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1931-D

Small Cents · Lincoln Wheat Cents · 1909–1958
Regular
Weight3.11 g
Diameter19 mm
MintDenver
StrikeCirculation strike
Mintage 4,480,000
EdgePlain
Alignment↑↓ Coin
Composition95% Copper, 5% Tin & Zinc
DesignerVictor D. Brenner
Collector's Key IDCK-500

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About this coinHistory

The 1931-D Lincoln cent was produced in approximately 4.5 million coins, a low figure that gives the date a meaningful premium over common Denver cents. The Depression had reduced demand for coinage to Depression-era lows. The 1931-D is scarcer than most Denver Wheat cents and requires searching in grades above Fine.

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Reference data only — not an appraisal.

GradeDescriptionLowHigh
G-4 Good (G) $5.50 $6.50
VG-8 Very Good (VG) $6.50 $7.50
F-12 Fine (F) $7 $8.50
VF-20 Very Fine (VF) $8 $9
EF-40 Extremely Fine (EF) $12.50 $14.50
AU-50 About Uncirculated (AU) $28 $32
MS-60 Uncirculated (MS) $48 $55
MS-63 Choice Uncirculated (MS) $74 $78
Frequently Asked QuestionsFAQ
How much is a 1931-D Lincoln Wheat Cent worth?
In Good condition it runs about $5.50–$6.50, rising to roughly $48–$55 in Uncirculated. These are reference values, not an appraisal.
How many 1931-D Lincoln Wheat Cents were minted?
4,480,000 were struck.
What is a 1931-D Lincoln Wheat Cent made of?
95% Copper, 5% Tin & Zinc, weighing 3.11 g.
What is the melt value of a 1931-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 1931-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.