1911 Wheat Penny
The 1911 version of the Wheat Penny is worth on average $500.00 if in Mint State (uncirculated), while one in poor condition will have a value of just $4.00. If the coin has an error, or is certified, this will further add to its appeal and raise its price numismatically speaking.
- Year: 1911
- Mint: No Mint Mark
- Type: Lincoln Wheat Cent
- Mintage: 101,177,000
- Metal: 95% copper 5% zinc
- What's it worth?: $500.00 to $4.00
There are 2 main 1911 Wheat Penny colors to look out for. The RB (Red Brown) is selling for $250 in MS65 condition at the moment, while the RD (Red) is selling for as much as $500. MS66 versions can sell for as much as $1000, making this coin seriously coveted by penny collectors.
In terms of color it might be best to either have this coin certified or buy it currently certified. Not everyone can agree on color, and when there are such price discrepancies related to color, it's best to have a third party decide.
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Common Questions
The mint mark is located on the right under the date. If no mark is present the coin was produced at the Philadelphia mint.
The 16th president of the United States President Lincoln is on the front of the Wheat Cent. The Penny is the first widely distributed coin to feature an American President. Previously coin faces were reserved for Kings, Queens, and Royalty.
The Wheat Penny has a weight of 2.5 g.