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1954 Proof

Small Cents · Lincoln Wheat Cents · 1909–1958
Key date Proof
Weight3.11 g
Diameter19 mm
MintPhiladelphia
StrikeProof
Mintage 233,300
EdgePlain
Alignment↑↓ Coin
Composition95% Copper, 5% Tin & Zinc
DesignerVictor D. Brenner
Collector's Key IDCK-583
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About this coinHistory

The 1954 proof was struck in approximately 233,300 proofs. The rapidly expanding proof production reflected a booming collector market driven by post-war prosperity and growing public interest in coin collecting as a hobby.

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PR-63 Proof (PR) — —
Frequently Asked QuestionsFAQ
How many 1954 Proof Lincoln Wheat Cents were minted?
233,300 were struck.
What is a 1954 Proof Lincoln Wheat Cent made of?
95% Copper, 5% Tin & Zinc, weighing 3.11 g.
What is the melt value of a 1954 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 1954 Proof Lincoln Wheat Cent a key date?
Yes — the 1954 Proof Lincoln Wheat Cent is considered a key date in the Lincoln Wheat Cents series and commands a strong premium.