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The Lincoln cent (sometimes called the Lincoln penny) is a one-cent coin that has been struck by the United States Mint since 1909. The obverse or heads side was designed by Victor David Brenner, as was the original reverse, depicting two stalks of wheat (thus "wheat pennies", struck 1909–1958).
23 Μαΐ 2016 · Minted from 1909 through 1958, Lincoln wheat pennies were among the longest-running United States coin series in history.
9 Ιουν 2021 · There have been more than a dozen varieties of Lincoln-based coins in U.S. history, but the Lincoln Wheat Penny is one of the most prominent ones. They’re definitely a collector’s must-have, but often some collectors have no accurate measure of how truly iconic this piece is.
18 Μαρ 2024 · Lincoln wheat cents (or wheat pennies) are American one-cent coins minted from 1909 to 1958, named for the wheat design on their reverse. The coins are a numismatic staple, with many hobbyists starting their collection with a wheat cent set. Nicknames for these coins are “wheaties” and “wheat backs.”
24 Οκτ 2023 · Lincoln Wheat Cents were made of bronze most years, with a couple of variations during the years of World War II. Because copper was a critical war material, cents in 1943 were produced on...
28 Φεβ 2023 · To determine if you have a wheat penny, you must look for a few key characteristics. The first is the date. Wheat pennies were produced from 1909 to 1958, so if your coin has a date outside of that range, it is not a true wheat penny. Design is another characteristic to look for.
Designed by Victor D. Brenner, it features Lincoln's profile on the obverse and two wheat stalks on the reverse. Minted until 1958, the Wheat Penny is celebrated for its historical significance and is a favorite among coin collectors. Continue reading to learn more about wheat penny history.
