1955 1C Doubled Die Obverse, RD MS(PCGS#2827)

The Regency Auction 46

拍卖行

Legend Rare Coin Auctions

批号

44

等级

MS64+RD

价格

144,253

详细说明

This is a terrific and gorgeous GEM Red example of this famed Doubled Die issue! The 1955 D.D.O. is one of the most popular coins in the entire Lincoln cent series and is a classic, KEY DATE in the series, especially in such high grade. Approximately 20,000 were produced when a working die and a working hub were struck together, slightly rotated, creating the dramatic doubling at LIBERTY, IN GOD WE TRUST, and 1955. Brilliant, fiery red luster glows vividly on both sides. Soft rose, peach, and gold iridescent overtones really pop when rotated in a light giving this beauty a seductive visual allure. A couple of toning flecks and a tiny contact mark or two can be seen with the aid of strong glass, none of which detract from the outstanding eye appeal. Many of the doubled dies were placed into the cellophane wrapping of cigarette packs in vending machines. At the time, a pack cost 23 cents, so vending machine operators would put the 2 cent change in the pack. Because of this, most survivors remain in Mint State grades, but ones with full, original RED coloration remain quite difficult to find! PCGS 172, NGC 42, CAC 35. There are a baker's dozen graded MS64+ RD and fewer than two dozen graded higher in the RD designation. The most recent example sold in November 2020 for $33,600 and the current PCGS Price Guide value is listed at $28,500. This one should bring a seriously strong bid, as no GEM CAC approved examples have ever sold in auction. Cert. Number 37691932 PCGS # 2827.00