1928 (S) Lincoln Wheat Cent

Coin Details

Auction Record

$2,000 MS66BN 11-25-2019 eBay

Description

The 1928 (S) Lincoln Wheat Cent represents a San Francisco Mint issue from the Lincoln Wheat Cents 1909-1958 series. With a mintage of 17.3 million, this is a less common issue — the lowest mintage among 3 mint variants, representing only 9% 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. San Francisco's storied mint, born of the California Gold Rush, has evolved into the primary producer of U.S. proof coins. Estimated market value ranges from $1 to $154 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 #2591.