1917 (S) Lincoln Wheat Cent

Coin Details

Auction Record

$8,225 MS66+BN 05-17-2018 Legend Rare Coin Auctions

Description

The 1917 (S) Lincoln Wheat Cent was struck at the San Francisco Mint as a cent in the Lincoln Wheat Cents 1909-1958 series. The U.S. Mint produced 32.6 million examples, making this the lowest mintage among 3 mint variants, representing only 11% of total production. The obverse features Abraham Lincoln facing right, the first real person depicted on a U.S. circulating coin and the reverse displays two wheat stalks framing ONE CENT, symbolizing American agriculture. Minted during and after World War I, as America emerged as a global power and experienced the prosperity of the Roaring Twenties. The San Francisco Mint, a Gold Rush-era institution, now specializes in proof and collector coinage. Estimated market value ranges from $1 to $207 depending on grade and condition. Struck in 95% copper, 5% tin and zinc, weighing 3.11 grams, 19 mm in diameter, with a plain edge. Cataloged as PCGS #2501.