1924 (S) Lincoln Wheat Cent
Strike Type
Coin Details
Value Estimates
Values as of May 2026 — estimates reflect typical grades (G-4 through MS-63). Coins in lower or exceptional grades may fall outside this range.
Auction Record
$3,173 MS65BN 12-14-2017 Legend Rare Coin Auctions
Description
The 1924 (S) Lincoln Wheat Cent is a cent produced at the San Francisco Mint as part of the Lincoln Wheat Cents 1909-1958 series. With a mintage of 11.7 million, this is a less common issue — ranked 2nd of 3 mint variants by mintage, with 13% of production. The obverse features Abraham Lincoln facing right, the first real person depicted on a U.S. circulating coin and the reverse displays two wheat stalks framing ONE CENT, symbolizing American agriculture. The 1924-D is a semi-key date with relatively low mintage for the era. Struck at the San Francisco Mint, established during the California Gold Rush and now primarily producing proof and collector coins. Estimated market value ranges from $3 to $438 depending on grade and condition. Struck in 95% copper, 5% tin and zinc, weighing 3.11 grams, 19 mm in diameter, with a plain edge. Cataloged as PCGS #2555.
External References
Error Varieties(6)
1924-S Doubled Die Obverse DDO-001
1924-S Doubled Die Reverse DDR-001
1924-S Doubled Die Reverse WDDR-001
1924-S Repunched Mintmark RPM-001
RCD-1c-1924S-01R Retained Cud
