1924 (S) Lincoln Wheat Cent
Strike Type
Coin Details
Value Estimates
Values as of May 2026 — estimates reflect typical grades (G-4 through MS-63). Coins in lower or exceptional grades may fall outside this range.
Auction Record
$3,173 MS65BN 12-14-2017 Legend Rare Coin Auctions
Description
The 1924 (S) Lincoln Wheat Cent represents a San Francisco Mint issue from the Lincoln Wheat Cents 1909-1958 series. With a mintage of 11.7 million, this is a less common issue — ranked 2nd of 3 mint variants by mintage, with 13% of 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. The 1924-D is a semi-key date with relatively low mintage for the era. Coined at the San Francisco Mint, which transitioned from Gold Rush-era production to its modern role producing proof and collector issues. Estimated market value ranges from $3 to $438 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 #2555.
External References
Error Varieties(7)
Verified Errors
1924-S Doubled Die Obverse DDO-001
1924-S Doubled Die Reverse DDR-001
1924-S Doubled Die Reverse WDDR-001
1924-S Repunched Mintmark RPM-001
RCD-1c-1924S-01R Retained Cud
RCD-1c-1924S-02R Retained Cud
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