1955-D Lincoln Wheat Cent BU Red

A classic issue from the later Wheat cent years, this 1955-D Lincoln Wheat Cent BU represents a well-preserved example from one of the most recognizable coin series in American history. Struck at the Denver Mint, it comes from a period when Wheat cents were still a familiar part of everyday life in the United States, passing through commerce during the middle of the 20th century. In Brilliant Uncirculated condition, this coin offers the sharp detail and stronger eye appeal collectors look for when adding higher-quality examples to their collections.

The Lincoln cent was first introduced in 1909 to mark the 100th anniversary of Abraham Lincoln’s birth, becoming the first regular-issue U.S. coin to feature a real historical figure. Its Wheat reverse, designed by Victor D. Brenner, remained in use through 1958 and became one of the most enduring designs in United States coinage. By 1955, the series was nearing the end of its run, which gives later-date Wheat cents a special place in the story of American coinage. These coins connect collectors to both the long history of the Lincoln cent and the broader postwar era in which they circulated. 

Collectors continue to appreciate Lincoln Wheat cents for their historic design, long date-and-mint run, and wide accessibility. The 1955-D issue is especially appealing because it comes from the closing years of the Wheat reverse series, while also serving as an important Denver Mint entry in a complete set. Brilliant Uncirculated examples are desirable because they preserve more of the original detail, luster, and overall visual appeal than coins that spent decades in circulation. A coin like this offers both historical interest and collectible quality in one piece.

Specifications & Mintage

Denomination: One Cent

Series: Lincoln Wheat Cent

Designer: Victor D. Brenner

Composition: 95% Copper, 5% Tin and Zinc

Weight: 3.11 grams

Diameter: 19.00 mm

Edge: Plain

Mint: Denver

Mintage: 563,257,500

Years of Issue: 1909–1958

Reverse Type: Wheat Reverse 

Item Details

This listing includes one 1955-D Lincoln Wheat Cent in Brilliant Uncirculated condition. The coin was struck at the Denver Mint and features the classic Wheat reverse design used throughout the first half of the Lincoln cent series. Please review the photos carefully for the overall appearance and quality of the exact coin you will receive. 

Whether you are building a Lincoln Wheat cent collection, adding an important Denver issue to your date-and-mint set, or simply looking for a nice BU example of this classic American coin, this 1955-D Lincoln Wheat Cent makes a meaningful addition. At Coin Nerds, our mission is to help build the next great coin collection.