1937-S Wheat Penny

The 1937-S Wheat Penny had a total mintage of 34.5 million coins struck at the San Francisco Mint. The 1937-S Lincoln Cent would make a great addition to any Wheat Penny series collection because they are a plentiful coin in most circulated and uncirculated grades, and were known for being well-struck. 

History of the 1937-S Wheat Penny

When looking for a 1937-S Wheat Penny, cherrypicking should be relatively easy due to many of these coins being available and preserved in quality condition. This is a fairly common coin in the series, and would add beauty to a collection. The Wheat Penny was designed by Victor David Brenner. At the time, 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 S mintmark under the date. The reverse features two stalks of durum wheat.

 

1937-S Wheat Penny Worth

The 1937-S Wheat Penny value ranges from around two hundred dollars to two thousand dollars depending on the color and grade of the coin. Wheat Pennies come in colors ranging from brown to brown-red to full red. The red varieties typically command a higher price, especially in higher Mint State conditions. It is well worth the effort to find a 1937-S Wheat Penny that is well-struck and in good shape. 

 

Type of coin: Penny

Year: 1937-S Wheat Penny

Wheat Penny Mint Mark: San Francisco

Total mintage: 34,500,000

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