Diameter: 19 mm
Mintage: 8,700,000
Weight: 3.11 grams (48 grains)
Metal: Bronze (95% copper, 5% tin and zinc)
Edge: Plain
Designer: Victor D. Brenner
The 1923-S Lincoln Wheat cent, struck at the San Francisco Mint, had a circulation mintage of 8,700,000 — a modest figure for the series. It is readily found in well-circulated grades but becomes a genuine condition rarity in Mint State, where sharply struck, fully red examples are scarce and bring strong premiums. Many survivors are softly struck, so eye appeal and strike quality matter a great deal to value.
What’s It Worth?
Values depend heavily on grade, strike, color, and authentication. For a current, no-obligation valuation of your coin, send a few photos to our coin experts — we actively buy Lincoln Wheat cents in every grade. Email info@coinappraiser.com or call 888-707-1564.