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1919

Small Cents · Lincoln Wheat Cents · 1909–1958
Regular
Weight3.11 g
Diameter19 mm
MintPhiladelphia
StrikeCirculation strike
Mintage 392,021,000
EdgePlain
Alignment↑↓ Coin
Composition95% Copper, 5% Tin & Zinc
DesignerVictor D. Brenner
Collector's Key IDCK-466

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About this coinHistory

The 1919 Lincoln cent from Philadelphia was produced in approximately 392.0 million coins, another massive wartime-level output even though the war had ended in November 1918. The economy was transitioning from wartime to peacetime production, but the demand for coinage remained high as soldiers returned and consumer spending surged. The 1919 is one of the most plentiful Wheat cents.

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Reference data only — not an appraisal.

GradeDescriptionLowHigh
G-4 Good (G) $0.20 $0.25
VG-8 Very Good (VG) $0.30 $0.30
F-12 Fine (F) $0.30 $0.35
VF-20 Very Fine (VF) $0.80 $0.95
EF-40 Extremely Fine (EF) $2.50 $3
AU-50 About Uncirculated (AU) $4 $4.50
MS-60 Uncirculated (MS) $12.50 $14.50
MS-63 Choice Uncirculated (MS) $26 $27
Frequently Asked QuestionsFAQ
How much is a 1919 Lincoln Wheat Cent worth?
In Good condition it runs about $0.20–$0.25, rising to roughly $12.50–$14.50 in Uncirculated. These are reference values, not an appraisal.
How many 1919 Lincoln Wheat Cents were minted?
392,021,000 were struck.
What is a 1919 Lincoln Wheat Cent made of?
95% Copper, 5% Tin & Zinc, weighing 3.11 g.
What is the melt value of a 1919 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 1919 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.