1917-D Wheat Penny

The 1917-D Wheat Penny has an average mintage of over 55 million from the Denver Mint. This middle of the road amount has most likely driven the price of this coin down compared to some of the others in the series, although it is also higher than some in the series, making it just about average. But the 1917-D Wheat Penny itself is anything but average. This is an attractive coin that would make a great addition to a Wheat Penny series collection.

History of the 1917-D Wheat Penny

The 1917-D Wheat Penny carries value due to it being minted at the Denver Mint. When looking for your ideal 1917-D Wheat Penny to add to your collection, cherrypicking is advised to ensure a sharp strike and an attractive luster. 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, with the D mint mark under the date. The reverse features two stalks of durum wheat.