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1911

Small Cents · Lincoln Wheat Cents · 1909–1958
Regular
Weight3.11 g
Diameter19 mm
MintPhiladelphia
StrikeCirculation strike
Mintage 101,177,787
EdgePlain
Alignment↑↓ Coin
Composition95% Copper, 5% Tin & Zinc
DesignerVictor D. Brenner
Collector's Key IDCK-436

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Varieties & References

No additional varieties recorded for this strike.

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About this coinHistory

The 1911 Lincoln cent from Philadelphia was struck in a mintage of over 101 million coins. The design was now in its third year, thoroughly established as the face of the American cent. The coin is common in all grades. William Howard Taft was president, the Triangle Shirtwaist fire killed 146 garment workers in New York, and Standard Oil was broken up by the Supreme Court. The cent circulated through an era of Progressive reform and industrial tragedy.

Price guideReference

Reference data only — not an appraisal.

GradeDescriptionLowHigh
G-4 Good (G) $0.40 $0.45
VG-8 Very Good (VG) $0.55 $0.65
F-12 Fine (F) $1 $1.50
VF-20 Very Fine (VF) $2 $2.50
EF-40 Extremely Fine (EF) $6.50 $7.50
AU-50 About Uncirculated (AU) $10 $11.50
MS-60 Uncirculated (MS) $16.50 $19
MS-63 Choice Uncirculated (MS) $52 $55
Frequently Asked QuestionsFAQ
How much is a 1911 Lincoln Wheat Cent worth?
In Good condition it runs about $0.40–$0.45, rising to roughly $16.50–$19 in Uncirculated. These are reference values, not an appraisal.
How many 1911 Lincoln Wheat Cents were minted?
101,177,787 were struck.
What is a 1911 Lincoln Wheat Cent made of?
95% Copper, 5% Tin & Zinc, weighing 3.11 g.
What is the melt value of a 1911 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 1911 Lincoln Wheat Cent a key date?
It's a more common date overall, though scarcer die varieties may carry a premium — see the varieties list.