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1915-S

Small Cents · Lincoln Wheat Cents · 1909–1958
Regular
Weight3.11 g
Diameter19 mm
MintSan Francisco
StrikeCirculation strike
Mintage 4,833,000
EdgePlain
Alignment↑↓ Coin
Composition95% Copper, 5% Tin & Zinc
DesignerVictor D. Brenner
Collector's Key IDCK-454

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About this coinHistory

The 1915-S Lincoln cent was produced in approximately 4.8 million coins. The semi-key status of the S-mint dates continues through 1915. The coin is scarcer than the Philadelphia and Denver issues and carries a premium, particularly in grades above Fine. The 1915-S is one of the last pre-war S-mint cents before World War I reshaped the economy and the Mint's production priorities.

Price guideReference

Reference data only — not an appraisal.

GradeDescriptionLowHigh
G-4 Good (G) $12.50 $14.50
VG-8 Very Good (VG) $16.50 $19
F-12 Fine (F) $25 $29
VF-20 Very Fine (VF) $28 $32
EF-40 Extremely Fine (EF) $65 $75
AU-50 About Uncirculated (AU) $100 $116
MS-60 Uncirculated (MS) $183 $210
MS-63 Choice Uncirculated (MS) $545 $575
Frequently Asked QuestionsFAQ
How much is a 1915-S Lincoln Wheat Cent worth?
In Good condition it runs about $12.50–$14.50, rising to roughly $183–$210 in Uncirculated. These are reference values, not an appraisal.
How many 1915-S Lincoln Wheat Cents were minted?
4,833,000 were struck.
What is a 1915-S Lincoln Wheat Cent made of?
95% Copper, 5% Tin & Zinc, weighing 3.11 g.
What is the melt value of a 1915-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 1915-S 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.