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1944 Lincoln Wheat Penny

Key Facts & Value

Key Fact

Historical significanceThe Lincoln Penny, first issued in 1909, was the first U.S. coin to feature an actual person rather than an allegorical figure. The 1944 version, minted after World War II, reflects a time of economic recovery.

Material changeDue to metal shortages during the war, the 1943 pennies were made from steel. However, by 1944, the U.S. returned to using copper, making this particular penny a symbol of resilience.

Design legacyVictor David Brenner's design has become one of the most recognizable in American coinage, and it celebrates the legacy of Abraham Lincoln, the nation's 16th president.

Value Fact

The value of a 1944 Lincoln penny can vary widely depending on its condition and rarity. Commonly found in circulation, average specimens are worth only a few cents, but those in uncirculated or mint condition can fetch significant prices at auction. Unique varieties, such as the 1944-S (San Francisco mint), are particularly sought after by collectors, driving their value even higher.

The condition and rarity of this coin can dramatically influence its market value, making high-grade examples particularly desirable among numismatists.

Item Details

Official Details

CategoryCoins

Brand-

Character-

Length-

Width-

Weight2.5g

PersonAbraham Lincoln

Coins TypeCirculation

DenominationOne Cent

CurrencyUSD

Obverse DescriptionLincoln's profile

Obverse CreatorVictor David Brenner

Reverse DescriptionWheat ears

Reverse CreatorVictor David Brenner

Mint or Printing PressPhiladelphia

Diameter19mm

Thickness-

Production TypeCoin

Edge TypePlain

Mintage-

Coins Topic/ThemeLincoln

Country / EmpireUnited States

Start Year1944

End Year-

Coin Product NameLincoln Penny

Mint Mark-

Obverse ObjectsPortrait

Reverse ObjectsWheat

ShapeRound

MaterialCopper

Design Variation-

Design Variation Details-

Year Displayed1944

Variation Details

Grading Company-

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Coins Error-

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