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Philadelphia mint variety value, specifications, and images for the 1945 lincoln wheat one cent coin from the united states of america. The year 1945 was year zero for me personally since i was born that year. Nov 15, 2014 rare pennies one of the great things about collecting pennies, and coins in general, is that they tend to last a long time. Indepth overview and values of the lincoln wheat penny, first produced by the u.

Value of 1945d lincoln wheat cent, key date prices and images. Like all other wheat pennies except for those produced in 1943, the 1955 wheat penny was made with a composition of 95% copper and 5% zinc. Though, technically, there are still lincoln pennies around today, those from the 1930s and earlier are the pieces that collectors want to get their hands on. Value of 1940d lincoln wheat cent, key date prices and images. Compared to other wheat cents from that era, the 1945 wheat cent is very common. You can sometimes raise the value by having it certified this will help you sell it on a omline auction such as ebay to. Get the best deals on 1945 lincoln wheat us small cents when you shop the. Wheat pennies values searching for error coins worth money continues to be a growing hobby. The value of old coins found in pocket change see how much your old pennies, quarters. You can sometimes raise the value by having it certified this will help you. Wheat pennies were briefly made of steel in 1943, but a few mostly copper. Rare and valuable pennies found in circulation today 1984 double ear lincoln double ear lincoln penny. Whats more, the fact that these coins are no longer being produced means that their value is inherently rising all the time. There were no steel pennies minted in the year 1945.

Opposite that inscription is one that marks the 1945 year of minting. In addition to the pennys mint year and edition, the coins overall condition is. A 1945 wheat penny is worth between 2 and 5 times its face value in a none auctin situation. This book helped me learn that the year 1945 was filled with a complex mix of exultation, hunger, revenge and hope. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. But, what the highest price was at private auctions for each wheat penny. If you see a wheat penny, keep itits already worth 3 cents, and depending on its condition and year, its could be worth thousands of dollars. I have generally assumed that it was a happy year since it included both the end of world war ii and my birth. A breakdown of 1949 lincoln penny mintage figures paints a picture of plenty for onecent. Even though the coin has an insignificant face value, the age of the 1945 lincoln penny makes it desirable to collectors. Sealed box of 5x 2020 silver proof sets at cost for sale. The indian head penny was introduced in 1859 with a composition of 88 percent copper and 12 percent nickel and a diameter of 19 mm and a weight of 4. The date on the image can be different from the year selected. All lincoln cents struck from 1944 through 1946 were made with metal from recycled shell casings deriving from use during world war ii.

Originally struck in 95% copper, the cent coin was changed for one year to steel. A penny minted at the turn of the 20th century doesnt look that much different from a coin minted in 20. Value of 1950d lincoln wheat cent, key date prices and images. The next time you get change back from the twix you. All coins struck by the united states government with a value of 1100 of a dollar. Coin collecting free delivery possible on eligible purchases. The lincoln penny is one of the most recognizable coins ever produced by the us mint. Aug 05, 2015 there were no steel pennies minted in the year 1945. And if its been in circulation all this time its not going to be in very. According to the red book, the mostrespected book on coin values, a 1947 wheat penny in very good condition is worth about five cents which is what a dealer would. Rare pennies with images rare pennies, valuable coins. In 1864 the composition was changed to 95 percent copper and 5 percent tin with a reduced weight of 3. The obverse side of the 1945 lincoln penny is dominated in the center by the. Here we have a coin that has more historical value than a monetary one.

It was a good year for the allies but not for the axis powers. The mintage figure for the 1945 is 1,040,515,000 so it is far from scarce. The 1943 silver colored penny is a wartime issue made of steel, and coated with zinc. Get the best deals on 1945 lincoln wheat us small cents when you. My coin book from 1991 puts the value of a 1945 penny in very fine condition at 10 cents. Feb 08, 2008 the 1943 silver colored penny is a wartime issue made of steel, and coated with zinc. These to sites list the nominal or retail value of rare coins. Reserved error 1945 us american lincoln wheat penny coin one. All coins struck by the united states government with a value of 1 100 of a dollar. During world war ii, copper was so badly needed for the war effort to make shell casings that the u. Licoln wheat usa one cent penny values, pg 6 1946 to 1952 licoln wheat usa one cent penny values, pg 7 1953 to 1958 doubled obverse.

The 1909s vdb is one of the most popular rare coins from the modern era. If you come across a 1947 wheat penny, dont get too excited. That, however, doesnt mean 1949 lincoln cents are necessarily scarce. Value of 1945 d lincoln wheat cent, key date prices and images. Rare ww2era copper wheat pennies known as a wheat cent are. The melt value shown below is how valuable the coins metal is worth bare. Production of lincoln wheat penny coins in 1945 yielded more than one billion coins for commerce, meaning the pennies from that year are quite common even to this day in all circulated grades and in many of the uncirculated grades.

In 1857 a small cent coin was introduced that featured a flying eagle on the obverse. As part of a set or collection, however, and at auction it could go for 25 to 50 dollars. It is a very common coin unfortunately, and unless it is a brilliant uncirculated example in high grade it is only worth a few cents. Shop 1945 p lincoln wheat penny good and more authentic and unique collectibles coins at amazons collectible coins store. Production problems limited the coin to only two years. The cool thing about both of the 1944 and 1945 cents is that they were made from used shell casings that were collected during wwii. Jun 17, 2017 compared to other wheat cents from that era, the 1945 wheat cent is very common. Feb 11, 2006 a 1945 wheat penny is worth between 2 and 5 times its face value in a none auctin situation.

The pennies had a large circulation that year with 195 million 1947, 191 million 1947d and 99 million 1947s. As a footnote, 1945 pennies are not made with the usual 95 percent copper, 5 percent tin and zinc composition common for most years of lincoln wheat penny coins. Wheat pennies, indian head pennies and baseball cards. Reserved error 1945 us american lincoln wheat penny coin. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. Based on its condition prices vary, and go up and down depending on the grade of your wheat penny. The lincoln cent is a onecent coin that has been struck by the united states mint since 1909. Licoln wheat usa one cent penny values, pg 5 1939 to 1945.