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Lincoln Wheat Cent
One Cent ($0.01)

Lincoln Wheat Cent

United States of America · 1944

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

Country
United States of America
Year
1944
Denomination
One Cent ($0.01)
Metal
95% Copper, 5% Zinc

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Overview

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 & preservation

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