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While 1956 proof Lincoln cents are common, it is extremely difficult to find pieces grading higher than PR67 and to find those of any grade with strong cameo details. Collectors and dealers will pay robust premiums to buy pieces exhibiting strong cameo effects on both the obverse and reverse, as such pieces are rare.
Obverse Description
Bust of Abraham Lincoln framed by IN GOD WE TRUST on the top periphery. The word LIBERTY to the left of the portait and the date postioned on the right side.
Reverse Description
Wheat ears flanking the words ONE CENT, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA. The motto E PLURIBUS UNUM on the top perimeter.
Catalog Information
GSID:
2568
Designer:
Victor D. Brenner
Obverse Designer:
Victor D. Brenner
Obverse Lettering:
IN GOD WE TRUST, LIBERTY, 1956
Reverse Designer:
Victor D. Brenner
Reverse Lettering:
E PLURIBUS UNUM, ONE CENT, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
Weight (gr):
3.11 gr
Weight (oz):
0.11 oz
Strike Type:
Proof
Diameter:
19
Coin Shape:
Round
Edge:
Plain
Coin Date:
1956
Denomination:
1c
Designation:
PR
Mint Location:
Philadelphia
Mintage:
669,384
Coinage Type:
Lincoln Cent
Coinage Years:
1909-1958
Composition:
95% copper; 5% tin & zinc
PCGS #:
3377
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Coin Value History
1956 1c PR RD
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1956 1c PR RD
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Greysheet & CPG® Values
| Grade | CAC | CPG Value (Retail) | Greysheet Price (Wholesale) |
|---|---|---|---|
| PR69 |
|
$390.00 | $1,234 |
| PR69 | - | $325.00 | $1,234 |
| PR68 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR68 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR67 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR67 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR66 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR66 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR65 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR65 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR64 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR64 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR63 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR63 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR62 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR62 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR61 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR61 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR60 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR60 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
Lincoln Cent 1c Matte Finish, 1909-1916 PR BN [Type]
![Lincoln Cent 1c Matte Finish, 1909-1916 PR BN [Type]](https://images.greysheet.com/Ctc/CatalogEntry/ha_com_1296_3522-0.20200712061453721.jpg?MaxWidth=200&Mode=Pad&Scale=UpscaleCanvas&format=webp)
Worth: $360 – $3,120
Lincoln Cent 1c Matte Finish, 1909-1916 PR RB [Type]
![Lincoln Cent 1c Matte Finish, 1909-1916 PR RB [Type]](https://images.greysheet.com/ProductImages/DLRC/337xxx/105be5c3-9f43-4638-b487-3fa63d819ef5.jpg?MaxWidth=200&Mode=Pad&Scale=UpscaleCanvas&format=webp)
Worth: $400 – $4,100
Lincoln Cent 1c Matte Finish, 1909-1916 PR RD [Type]
![Lincoln Cent 1c Matte Finish, 1909-1916 PR RD [Type]](https://images.greysheet.com/ctc/catalog/1910-1c-pr67-plus-rd-obv.jpg?MaxWidth=200&Mode=Pad&Scale=UpscaleCanvas&format=webp)
Worth: $630 – $54,000
1909 VDB 1c Matte Finish PR BN
Worth: $7,500 – $55,200
1909 VDB 1c Matte Finish PR RB
Worth: $10,000 – $90,000
1909 VDB 1c Matte Finish PR RD
Worth: $15,500 – $162,000
1909 1c Lincoln, Matte Finish PR BN
Worth: $385 – $3,600
1909 1c Lincoln, Matte Finish PR RB
Worth: $425 – $4,100
1909 1c Lincoln, Matte Finish PR RD
Worth: $1,000 – $65,000
1910 1c Matte Finish PR BN
Worth: $360 – $3,600
1910 1c Matte Finish PR RB
Worth: $400 – $4,100
1910 1c Matte Finish PR RD
Worth: $630 – $14,000
1911 1c Matte Finish PR BN
Worth: $360 – $6,000
1911 1c Matte Finish PR RB
Worth: $400 – $7,200
1911 1c Matte Finish PR RD
Worth: $700 – $18,000
1956 1C PR68 Red PCGS. PCGS Population: 89 in 68, 0 finer (7/26). CDN: $65 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR68. Mintage 669,384. ...
$74
1956 1C Doubled Die Reverse, FS-801, PR67 Red PCGS. PCGS Population: 15 in 67, 3 finer (4/26). CDN: $390 Whsle. Bid for NG...
$293
1956 Lincoln Cent. FS-101. Doubled Die Obverse. Proof-66 RD (PCGS).
$171
1956 1C PR69 Red NGC. Mintage 669,384. ...
$99
1956 Proof Set. (PCGS).
$72
1956 Proof Set NGC. This Set Includes: 1C PR65 Red, 5C PR67, 10C PR66, 25C PR66 and a 50C Type -Two PR66 . The curren... (Total: 5 coins)
$141
1956 1c PCGS Proof 64 RD
$13
1956 1c PCGS Proof 63 RD
$17
1956 PR 70 Red ICG. ...
$41
1956 1C PR68 Red NGC. CDN: $65 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR68. Mintage 669,384. ...
$49
1956 1C Doubled Die Obverse, FS-101, PR67 Red NGC. NGC Census: 0 in 67, 0 finer (2/26). Mintage 669,384. ...
$139
1956 1C Doubled Die Obverse, FS-101, PR66 Red PCGS. PCGS Population: (17/4 and 0/0+). NGC Census: (0/0 and 0/0+). Mintage ...
$134
1956 1C PR69 Red NGC. Mintage 669,384. ...
$104
1956 1C --Double Die Obverse PR65 Red ANACS. Die 2. NGC Census: (78/1099). PCGS Population (214/774). Mintage: 669,384. Num...
$53
1956 1c PCGS Proof 64 RD
$15
1956 PR 70 Red ICG. ...
$49
1956 1C PR68 Red Cameo NGC. CDN: $65 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR68. Mintage 669,384. ...
$154
1956 Lincoln Cent. Proof-67 RD (PCGS).
$45
1956 1C Doubled Die Obverse, FS-101, PR66 Red PCGS. PCGS Population: (15/1). NGC Census: (0/0). Mintage 669,384....
$360
1956 1C PR69 Red NGC. Mintage 669,384. ...
$109
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