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The proof 1953 Lincoln cents are relatively common and encountered with frequency in the PR64-PR67 grade range. Series enthusiasts and registry set collectors cluster toward the high-end pieces that exhibit few spots and excellent overall eye appeal. Pieces with strong cameo effects, particularly on both the obverse and reverse command strong premiums.
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:
315607
Designer:
Victor D. Brenner
Obverse Designer:
Victor D. Brenner
Obverse Lettering:
IN GOD WE TRUST, LIBERTY, 1953
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
Variety:
Doubled Die Obverse
Variety 2:
FS-101
Coin Date:
1953
Denomination:
1c
Designation:
PR
Mint Location:
Philadelphia
Mintage:
128,800
Coinage Type:
Lincoln Cent
Coinage Years:
1909-1958
Composition:
95% copper; 5% tin & zinc
PCGS #:
38151
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Coin Value History
1953 1c Doubled Die Obverse, FS-101 PR RD
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1953 1c Doubled Die Obverse, FS-101 PR RD
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1953 1C Doubled Die Obverse, FS-101, PR68 Red PCGS. Formerly FS-021.7. PCGS Population: 3 in 68, 0 finer (2/26). CDN: $800...
$702
1953 1C Doubled Die Obverse, FS-101, PR67 Red PCGS. (021.7). PCGS Population: (24/2). ...
$104
1953 1C Doubled Die Obverse, FS-101, PR66 Red PCGS. (FS-021.7). PCGS Population: (55/22). NGC Census: (36/45). ...
$109
1953 1C Doubled Die Obverse, FS-101, PR64 Red PCGS. PCGS Population: (31/97). NGC Census: (7/89). ...
$99
1953 1C Doubled Die Obverse, FS-101, PR68 Red PCGS. PCGS Population: (2/0). NGC Census: (7/0). From The Maltese Coll...
$780
1953 1C Doubled Die Obverse, FS-101, PR67 Red NGC. NGC Census: (30/8). PCGS Population: (14/2). ...
$348
1953 1C Doubled Die Obverse, FS-101, PR66 Red PCGS. Formerly 021.7. PCGS Population: (54/17 and 0/0+). NGC Census: (35/41 a...
$139
1953 1C Doubled Die Obverse, FS-101 PR64 Red PCGS. Formerly (FS-021.7).PCGS Population (28/83). NGC Census: (0/0)....
$90
1953 1C Doubled Die Obverse PR68 Red PCGS. FS-101. ...
$1,880
1953 1C Doubled Die Obverse, FS-101, Die 1, PR67 Red ANACS. ...
$192
1953 1C Doubled Die Obverse, FS-101, PR66 Red NGC. NGC Census: (29/31). PCGS Population: (42/14). ...
$74
1953 1C Doubled Die Obverse, FS-101 PR64 Red Cameo PCGS. (FS-021.7) PCGS Population (28/77). NGC Census: (0/0)....
$86
1953 1C Doubled Die Obverse, FS-101, PR67 Red NGC. NGC Census: (27/4). PCGS Population: (12/2). ...
$114
1953 1C Doubled Die Obverse, FS-101, PR66 Red PCGS. (FS-021.7). PCGS Population: (41/11). NGC Census: (27/30). ...
$69
1953 1C Doubled Die Obverse, FS-101, PR67 Red NGC. NGC Census: (27/4). PCGS Population: (11/2). ...
$104
1953 1C Doubled Die Obverse, FS-101, PR66 Red PCGS. (FS-021.7). PCGS Population: (41/11). NGC Census: (27/30). ...
$74
1953 1C Doubled Die Obverse, FS-101, PR67 Red PCGS Gold Shield. PCGS Population: (10/2). NGC Census: (26/4)....
$228
1953 1C Doubled Die Obverse, FS-101, PR66 Red PCGS. PCGS Population: (39/9). NGC Census: (27/30). ...
$192
1953 1C Doubled Die Obverse, FS-101, PR67 Red PCGS. (FS-021.7). PCGS Population: (9/2). NGC Census: (26/4). ...
$192
1953 1C Doubled Die Obverse, FS-101, PR66 Red PCGS. PCGS Population: (38/9). NGC Census: (27/30). ...
$336
Lincoln Cent 1c Matte Finish, 1909-1916 PR BN [Type]
Worth: $360 – $3,120
Lincoln Cent 1c Matte Finish, 1909-1916 PR RB [Type]
Worth: $400 – $4,100
Lincoln Cent 1c Matte Finish, 1909-1916 PR RD [Type]
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
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