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1995-S Proof

Small Cents · Lincoln Memorial Cents · 1959–2008
Key date Proof
Weight2.5 g
Diameter19.05 mm
MintSan Francisco
StrikeProof
Mintage 2,797,481
EdgePlain
Alignment↑↓ Coin
CompositionCopper-plated Zinc (97.5% Zinc, 2.5% Copper)
DesignerVictor D. Brenner / Frank Gasparro
Collector's Key IDCK-744

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The 1995-S Proof was struck at San Francisco with a mintage of approximately 2.8 million pieces. The proof set reached collectors during the year of the Oklahoma City bombing and the 1995 DDO media frenzy, though the proof itself attracted less attention than the dramatic circulation variety.

The coin features deep mirror fields and well-frosted devices. Deep cameo examples are common. The lower mintage compared to some adjacent years gives the 1995-S Proof a very slight edge in scarcity, but it remains affordable and widely available in the secondary market.

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PR-63 Proof (PR)
Frequently Asked QuestionsFAQ
How many 1995-S Proof Lincoln Memorial Cents were minted?
2,797,481 were struck.
What is a 1995-S Proof Lincoln Memorial Cent made of?
Copper-plated Zinc (97.5% Zinc, 2.5% Copper), weighing 2.5 g.
What is the melt value of a 1995-S Proof Lincoln Memorial 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 1995-S Proof Lincoln Memorial Cent a key date?
Yes — the 1995-S Proof Lincoln Memorial Cent is considered a key date in the Lincoln Memorial Cents series and commands a strong premium.