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1917-S

Small Cents · Lincoln Wheat Cents · 1909–1958
Regular
Weight3.11 g
Diameter19 mm
MintSan Francisco
StrikeCirculation strike
Mintage 32,620,000
EdgePlain
Alignment↑↓ Coin
Composition95% Copper, 5% Tin & Zinc
DesignerVictor D. Brenner
Collector's Key IDCK-462

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About this coinHistory

The 1917-S Lincoln cent was struck in approximately 32.6 million coins. San Francisco's wartime production was significantly higher than its pre-war output, reflecting the national mobilization that increased demand for coinage. The 1917-S is common and does not carry the premiums of the earlier S-mint dates.

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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) $2 $2.50
EF-40 Extremely Fine (EF) $12.50 $14.50
AU-50 About Uncirculated (AU) $25 $29
MS-60 Uncirculated (MS) $67 $77
MS-63 Choice Uncirculated (MS) $176 $186
Frequently Asked QuestionsFAQ
How much is a 1917-S Lincoln Wheat Cent worth?
In Good condition it runs about $0.80–$0.95, rising to roughly $67–$77 in Uncirculated. These are reference values, not an appraisal.
How many 1917-S Lincoln Wheat Cents were minted?
32,620,000 were struck.
What is a 1917-S Lincoln Wheat Cent made of?
95% Copper, 5% Tin & Zinc, weighing 3.11 g.
What is the melt value of a 1917-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 1917-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.