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1926 Wheat Penny Value

1926 Wheat Penny

The 1926 Wheat Penny had a total mintage of over 157 million coins struck at the Philadelphia Mint. With such a large mintage, these coins are relatively available in circulated grades, as well as lower Mint State grades in uncirculated condition. The 1926 Wheat Penny is much more scarce in higher Mint State grades, and rare in Gem condition. Continue reading to learn more about 1926 wheat penny value.

 1926 Wheat Penny Value

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AUCTION RECORD: $408 • MS64BN

 

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History of the 1926 Wheat Penny

The 1926 Wheat Penny is a plentiful coin. Coins struck at the Philadelphia Mint were often well-struck and well-made making them a valuable coin to add to a Wheat Penny series collection, but at more affordable prices. Oftentimes, high mintage coins weren’t saved by collectors, instead being sent out into circulation, so it’s likely this is why the coin is rare in the highest grades. 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.

1926 Wheat Penny Worth

The 1926 Wheat Penny value ranges from just around $400 for Mint State brown varieties of the coin, and reaches upwards of $7,000 for higher grade Mint State red varieties. With the abundance of this coin, cherrypicking is advised. Look for coins that are well-struck with attractive surfaces. 

 

Type of coin: Penny

Year: 1926 Wheat Penny

Wheat Penny Mint Mark: Philadelphia

Total mintage: 157,088,000

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

 

1925 Wheat Penny Value

The value of a 1926 Wheat Penny varies based on its condition and mint mark. For a penny without a mint mark (Philadelphia) the value can go from about $3-5 dollar to several thousand dollars. The highest prices paid for 1925 Wheat Pennies at coin auctions often involve coins that are in exceptional condition, typically graded MS65 or higher. Here are some notable auction results:

  1. 1925 (Philadelphia) MS65 Red: These coins can fetch between $1,000 and $2,000 at auction.
  2. 1925-D (Denver) MS65 Red: Coins in this grade have been known to sell for around $5,000 or more.
  3. 1925-S (San Francisco) MS65 Red: These coins are particularly rare in high grades and can command prices upwards of $10,000.

 

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