In the interesting world of coin collecting, an item’s real value is often not in how perfect it is, but in the flaws and mistakes that were made when it was made. Because of these odd flaws, some coins are very valuable and collectible among coin fans.
The 1943 Lincoln Bronze Cent is one of the most interesting versions. This coin was made in bronze by mistake, even though the U.S. Mint had moved to zinc-coated steel to save bronze for the war. These metal Lincoln cents are very rare—only about 20 are known to exist. One of them even sold at auction for an exciting $1.7 million.
Other minting errors in these coins
The 1955 Doubled Die Lincoln Cent is another interesting mistake coin that is very popular among American numismatists, who study or collect coins for a living.
The Philadelphia Mint made this coin by accident in 1955. During the die-making process, there was a misalignment that caused a unique, repeated engraving to appear on the front of the coin.
The year “1955” and the words “LIBERTY” and “IN GOD WE TRUST” stand out because they are doubled. The 1955 Doubled Die Lincoln Cent is very popular because it looks like a ghost. It adds a mysterious and appealing air to any collection.
The Fascinating Tale of Doubled Die Lincoln Cents
There were about 24,000 Doubled Die Lincoln Cents made. Before this interesting mistake was found, a lot of these coins had already been mixed in with cents that did not have the mistake and sent out into circulation.
It was hard for the Mint because they couldn’t tell the Doubled Die coins apart from the others and they also didn’t have enough money to throw away all the cents that were impacted.
They thought that people might not notice the mistake or wouldn’t care about it. At first, not many people knew about it, but soon enough, fans rushed to get their hands on this one-of-a-kind piece of currency history.
What is a Doubled Die Lincoln Coin Worth?
A 1955 Doubled Die Lincoln Cent’s value can change a lot depending on how good it is. These coins can fetch between $1,000 and $10,000 if they are in used shape.
However, if you find one that is in perfect shape, its value can go through the roof; some have been sold for over $100,000. Certified “Mint State” by an expert coin grading service is the most sought-after example, making it the most valuable treasure for collectors.
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