Wheat Penny

In 1909 the US Mint began producing the Lincoln one cent type coins. This year was selected to commemorate the 100th anniversary of Lincoln's birthday. It is known as the "Wheat Penny" because of the wheat stalks found on the reverse side. New York sculptor Victor David Brenner designed the coin and his initials V.D.B. can be found on the reverse side of some 1909 issues. The wheat penny design was minted until 1958 when the wheat stalks were replaced with the Lincoln Memorial in 1959 to commemorate Lincoln’s sesquicentennial.

Wheat Penny

1909 VDB Lincoln Wheat Penny - NGC MS64RB

Stunning example of an original first minted Lincoln Wheat Penny. This Wheat Penny has lots of character and looks as fresh as they come. It is a definitely going to be a coin that will go up in value with Lincoln’s 200th birthday is occurring this year and four new cents will be minted to commemorate the event. Don’t let this VDB Wheat Cent get away!

1931-S Wheat Penny PCGS MS65RD CAC

This beautiful full red 1931-S Wheat Penny is certified by PCGS as MS65RD and it is CAC certified to be premuim for the grade. We offer this low mintage lincoln wheat penny with exceptional eye appeal at Coincollectionsstore.com.

1938 Proof Lincoln Wheat Penny - PCGS PR64RD

Awesome cherry red proof wheat penny! This is the 3rd year of proofs being resumed after a 22 year hiatus from production. This wheat penny would have easily made PR65RD if it wasn’t for a light spot near the back of Lincoln’s head. Truly and excellent example of a Type coin.