1958 Wheat Penny Value
1958 was the final year of the wheat reverse. Common examples are worth a few cents, but the 1958 Doubled Die Obverse is an extreme rarity that has sold for six figures.
What is your penny really worth?
Snap a photo and Coin AI identifies the coin, estimates its grade, and gives a value range in seconds.
Key facts
1958 Wheat Penny value by grade
| Grade / Condition | Approximate value (estimate) |
|---|---|
| Circulated (common) | $0.03–$0.30 |
| Mint State (MS-65 RD) | $3–$15 |
| Mint State (MS-67 RD) | $30–$120 |
| 1958 DDO | $100,000–$336,000+ |
Ranges are broad, educational estimates — not appraisals. Real value depends on exact grade, eye appeal, varieties, and the live market. Scan your coin in Coin AI for an estimate based on your actual photos.
Notable varieties & errors
- 1958 DDO — Only a few known; strong doubling on IN GOD WE TRUST and LIBERTY. Auction record over $336,000.
What is your penny really worth?
Snap a photo and Coin AI identifies the coin, estimates its grade, and gives a value range in seconds.
Frequently asked questions
Why is the 1958 penny important?
1958 was the last year of the wheat-ears reverse before the Lincoln Memorial design debuted in 1959. Common 1958 cents are worth a few cents, but the rare 1958 Doubled Die Obverse is one of the most valuable Lincoln cents ever sold.
How much is a 1958 doubled die penny worth?
Only a handful of genuine 1958 DDO cents are known, and they have sold for well into six figures — one realized over $336,000. The doubling is bold on the obverse inscriptions; authentication is essential.