Lot 441
1909, 1914, 1946, 1954, 1956 Wheat and 1960 Lincoln Pennies
Sold December 12, 2025
- Price realized
- $200
Price realized is the winning bid (hammer price) and excludes buyer’s premium.
About this lot
Estimated Value: $225-400
Origin: United States
Denomination: One Cent
Year: 1909, 1914,1946, 1954, 1956, and 1960
Mint: Philadelphia and Denver
Grade/Condition: Various Conditions
Metal: Copper
Weight (+/- 0.2g): Estimated Total: 132.05 Grams
Additional Description: The 1909, 1914, 1946, 1954, and 1956 Wheat pennies represent distinct milestones in the long-running Lincoln cent series. Introduced in 1909 to commemorate Abraham Lincoln’s centennial, the coin’s obverse presents a dignified portrait of the president, while the reverse features the iconic wheat ears, symbolizing prosperity and the nation’s agrarian roots.
The 1909 issue, particularly the 1909-S, is highly sought after as the inaugural year of the Lincoln cent. The 1914 pennies, struck in Philadelphia and San Francisco, are noted for their strong design and modest mintages, making them attractive to collectors. By 1946 and 1956, the Wheat cent had become a familiar, widely circulated coin, quietly reflecting post-war America’s economy and stability.
Together, these coins illustrate over four decades of consistent design and cultural resonance, each one a tangible piece of American history and a testament to the enduring legacy of Lincoln’s image on the nation’s smallest denomination.
Lot details
- Lot
- 441
- Auction
- Gold and Silver Showcase
- Closed
- December 12, 2025
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