1930 (S) Lincoln Wheat Cent

Coin Details

Auction Record

$288 MS67BN 06-02-2010 Goldberg Auctioneers

Description

A cent from the San Francisco Mint, the 1930 (S) Lincoln Wheat Cent belongs to the Lincoln Wheat Cents 1909-1958 series. With a mintage of 24.3 million, this is a less common issue — 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. Struck during the Great Depression, when mintages dropped sharply and the United States abandoned the gold standard in 1933. 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 $0 to $15 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 #2609.