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1914

Small Cents · Lincoln Wheat Cents · 1909–1958
Regular
Weight3.11 g
Diameter19 mm
MintPhiladelphia
StrikeCirculation strike
Mintage 75,238,432
EdgePlain
Alignment↑↓ Coin
Composition95% Copper, 5% Tin & Zinc
DesignerVictor D. Brenner
Collector's Key IDCK-447

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About this coinHistory

The 1914 Lincoln cent from Philadelphia was produced in a mintage of over 75 million coins. World War I began in Europe in August 1914, though the United States would not enter the conflict until 1917. The cent is common, its massive mintage a reflection of an economy that was still at peace and growing. The 1914 Philadelphia cent shares its date with one of the most valuable coins in the series: the 1914-D.

Price guideReference

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) $1.50 $2
VF-20 Very Fine (VF) $4.50 $5.50
EF-40 Extremely Fine (EF) $16.50 $19
AU-50 About Uncirculated (AU) $36 $42
MS-60 Uncirculated (MS) $53 $61
MS-63 Choice Uncirculated (MS) $85 $90
Frequently Asked QuestionsFAQ
How much is a 1914 Lincoln Wheat Cent worth?
In Good condition it runs about $0.80–$0.95, rising to roughly $53–$61 in Uncirculated. These are reference values, not an appraisal.
How many 1914 Lincoln Wheat Cents were minted?
75,238,432 were struck.
What is a 1914 Lincoln Wheat Cent made of?
95% Copper, 5% Tin & Zinc, weighing 3.11 g.
What is the melt value of a 1914 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 1914 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.