The 1955 Doubled Die Lincoln Cent: America’s Most Famous Coin Mistake

The 1955 Doubled Die Lincoln Cent: America’s Most Famous Coin Mistake

Why This Error Cent Still Captivates Collectors More Than 65 Years Later Among all U.S. coins, few have achieved the fame and intrigue of the 1955 Doubled Die Obverse Lincoln Cent. It’s more than a mint error;  it’s a perfect storm of mechanical mishap, market momentum, and collecting legend. Photo By GreatCollections – 1955 Lincoln Cent Doubled Die Obverse PCGS MS-65+ RD (CAC Green) (Ex. Stewart Blay / Red Copper) With its bold appearance and u…