1956 D [FS-501] Lincoln Wheat Penny — Coin Value
Lincoln Wheat PennyWhat the 1956 D [FS-501] Lincoln Wheat Penny is worth — ungraded vs graded (MS62 / MS66).
1956 D [FS-501] Lincoln Wheat Penny value — Ungraded $5. Prices updated September 2026.
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Which version do you have?
To simply own a 1956 D Lincoln Wheat Penny, purchase the Standard version for $2. The Double Die ($9) and FS-501 ($5) versions offer collectible premiums, likely due to unique minting characteristics or higher scarcity. Casual collectors should stick to the Standard option to save money. Serious numismatists interested in condition or rarity should allocate the extra funds for the FS-501 or Double Die.
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Item details
- Series
- Lincoln Wheat Penny
- Year
- 1956
- Mint
- D
1956 D [FS-501] Lincoln Wheat Penny value
A raw (ungraded) 1956 D [FS-501] Lincoln Wheat Penny runs around $5, a certified MS62 about null, and a high-grade MS66 commands null.
What drives the price
Grade, mint mark, strike quality, and key dates drive coin value. Certified (slabbed) coins carry a premium over raw; low-mintage years and full-strike examples appreciate the most.
Price guide
What this actually trades for — sold values by condition vs. what sellers are asking today
| Condition | Value | Based on |
|---|---|---|
| Ungraded | $5 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the current resale value for this ungraded 1956 D penny?
- As an ungraded coin, its value is determined by market demand for the 1956 D Lincoln Wheat Penny.
- Is the mint mark 'D' significant for this penny?
- The 'D' indicates this 1956 Lincoln Wheat Penny was minted at the D mint facility.
- What series does this 1956 coin belong to?
- This specific coin is part of the Lincoln Wheat Penny series.