1931 Lincoln Wheat Cent
| Weight | 3.11 grams |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Mint | Philadelphia |
| Mintage | 19,396,000 |
| Edge | Plain |
| Alignment | ↑↓ Coin |
| Composition | 95% Copper, 5% Tin & Zinc |
| Designer | Victor D. Brenner |
| Collector's Key ID | CK-499 |
The 1931 Lincoln cent from Philadelphia was struck in approximately 19.4 million coins, a sharp decline reflecting the Depression's impact on economic activity and coin demand. The lower mintage gives the 1931 a modest premium but does not make it a semi-key. The economy was in its second year of contraction, and the Mint was producing less of everything.
| Grade | Description | Typical Price |
|---|---|---|
| G-4 | Good (G) | $0.80–$0.95 |
| VG-8 | Very Good (VG) | $1 |
| F-12 | Fine (F) | $1.50 |
| VF-20 | Very Fine (VF) | $2 |
| EF-40 | Extremely Fine (EF) | $3–$3.50 |
| AU-50 | About Uncirculated (AU) | $7–$8.50 |
| MS-60 | Uncirculated (MS) | $16.50–$19 |
| MS-63 | Choice Uncirculated (MS) | $37–$39 |
This table is for educational purposes only and is intended to illustrate general market price trends and pricing steps between grades. Actual market conditions may vary significantly, especially for rarer pieces that often command premiums above the ranges shown here.
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