1941-D Wheat Penny

The 1941-D Wheat Penny had a total mintage of over 128 million coins struck at the Denver Mint. This was a higher mintage for the Denver Mint compared to previous years. The 1941-D Wheat Penny is relatively easy to find in most grades ranging from circulated to uncirculated. It’s even possible to find this coin in higher Mint State red versions. Although the Denver Mint was notorious for a weaker strike in previous years, the 1941-D Wheat Penny has great eye appeal and a sharp strike.

History of the 1941-D Wheat Penny

The 1941-D Wheat Penny is a worthwhile coin to find to add to your Lincoln Cent collection. Cherrypicking is advised to find a high-quality coin in your desired color and grade. 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.