1955-P Lincoln Wheat Cent G/VG+

This 1955-P Lincoln Wheat Cent G/VG+ is a circulated example from the later years of the Wheat cent series, struck at the Philadelphia Mint during one of the most collected runs in American coinage. In Good to Very Good+ condition, it shows honest circulation wear while still offering the classic look and historic character collectors enjoy in older Lincoln cents. For anyone building a date-and-mint set, the 1955 Philadelphia issue is an important piece from the final decade of the Wheat reverse design.

The Lincoln cent was introduced in 1909 to honor the 100th anniversary of Abraham Lincoln’s birth, becoming the first regular-issue U.S. coin to feature a real historical figure. Designed by Victor D. Brenner, the series used the familiar Wheat reverse from 1909 through 1958. By 1955, the Wheat cent was nearing the end of its long run, with only a few years remaining before the Lincoln Memorial reverse replaced it in 1959. The 1955 Philadelphia issue is also widely recognized because of the famous 1955 doubled die variety, though this listing is for a regular circulated 1955-P Wheat cent unless otherwise noted.

Collectors continue to enjoy Lincoln Wheat cents for their historic design, broad date range, and accessibility. A circulated example like this can be especially appealing because it keeps the series affordable while still offering a genuine mid-century U.S. coin with real age behind it. A 1955-P works well in a Wheat cent album, a 20th-century type set, or a general U.S. coin collection.

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: Philadelphia
Mintage: 330,580,000
Years of Issue: 1909–1958
Reverse Type: Wheat Reverse

Item Details
This listing includes one 1955-P Lincoln Wheat Cent in Good / Very Good+ condition. The coin was struck at the Philadelphia 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 filling a Lincoln Wheat cent album, adding a Philadelphia Mint issue to your date-and-mint collection, or simply looking for a circulated U.S. coin with mid-century history, this 1955-P Lincoln Wheat Cent G/VG+ makes a meaningful addition.