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1910-S

Small Cents · Lincoln Wheat Cents · 1909–1958
Semi-key
Weight3.11 g
Diameter19 mm
MintSan Francisco
StrikeCirculation strike
Mintage 6,045,000
EdgePlain
Alignment↑↓ Coin
Composition95% Copper, 5% Tin & Zinc
DesignerVictor D. Brenner
Collector's Key IDCK-434

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About this coinHistory

The 1910-S Lincoln cent was struck in a mintage of approximately 6.0 million coins at San Francisco, a low figure that makes it a semi-key in the early Lincoln series. San Francisco's cent production in the early years was consistently lower than Philadelphia's, and the S-mint dates from 1909-1915 are all scarcer than their Philadelphia counterparts.

The 1910-S is available in circulated grades but commands a premium. Good to Fine examples are achievable. Very Fine and Extremely Fine become progressively harder to find. The coin saw normal commercial circulation on the West Coast, where San Francisco cents entered the money supply. A well-preserved example with original surfaces is a solid early Lincoln semi-key.

Price guideReference

Reference data only — not an appraisal.

GradeDescriptionLowHigh
G-4 Good (G) $12.50 $14.50
VG-8 Very Good (VG) $14.50 $16.50
F-12 Fine (F) $17 $19.50
VF-20 Very Fine (VF) $25 $29
EF-40 Extremely Fine (EF) $45 $52
AU-50 About Uncirculated (AU) $67 $77
MS-60 Uncirculated (MS) $86 $99
MS-63 Choice Uncirculated (MS) $151 $160
Frequently Asked QuestionsFAQ
How much is a 1910-S Lincoln Wheat Cent worth?
In Good condition it runs about $12.50–$14.50, rising to roughly $86–$99 in Uncirculated. These are reference values, not an appraisal.
How many 1910-S Lincoln Wheat Cents were minted?
6,045,000 were struck.
What is a 1910-S Lincoln Wheat Cent made of?
95% Copper, 5% Tin & Zinc, weighing 3.11 g.
What is the melt value of a 1910-S Lincoln Wheat Cent?
Its melt value is its metal content multiplied by the current spot price. See our melt calculator on the metals pages for a live figure.
Is the 1910-S Lincoln Wheat Cent a key date?
It's a semi-key date — scarcer than common issues but more available than the series' key dates.