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1913

Small Cents · Lincoln Wheat Cents · 1909–1958
Regular
Weight3.11 g
Diameter19 mm
MintPhiladelphia
StrikeCirculation strike
Mintage 76,532,352
EdgePlain
Alignment↑↓ Coin
Composition95% Copper, 5% Tin & Zinc
DesignerVictor D. Brenner
Collector's Key IDCK-443

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About this coinHistory

The 1913 Lincoln cent from Philadelphia was struck in over 76 million coins. The Federal Reserve Act was signed into law in December 1913, creating the central banking system that would reshape American monetary policy. Henry Ford introduced the moving assembly line, and the $5 workday would follow in 1914. The cent circulated in an economy on the cusp of transformation. The 1913 is a common date.

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Reference data only — not an appraisal.

GradeDescriptionLowHigh
G-4 Good (G) $0.80 $0.95
VG-8 Very Good (VG) $1 $1
F-12 Fine (F) $2.50 $2.50
VF-20 Very Fine (VF) $3 $3.50
EF-40 Extremely Fine (EF) $19.50 $23
AU-50 About Uncirculated (AU) $28 $32
MS-60 Uncirculated (MS) $33 $38
MS-63 Choice Uncirculated (MS) $69 $73
Frequently Asked QuestionsFAQ
How much is a 1913 Lincoln Wheat Cent worth?
In Good condition it runs about $0.80–$0.95, rising to roughly $33–$38 in Uncirculated. These are reference values, not an appraisal.
How many 1913 Lincoln Wheat Cents were minted?
76,532,352 were struck.
What is a 1913 Lincoln Wheat Cent made of?
95% Copper, 5% Tin & Zinc, weighing 3.11 g.
What is the melt value of a 1913 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 1913 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.