1955 doubled die lincoln cent
The20cenaddict
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Ooh, I've had this coin in my collection since the 1970's, when I purchased it to fill the hole in my official brown album. I have compared it against unreal versions and feel it is authentic. What do you think.
Also, I have taken high resolution photos (460mb) of my entire collection. I would like to know what It may be worth. I can send you the link, if you like. Thanks David
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It’s had a rough life, but I believe it’s authentic.
You'll have a better idea what it's worth after PCGS grades it. I would not sell it raw.
Even if you're not planning on selling it just now it is a coin that needs certification by a good TPG due to widespread counterfeiting.
Lance.
Welcome! Looks real to me. As Lance said, you should have it slabbed to be 100% sure and ultimately unlock its full value when selling.
I would like to see your Lincoln collection images. Please PM (private message) me the link. Thanks.
https://pcgs.com/setregistry/showcase/2819
Looks like the real deal but all 55 DD raw should be authenticated to be 100% sure.
"Keep your malarkey filter in good operating order" -Walter Breen
Boy, is that nice!
Here's the real McCoy, to compare; yours looks real to me!:
Here's a warning parable for coin collectors...
Looks real, AU53, maybe $1000?
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Looks authentic... and the recommendations (above) to have it slabbed are certainly correct. Cheers, RickO
No question, it should be slabbed along with any other key coins in your collection. Looks high XF grade to me.
Do your self a favor and let the professionals here protect it with their grade and holder.
Jim
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It looks real but should be slabbed. It is hard to guess how they will grade it since it has more marks than would be expected on a coin with that relatively low level of wear.
Welcome to the forum!
Pacific Northwest Numismatic Association
Note: There are at least 8 different die strike counterfeit 1955 Doubled Dies out there in the wild. The 'experts' know exactly what to look for under magnification to authenticate. Those 8 die pairs are quite convincing to the novice collector of copper cents but should not get past the graders.
"Keep your malarkey filter in good operating order" -Walter Breen