1955 D Wheat Penny Appraisal

1955-D Lincoln Wheat Cent (Penny)

This is a United States one-cent coin, commonly known as a Lincoln Wheat Cent, minted in 1955 at the Denver Mint. The obverse features the right-facing profile of Abraham Lincoln, originally designed by Victor David Brenner. The coin is composed of 95% copper and 5% tin/zinc. Physically, it displays a deep brownish-red patina typical of circulated copper. Notable features include the date '1955' and the 'D' mint mark located directly below the date. The inscriptions 'LIBERTY' and 'IN GOD WE TRUST' are visible, though showing signs of significant wear. The condition of the coin is 'circulated,' evidenced by numerous surface nicks, scratches, and flattened high points on Lincoln's hair and cheek. There is visible pitting and heavy oxidation across the entire surface, suggesting exposure to moisture or environmental factors over time. The edges show slight rounding from use. While the 1955 Denver strike is common, as it is not the famous doubled-die variety often sought by collectors, it remains a historical representative of mid-20th-century American coinage. The craftsmanship represents the standard industrial minting process of the era.