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1923

Small Cents · Lincoln Wheat Cents · 1909–1958
Regular
Weight3.11 g
Diameter19 mm
MintPhiladelphia
StrikeCirculation strike
Mintage 74,723,000
EdgePlain
Alignment↑↓ Coin
Composition95% Copper, 5% Tin & Zinc
DesignerVictor D. Brenner
Collector's Key IDCK-476

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About this coinHistory

The 1923 Lincoln cent from Philadelphia was produced in approximately 74.7 million coins. The Roaring Twenties were gathering momentum. Calvin Coolidge had assumed the presidency after Warren Harding's death, and the economy was beginning the expansion that would define the decade. The cent circulated through an era of jazz, automobiles, and consumer credit. The 1923 is a common date.

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GradeDescriptionLowHigh
G-4 Good (G) $0.30 $0.35
VG-8 Very Good (VG) $0.40 $0.45
F-12 Fine (F) $0.50 $0.60
VF-20 Very Fine (VF) $0.80 $0.95
EF-40 Extremely Fine (EF) $4 $4.50
AU-50 About Uncirculated (AU) $8 $9
MS-60 Uncirculated (MS) $12.50 $14.50
MS-63 Choice Uncirculated (MS) $32 $34
Frequently Asked QuestionsFAQ
How much is a 1923 Lincoln Wheat Cent worth?
In Good condition it runs about $0.30–$0.35, rising to roughly $12.50–$14.50 in Uncirculated. These are reference values, not an appraisal.
How many 1923 Lincoln Wheat Cents were minted?
74,723,000 were struck.
What is a 1923 Lincoln Wheat Cent made of?
95% Copper, 5% Tin & Zinc, weighing 3.11 g.
What is the melt value of a 1923 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 1923 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.