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1915

Small Cents · Lincoln Wheat Cents · 1909–1958
Regular
Weight3.11 g
Diameter19 mm
MintPhiladelphia
StrikeCirculation strike
Mintage 29,092,120
EdgePlain
Alignment↑↓ Coin
Composition95% Copper, 5% Tin & Zinc
DesignerVictor D. Brenner
Collector's Key IDCK-452

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About this coinHistory

The 1915 Lincoln cent from Philadelphia was produced in approximately 29.1 million coins, a lower figure than the surrounding years. The lower mintage gives the 1915 a modest premium over the highest-production dates but does not make it a semi-key. The coin circulated during the early years of World War I in Europe, which was already affecting American trade and commerce even before the U.S. entered the war.

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Reference data only — not an appraisal.

GradeDescriptionLowHigh
G-4 Good (G) $2 $2.50
VG-8 Very Good (VG) $3 $3
F-12 Fine (F) $4 $4.50
VF-20 Very Fine (VF) $14.50 $16.50
EF-40 Extremely Fine (EF) $45 $52
AU-50 About Uncirculated (AU) $57 $65
MS-60 Uncirculated (MS) $80 $92
MS-63 Choice Uncirculated (MS) $111 $118
Frequently Asked QuestionsFAQ
How much is a 1915 Lincoln Wheat Cent worth?
In Good condition it runs about $2–$2.50, rising to roughly $80–$92 in Uncirculated. These are reference values, not an appraisal.
How many 1915 Lincoln Wheat Cents were minted?
29,092,120 were struck.
What is a 1915 Lincoln Wheat Cent made of?
95% Copper, 5% Tin & Zinc, weighing 3.11 g.
What is the melt value of a 1915 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 1915 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.