Lincoln Wheat Reverse Cent
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Spanning 1909 to 1958, the Lincoln Wheat Reverse Cent catalog contains 177 year-and-mintmark variants. Across the series, the key date is the 1916 Lincoln Wheat Reverse Cent at just 1,050 struck and the highest-value variant is the 1909-S Lincoln Wheat Reverse Cent at up to $110,000 in top grade.
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Lincoln Wheat Reverse Cent · All Strikes Mintage by Year
Peak 2.1BCombined mintage per year across every strike type (circulated, proof, and specimen) and all mintmarks.
About the Lincoln Wheat Reverse Cent
The Lincoln Wheat Reverse Cent is a coin that was designed and minted by the United States Mint from 1909 to 1958. It was designed by Victor D. Brenner, and it features the iconic image of Abraham Lincoln in the center of the obverse. The reverse has two ears of wheat; one on each side of the coin.
The Lincoln Wheat Reverse Cents are some of the most iconic coins in American coins. The portrait of Lincoln is thought by many to be an excellent likeness of the former President, and it was modeled after a photograph taken by Mathew Brady, who was known for his photographs of the American Civil War.
The Lincoln Wheat Reverse Cents are available in a variety of conditions, all of which vary in price depending on their rarity and their grade. Some of the rarest and most valuable of this series are the 1909-S VDB, the 1909-S, and the 1914-D cents. The 1909-S VDB is the rarest and most valuable of the series, with an MS-66RD (red) valued at about $2,250.The 1909-S is the second most valuable, with an MS-64RB (red and brown) valued at about $225, and an MS-65RB (red and brown) valued at about $425. The 1914-D is the third most valuable, with an MS-64RB (red and brown) valued at about $158, and an MS-65RD (red) valued at about $19,800.
The Lincoln Wheat Reverse Cents have been popular with collectors, as well as being admired for their design and historical significance. They are a strong representation of the America that was at the turn of the 20th century; a nation that was determined to move forward despite the struggles of the Civil War. They also represent a time and era in which small changes could mean the difference between success and failure. The Lincoln Wheat Reverse Cents are truly a valuable and iconic part of American numismatic history, and if you are looking to get a piece of history to add to your collection, these coins are definitely worth looking into.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- When was the Lincoln Wheat Reverse Cent minted?
- The Lincoln Wheat Reverse Cent was minted by United States from 1909 to 1958.
- How many Lincoln Wheat Reverse Cent coins were minted?
- Across every year and mintmark, approximately 26,033,377,216 Lincoln Wheat Reverse Cent coins were struck.
- What mintmarks exist for the Lincoln Wheat Reverse Cent?
- Lincoln Wheat Reverse Cent coins were struck with the following mintmarks: D, S. Some years were also produced without a mintmark.
- What is the Lincoln Wheat Reverse Cent made of?
- The Lincoln Wheat Reverse Cent is made of bronze, weighs 3.11 grams, and measures 19 mm in diameter.
- How much is a Lincoln Wheat Reverse Cent worth?
- Value depends on year, mintmark, and condition. Common dates in average circulated condition trade for near face value, while the rarest varieties in top grade can fetch up to $110,000. See individual year pages for grade-by-grade estimates.