' date
- Clear doubling on 'LIBERTY'
- Most obvious doubled die error
📊 Grading Notes
King of error coins. Higher grades extremely valuable.
1972 Doubled Die Lincoln Cent
1972
Very Rare
Strong doubling on obverse, particularly on 'LIBERTY' and 'IN GOD WE TRUST'. Second most famous doubled die cent.
💰 Estimated Value Range
$500 - $3,000
🔍 Identification Tips
- Look for doubling on 'LIBERTY'
- Check 'IN GOD WE TRUST' for separation
- Date may show slight doubling
📊 Grading Notes
Another key doubled die. Condition critical for value.
1943 Copper Lincoln Cent
1943-None/D/S
Extremely Rare
Copper planchet used instead of steel during wartime. Extremely rare error due to planchet mix-up.
💰 Estimated Value Range
$100,000 - $1,700,000
🔍 Identification Tips
- Copper color instead of steel gray
- Magnet test - copper cents won't stick
- Weight should be 3.11g (copper) vs 2.70g (steel)
📊 Grading Notes
Million dollar coin. Professional authentication absolutely essential.
1944 Steel Lincoln Cent
1944-None/D/S
Extremely Rare
Steel planchet used instead of copper when mint returned to copper composition. Leftover steel blanks from 1943.
💰 Estimated Value Range
$75,000 - $400,000
🔍 Identification Tips
- Steel gray color instead of copper
- Magnetic - will stick to magnet
- Weight should be 2.70g (steel) vs 3.11g (copper)
📊 Grading Notes
Another extremely valuable error. Authentication required.