As of May, 2024, a 1955 Penny, CAM in uncirculated specimen can be valued between $12.00 and $2,000.00, depending on its grade and strike quality.

Looking back at auction records, the highest price was achieved by a Mint State grade that was hammered at $1,880.00 in the 12/04/2014 by renowned auctioneer Heritage Auctions, showcasing the allure of top-tier rarities.

Designer: Victor David Brenner
Edge: Plain
Diameter: 19.00 millimeters
Weight: 3.11 grams
Mintage: 378,200
Mint: Philadelphia
Metal: 95% Copper, 5% Tin and Zinc
Series: Lincoln Cents 1909-1958

1955 Penny, Cam (Proof) – Price Chart

If you are aware of your coin’s grade, refer to the following chart to determine its value:

GradePrice($)
MS-68+2,000.00
MS-68800.00
MS-67+325.00
MS-67165.00
MS-66+100.00
MS-6680.00
MS-65+65.00
MS-6555.00
MS-64+40.00
MS-6430.00
MS-63+22.00
MS-6320.00
MS-62+17.00
MS-6216.00
MS-6114.00
MS-6012.00

If you are unsure of the grade, you can assess it based on the coin’s condition. More detailed information here.

GradeLowest Price($)Highest Price($)Average Price($)
Mint State12.002,000.00235.06

Please note that the estimated values are derived from the latest data in the PCGS Price Guide and are not guaranteed to be 100% accurate. We strongly recommend reviewing actual auction records, which can be filtered by grade. For further insights, refer to our analysis report, which is based on these data.

Also, there are multiple versions of the 1955 Lincoln Cent (Wheat Reverse). We recommend checking the values of these coins as well to ensure a comprehensive assessment.

Coin NameMin Circulated Price($)Max Circulated Price($)Min Uncirculated Price($)Max Uncirculated Price($)
1955 Penny Doubled Die Obverse, BN (Regular Strike)1,375.002,775.002,850.0030,500.00
1955 Penny, RD (Proof)N/AN/A10.001,150.00
1955 Penny DDO FS-102, RD (Regular Strike)N/AN/A100.001,000.00
1955 Penny Doubled Die Obverse, FS-101, BN (Regular Strike)1,400.002,800.002,900.009,000.00
1955 Penny, RD (Regular Strike)N/AN/A3.002,750.00
1955 Penny Doubled Die Obverse, FS-101, RB (Regular Strike)N/AN/A3,100.0018,250.00
1955 Penny Doubled Die Obverse, RB (Regular Strike)N/AN/A3,350.0018,000.00
1955 Penny Doubled Die Obverse, FS-101, RD (Regular Strike)N/AN/A3,300.0052,650.00
1955 Penny Doubled Die Obverse, RD (Regular Strike)N/AN/A3,500.00288,000.00
1955-D Penny, RD (Regular Strike)N/AN/A2.006,000.00
1955-D Penny RPM FS-503, RD (Regular Strike)N/AN/A19.00425.00
1955-S Penny, RD (Regular Strike)N/AN/A2.0010,000.00
1955-D Penny DDO FS-101, RD (Regular Strike)N/AN/A24.001,150.00
1955-S/S/S Penny RPM FS-501, RD (Regular Strike)N/AN/A30.001,850.00
1955 Penny, DCAM (Proof)N/AN/A26.0051,000.00

Coins listed have various mint marks and designations indicating where they were minted and if they are special strikes. To learn more about what the different mint marks and designations mean, please refer to our Mint Mark Chart and Coin Designation Reference Chart.

1955 Penny, Cam (Proof) – Auction Chart & Report

This tool is very user-friendly. Simply select the coin grade, and our system will provide detailed information including:

  • Lowest Sale Price
  • Highest Sale Price
  • Average Sale Price
  • Most Recent Sale Price
  • Number of Sales
  • Sales Volume

You can also select different time periods for your query: 1 month, 6 months, 1 year, 3 years, or All time, with the default set to All time.

Grade:
1m 6m 1y 3y All

$60.00

Lowest Sale Price
$311.00

Highest Sale Price
$126.24

Average Sale Price
$185.00

Most Recent Sale Price
45

Number of Sales
$5,680.58

Sales Volume

Grade Impact Analysis

GradeLowest Price($)Highest Price($)Average Price($)
MS-69404.001,880.001,241.55
MS-68104.00920.00310.04
MS-6760.00311.00126.24
MS-6626.00120.0071.05
MS-6531.0054.0040.17

The chart shows the min and max prices for the 1955 Penny, CAM (Proof) coin across various grades from MS-65 to MS-69. The prices generally increase as the grade improves, with MS-69 having the highest max price $1,880.00.

Within each grade, there is also variability in prices, likely due to factors like specific coin characteristics or market conditions at time of sale. Overall, the chart illustrates how coin grade is a key driver of value for this particular 1955 Penny, CAM (Proof).

Auction House Comparison

The pie chart breaks down the market share of various auction houses for selling the 1955 Penny, CAM (Proof) coin. Heritage Auctions dominates with 74.00% share, followed by Great Collections / David Lawrence RC with 17.00% / 8.00% appearances respectively..

Price Trend Over Time

The graph presents a detailed analysis of the average annual auction sale price and frequency for the 1955 Penny, CAM (Proof) coin over the years. This visual representation traces the coin's value fluctuations, illustrating periods of increase, decrease, or stability in its average auction price.

Such a historical view is indispensable for collectors, investors, or researchers who are keen on comprehending the market dynamics and the coin's value trend over an extended period.

Raw Auction Records

Here are the lasted auction records from the auction history of the past years. You can filter these records by coin grade.

GradeGrade SourceSellerPrice($)Sold Date
MS-67NGCDavid Lawrence RC185.0011/27/2022
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions73.0011/09/2022
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions312.0011/02/2022
MS-68NGCStack's Bowers264.0003/23/2022
MS-66PCGSDavid Lawrence RC92.0001/16/2022
MS-68PCGSDavid Lawrence RC625.0009/05/2021
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions84.0009/01/2021
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions84.0008/11/2021
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions80.0008/11/2021
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions348.0008/11/2021
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions384.0004/08/2020
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions89.0009/19/2018
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions69.0008/22/2018
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions1,233.7506/08/2017
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions99.0004/18/2017
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions109.0003/07/2017
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions104.0002/07/2017
MS-68NGCDavid Lawrence RC185.0003/13/2016
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions188.0006/14/2015
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions1,880.0012/04/2014
MS-66NGCGreat Collections44.0011/23/2014
MS-67NGCGreat Collections85.8011/23/2014
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions135.1311/02/2014
MS-66NGCGreat Collections26.0010/12/2014
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions74.0009/15/2014
MS-67NGCGreat Collections287.1006/22/2014
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions101.0504/28/2014
MS-66NGCGreat Collections32.0004/27/2014
MS-67NGCGreat Collections104.5004/06/2014
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions64.0002/10/2014
MS-65PCGSGreat Collections36.0001/26/2014
MS-66PCGSGreat Collections47.0012/01/2013
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions165.0011/18/2013
MS-65PCGSGreat Collections54.0011/03/2013
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions106.0006/17/2013
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions135.0006/17/2013
MS-66NGCGreat Collections80.0005/05/2013
MS-68NGCGreat Collections264.0004/14/2013
MS-66PCGSGreat Collections74.0004/07/2013
MS-65PCGSGreat Collections44.0003/24/2013
MS-67PCGSGreat Collections87.0002/10/2013
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions48.0001/21/2013
MS-69NGCGreat Collections1,540.0001/20/2013
MS-66PCGSDavid Lawrence RC120.0010/21/2012
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions69.0008/06/2012
MS-65NGCHeritage Auctions31.0007/16/2012
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions920.0007/12/2012
MS-65PCGSGreat Collections45.0006/24/2012
MS-66PCGSGreat Collections110.0002/19/2012
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions62.0001/23/2012
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions219.0012/08/2011
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions115.0008/11/2011
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions127.0004/25/2011
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions79.0010/04/2010
MS-68NGCDavid Lawrence RC173.0004/05/2010
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions207.0009/11/2009
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions104.0005/06/2009
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions219.0012/04/2008
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions109.0010/20/2008
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions127.0007/30/2008
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions161.0004/16/2008
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions114.0003/12/2008
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions69.0001/30/2008
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions98.0002/14/2007
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions104.0011/13/2006
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions173.0009/19/2006
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions98.0008/02/2006
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions121.0008/02/2006
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions104.0007/31/2006
MS-67NGCDavid Lawrence RC99.0005/15/2006
MS-68NGCDavid Lawrence RC213.0004/10/2006
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions276.0001/01/2006
MS-65NGCHeritage Auctions31.0011/09/2005
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions253.0011/07/2005
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions253.0011/07/2005
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions109.0008/03/2005
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions115.0007/13/2005
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions197.0005/25/2005
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions184.0004/13/2005
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions155.0003/27/2005
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions144.0002/28/2005
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions69.0001/26/2005
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions104.0001/17/2005
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions140.0006/30/2004
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions311.0001/12/2004
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions518.0001/07/2004
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions173.0001/07/2004
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions155.0011/17/2003
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions201.0009/22/2003
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions357.0007/09/2003
MS-67ANACSHeritage Auctions61.0005/28/2003
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions1,150.0005/01/2003
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions144.0004/30/2003
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions483.0002/01/2003
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions121.0009/17/2002
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions552.0009/17/2002
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions404.0002/06/2002
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions132.0001/15/2002
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions60.0008/29/2001
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions67.0008/09/2001