1915 Wheat Penny

The 1915 Wheat Penny had a total mintage of just over 29 million which was significantly less than the roughly 75 million of the previous year from the Philadelphia Mint. The 1915 Wheat Penny is much less scarce even with its lower mintage and, therefore, is much more affordable, even in the highest grades. When searching for a 1915 Wheat Penny, look for one with a sharp strike and an attractive luster. Colors can range from brown to red with Full Reds in the highest grades commanding the highest prices. 

 

History of the 1915 Wheat Penny

The 1915 Wheat Penny is a great coin to help fill out your Wheat Penny collection. Coming off the heels of the expensive 1914 minted Wheat Penny coins, the 1915 Wheat Penny provides value and worth, but for much less cost. The Wheat Penny was designed by Victor David Brenner. President Theodore Roosevelt wanted to prepare new coin designs that had more artistic merit. He chose Brenner based on a plaque he created with Lincoln’s profile. The Wheat Penny depicts a bust and profile of Abraham Lincoln on the obverse. The reverse features two stalks of durum wheat. The Wheat Penny series is an affordable series for collectors looking to complete their project at a more accessible cost.

 

1915 Wheat Penny Worth

The 1915 Wheat Penny value ranges from under $1000 for Mint State coins with a lighter brown to upwards of $32,000 for Full Red versions. It is worthwhile to cherrypick your ideal 1915 Wheat Penny to ensure you find with a sharp strike and an attractive luster. This coin would make a great addition to any Wheat Penny series collection. 

 

Type of coin: Penny

Year: 1915 Wheat Penny

Wheat Penny Mint Mark: Philadelphia

Total mintage: 29,090,970

Metal content: 95% Copper, 5% Tin and Zinc

Face value: 1 cent

Weight: 3.11 grams

Edge: Plain

Designer: Victor David Brenner

Diameter: 19.00 millimeters