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1941 Doubled Die Obverse

Small Cents · Lincoln Wheat Cents · 1909–1958
Variety
Weight3.11 g
Diameter19 mm
MintPhiladelphia
StrikeCirculation strike
Mintage 887,018,000 Combined mintage for all 1941 Philadelphia varieties
EdgePlain
Alignment↑↓ Coin
Composition95% Copper, 5% Tin & Zinc
DesignerVictor D. Brenner
Collector's Key IDCK-535

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About this coinHistory

The 1941 Doubled Die Obverse shows visible doubling in the date and inscriptions. The variety is recognized by grading services and collected by doubled die specialists. The doubling is identifiable under magnification, with the date digits showing the clearest offset.

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GradeDescriptionLowHigh
G-4 Good (G)
VG-8 Very Good (VG)
F-12 Fine (F)
VF-20 Very Fine (VF)
EF-40 Extremely Fine (EF)
AU-50 About Uncirculated (AU)
MS-60 Uncirculated (MS)
MS-63 Choice Uncirculated (MS)
Frequently Asked QuestionsFAQ
How many 1941 Doubled Die Obverse Lincoln Wheat Cents were minted?
887,018,000 were struck (Combined mintage for all 1941 Philadelphia varieties).
What is a 1941 Doubled Die Obverse Lincoln Wheat Cent made of?
95% Copper, 5% Tin & Zinc, weighing 3.11 g.
What is the melt value of a 1941 Doubled Die Obverse 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 1941 Doubled Die Obverse 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.