Lincoln Wheat Cent

Country of Origin: United States of America

Year of Issue: 1944

Denomination: One Cent ($0.01)

Composition: 95% Copper, 5% Zinc

Lincoln Wheat Cent

Brief Description

A copper-colored coin featuring the profile of Abraham Lincoln on the obverse and two stalks of wheat on the reverse.

Historical Significance

Following the 1943 steel cent produced to conserve copper during WWII, the 1944 cent returned to a copper-based alloy using materials salvaged from spent shell casings.

Estimated Value

Circulated: $0.02 - $0.05. High grade: $1.00 or more.

Care Instructions

Store in a cool, dry place inside an archival-safe holder. Avoid cleaning the coin as it can destroy the numismatic value.

Created At: 2026-02-20T18:35:41.352937