The 1939 wheat pennies have value as numismatic coins. Keep reading to learn more about these one cent coins.
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Specifications
Type: Wheat Penny Year: 1939 Face Value: $0.01 Composition: 95% copper, 5% tin and zinc Total Weight: 3.11 grams
The US minted the 1939 wheat penny with no mint mark and also the 1939 D wheat penny and 1939 S wheat penny. The mint mark, when present, can be found on the obverse side of the coin below the date.
| 1939 | Philadelphia | 316,466,000 |
| 1939 D | Denver | 15,160,000 |
| 1939 S | San Francisco | 52,070,000 |
Value
The 1939 wheat penny with no mint mark is worth around $0.15 in good condition. In very fine condition the value is around $0.25. In extremely fine condition the value is around $0.50. In uncirculated condition the price is around $2 for coins with an MS 60 grade. Uncirculated coins with a grade of MS 63 can sell for around $3.
The 1939 D wheat penny is worth around $0.50 in good condition. In very fine condition the value is around $0.85. In extremely fine condition the value is around $1.25. In uncirculated condition the price is around $4 for coins with an MS 60 grade. Uncirculated coins with a grade of MS 63 can sell for around $5.
The 1939 S wheat penny is worth around $0.15 in good condition. In very fine condition the value is around $0.75. In extremely fine condition the value is around $1. In uncirculated condition the price is around $3 for coins with an MS 60 grade. Uncirculated coins with a grade of MS 63 can sell for around $4.
Proof coins with no mint mark are available and they are each valued at around $45 in PR 63 condition. There were 13,520 proof coins minted.
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Grading System
Good- The date is worn but visible. The lines in the wheat heads are not visible. The rims are full.
Very fine- Lincoln"s jawbone and cheekbone are worn but still separated. The wheat heads are not worn.
Extremely fine- There is only slight wear on the coin. All of the details are sharp.
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MS 60 uncirculated- There are no signs of wear. The coin has luster, but there may be a few stains, abrasions, or surface marks.
MS 63 choice uncirculated- In the major focal areas there are some blemishes or contact marks. The coin"s luster might not be as prominent.
PR 63 proof- This coin has reflective surfaces and only a few blemishes away from the major focal points. There are no major flaws.
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