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1934

Small Cents · Lincoln Wheat Cents · 1909–1958
Regular
Weight3.11 g
Diameter19 mm
MintPhiladelphia
StrikeCirculation strike
Mintage 219,080,000
EdgePlain
Alignment↑↓ Coin
Composition95% Copper, 5% Tin & Zinc
DesignerVictor D. Brenner
Collector's Key IDCK-506
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Varieties & References

No additional varieties recorded for this strike.

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About this coinHistory

The 1934 Lincoln cent from Philadelphia was produced in approximately 219.1 million coins, a dramatic recovery from the Depression lows. The economy was responding to New Deal programs, and demand for coinage was returning. The 1934 marks the turning point between the low-mintage Depression years and the high-production era that followed. The coin is common.

Price guideReference

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GradeDescriptionLowHigh
G-4 Good (G) $0.10 $0.15
VG-8 Very Good (VG) $0.15 $0.15
F-12 Fine (F) $0.15 $0.20
VF-20 Very Fine (VF) $0.25 $0.25
EF-40 Extremely Fine (EF) $0.80 $0.95
AU-50 About Uncirculated (AU) $3 $3.50
MS-60 Uncirculated (MS) $5.50 $6.50
MS-63 Choice Uncirculated (MS) $8.50 $9
Frequently Asked QuestionsFAQ
How much is a 1934 Lincoln Wheat Cent worth?
In Good condition it runs about $0.10–$0.15, rising to roughly $5.50–$6.50 in Uncirculated. These are reference values, not an appraisal.
How many 1934 Lincoln Wheat Cents were minted?
219,080,000 were struck.
What is a 1934 Lincoln Wheat Cent made of?
95% Copper, 5% Tin & Zinc, weighing 3.11 g.
What is the melt value of a 1934 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 1934 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.