Coin Identifier
Wheat Penny
One Cent ($0.01)

Wheat Penny

United States · 1909-1958 (Year is on reverse, not visible in image)

The reverse of the coin features the words 'ONE CENT' and 'UNITED STATES OF AMERICA' centered between two stalks of wheat. The top border has the motto 'E PLURIBUS UNUM'.

Country
United States
Year
1909-1958 (Year is on reverse, not visible in image)
Denomination
One Cent ($0.01)
Metal
95% copper, 5% tin and zinc (Note: 1943 was zinc-plated steel)

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Overview

The reverse of the coin features the words 'ONE CENT' and 'UNITED STATES OF AMERICA' centered between two stalks of wheat. The top border has the motto 'E PLURIBUS UNUM'.

Historical significance

Designed by Victor David Brenner, this coin was first minted in 1909 to commemorate the 100th anniversary of Abraham Lincoln's birth. It was the first U.S. coin to feature a person's portrait on the obverse.

Estimated value

$0.02 - $5.00 (Standard circulated pennies are worth roughly 2-5 cents, though rare mint marks like 1909-S VDB can be worth thousands).

Care & preservation

Do not clean or polish the coin, as this removes the natural patina and can significantly decrease its numismatic value. Store in a dry, PVC-free container or acid-free paper flip to prevent oxidation.