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1929-D

Small Cents · Lincoln Wheat Cents · 1909–1958
Regular
Weight3.11 g
Diameter19 mm
MintDenver
StrikeCirculation strike
Mintage 41,730,000
EdgePlain
Alignment↑↓ Coin
Composition95% Copper, 5% Tin & Zinc
DesignerVictor D. Brenner
Collector's Key IDCK-494

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About this coinHistory

The 1929-D Lincoln cent was produced in approximately 41.7 million coins. Common and available.

Price guideReference

Reference data only — not an appraisal.

GradeDescriptionLowHigh
G-4 Good (G) $0.40 $0.45
VG-8 Very Good (VG) $0.70 $0.80
F-12 Fine (F) $1 $1
VF-20 Very Fine (VF) $2 $2
EF-40 Extremely Fine (EF) $5.50 $6.50
AU-50 About Uncirculated (AU) $12.50 $14.50
MS-60 Uncirculated (MS) $25 $29
MS-63 Choice Uncirculated (MS) $52 $55
Frequently Asked QuestionsFAQ
How much is a 1929-D Lincoln Wheat Cent worth?
In Good condition it runs about $0.40–$0.45, rising to roughly $25–$29 in Uncirculated. These are reference values, not an appraisal.
How many 1929-D Lincoln Wheat Cents were minted?
41,730,000 were struck.
What is a 1929-D Lincoln Wheat Cent made of?
95% Copper, 5% Tin & Zinc, weighing 3.11 g.
What is the melt value of a 1929-D 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 1929-D 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.