1958 Lincoln Wheat Cent Proof PF68 Red Designation (RD) NGC Brown Label

The 1958 Proof Lincoln Wheat Cent represents the final year of the iconic Wheat Ears reverse, making it a historically important issue in the Lincoln cent series. Struck exclusively for collectors, this proof cent offers crisp detail, mirrored surfaces, and strong visual appeal as the closing chapter of the Wheat Cent design.

Lincoln Wheat Cent Proof Design

The obverse features Victor David Brenner’s enduring portrait of President Abraham Lincoln, rendered with sharp detail and reflective proof fields. The reverse displays the classic Wheat Ears design, symbolizing agricultural prosperity and national strength. As the final year of this reverse, the 1958 proof holds special significance for collectors completing Wheat Cent sets.

Proof Strike with Red Color Designation

This coin was struck as a Proof using specially prepared dies and planchets to achieve precise detail and mirrored surfaces. The RD (Red) color designation indicates strong original copper brilliance, a desirable characteristic since copper coins naturally tone with age.

NGC Certified PF68 RD

This example has been certified by the Numismatic Guaranty Company (NGC) and graded PF68 RD, representing a high-quality proof coin with excellent eye appeal and well-preserved surfaces. Encapsulation provides authentication, long-term protection, and confidence for collectors.

Final-Year Wheat Cent Proof Mintage

The 1958 Proof Lincoln Wheat Cent had an original proof mintage of 875,652 coins. As the final proof issue of the Wheat reverse, this mintage reflects strong collector demand ahead of the transition to the Lincoln Memorial design in 1959.

Product Specifications

• Year: 1958
• Denomination: One Cent
• Series: Lincoln Wheat Cent
• Mint: Philadelphia (No Mintmark)
• Strike Type: Proof
• Mintage: 875,652 (Proof Issues)
• Grade: PF68 RD
• Certification: NGC
• Composition: 95% Copper, 5% Tin and Zinc
• Packaging: NGC Certified Holder