Although it is technically a Lincoln cent, because of the wheat stalks found on the coin’s reverse, most collectors refer to ...

Victor David Brenner designed the new penny and put his initials “V.D.B.” to the reverse of the coin between the stalks of wheat. Only 484,000 coins were produced, which is what makes it so rare.

Proof coins are specially made with extra care. That’s why, if you compare the 1955 wheat penny-proof coins to other varieties, it usually has the best luster, detail, and color. The ...