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1950 Proof

Small Cents · Lincoln Wheat Cents · 1909–1958
Key date Proof
Weight3.11 g
Diameter19 mm
MintPhiladelphia
StrikeProof
Mintage 51,386
EdgePlain
Alignment↑↓ Coin
Composition95% Copper, 5% Tin & Zinc
DesignerVictor D. Brenner
Collector's Key IDCK-567

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The 1950 proof Lincoln cent marks the resumption of proof production after the eight-year wartime suspension (1943-1949). Approximately 51,386 proofs were struck, a massive increase over the pre-war proof numbers. The collector market had grown enormously during the 1940s, and the Mint responded with expanded proof output. The 1950 proof inaugurated the modern era of proof Lincoln cent collecting.

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PR-63 Proof (PR)
Frequently Asked QuestionsFAQ
How many 1950 Proof Lincoln Wheat Cents were minted?
51,386 were struck.
What is a 1950 Proof Lincoln Wheat Cent made of?
95% Copper, 5% Tin & Zinc, weighing 3.11 g.
What is the melt value of a 1950 Proof Lincoln Wheat Cent?
Its melt value is its metal content multiplied by the current spot price. See our melt calculator on the metals pages for a live figure.
Is the 1950 Proof Lincoln Wheat Cent a key date?
Yes — the 1950 Proof Lincoln Wheat Cent is considered a key date in the Lincoln Wheat Cents series and commands a strong premium.