1935 S United States Wheat Cent Coins San Francisco Mint AU+

Description: 1935 S United States Wheat Cent Coins San Francisco Mint Condition AU+ The Lincoln Wheat cent, also known as the "Wheat Penny," was first issued in 1909 to commemorate the 100th anniversary of Abraham Lincoln's birth. It was designed by Victor David Brenner and produced by the U.S. Mint until 1958, when it was replaced by the Lincoln Memorial design. Key features of the Lincoln Wheat cent: - **Obverse (front)**: Features a portrait of Abraham Lincoln, making it the first U.S. coin to depict a real historical figure. The word "LIBERTY" is on the left, with the date and mint mark on the right. - **Reverse (back)**: Shows two wheat stalks on either side of the words "ONE CENT" and "UNITED STATES OF AMERICA." Above is the Latin motto "E PLURIBUS UNUM." This simple, rustic design reflects the agricultural history of the U.S. - **Composition**: From 1909 to 1942, the coin was composed of 95% copper and 5% tin and zinc. During World War II, in 1943, the Mint made the penny out of zinc-coated steel to save copper for the war effort. These 1943 "steel pennies" are unique but prone to rust. In 1944, copper cents returned, using recycled brass shell casings from the war. - **Key Dates**: Like the Indian Head cent, some Lincoln Wheat cents are highly valuable due to low mintage or errors. The 1909-S VDB (with the designer’s initials on the reverse) and the 1914-D are two of the rarest and most valuable dates. The 1955 "doubled die" penny, which features a prominent doubling of the date and inscriptions, is also famous among collectors. - **Collectability**: Wheat pennies are a favorite among collectors due to their historical significance and relative availability. Common dates can still be found in circulation, while rare dates can be worth significant amounts depending on their condition. Do you have a collection of Lincoln Wheat cents, or are you looking for more information on specific years or coins?

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Location: Hallandale, Florida

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