LDB4-1956-002E Die Break
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Description
Among proof Lincoln Wheat Cents, die breaks carry special significance because proofs are struck with extra care on polished planchets using specially prepared dies. This 1956 proof cent, cataloged as LDB4-1956-002E and cross-referenced as Cohen 56-B615, exhibits a die break that formed despite the controlled striking conditions of proof production. The 1956 date places this coin near the end of the Wheat Cent design era, which concluded in 1958 when the Lincoln Memorial reverse replaced the iconic wheat ears. Die breaks on proof coins are considerably scarcer than on business strikes, as proof dies are retired after far fewer impressions and inspected more frequently. The combination of a proof strike with a visible die break makes this variety particularly appealing to error collectors who specialize in the Wheat Cent series.
Attribution History
- Cross reference number: LDB4-1956-002E, Cohen 56-B615. 06/01/2016.
- Expert attribution by Cuds on Coins
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