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1938-D
Small Cents · Lincoln Wheat Cents · 1909–1958
| Weight | 3.11 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Mint | Denver |
| Strike | Circulation strike |
| Mintage | 20,010,000 |
| Edge | Plain |
| Alignment | ↑↓ Coin |
| Composition | 95% Copper, 5% Tin & Zinc |
| Melt value | — |
| Designer | Victor D. Brenner |
| Collector's Key ID | CK-523 |
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Varieties & References
No additional varieties recorded for this strike.
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About this coinHistory
The 1938-D Lincoln cent was struck in approximately 20.0 million coins. Common.
Price guideReference
Reference data only — not an appraisal.
| Grade | Description | Low | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| G-4 | Good (G) | $0.15 | $0.20 |
| VG-8 | Very Good (VG) | $0.25 | $0.25 |
| F-12 | Fine (F) | $0.40 | $0.45 |
| VF-20 | Very Fine (VF) | $0.65 | $0.75 |
| EF-40 | Extremely Fine (EF) | $1 | $1 |
| AU-50 | About Uncirculated (AU) | $2.50 | $2.50 |
| MS-60 | Uncirculated (MS) | $3 | $3.50 |
| MS-63 | Choice Uncirculated (MS) | $7.50 | $8 |
Frequently Asked QuestionsFAQ
How much is a 1938-D Lincoln Wheat Cent worth?
In Good condition it runs about $0.15–$0.20, rising to roughly $3–$3.50 in Uncirculated. These are reference values, not an appraisal.
How many 1938-D Lincoln Wheat Cents were minted?
20,010,000 were struck.
What is a 1938-D Lincoln Wheat Cent made of?
95% Copper, 5% Tin & Zinc, weighing 3.11 g.
What is the melt value of a 1938-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 1938-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.
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