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1945 Wheat Penny

The 1945 wheat pennies have value as numismatic coins. Keep reading to learn more about these one cent coins.

1945 Wheat Penny

Specifications

Type: Wheat Penny Year: 1945 Face Value: $0.01 Composition: 95% copper, 5% zinc Total Weight: 3.11 grams

The US minted the 1945 wheat penny with no mint mark and also the 1945 D wheat penny and 1945 S wheat penny. The mint mark, when present, can be found on the obverse side of the coin below the date.

Series Location Quantity Minted
1945 Philadelphia 1,040,515,000
1945 D Denver 266,268,000
1945 S San Francisco 181,770,000

Value

Both the 1945 wheat penny with no mint mark and the 1945 D wheat penny have similar values. Each coin is worth around $0.20 in very good condition. In uncirculated condition the price is around $0.40 for coins with an MS 63 grade. Uncirculated coins with a grade of MS 65 can sell for around $2.20.

The 1945 S wheat penny is worth around $0.20 in very good condition. In uncirculated condition the price is around $0.80 for coins with an MS 63 grade. Uncirculated coins with a grade of MS 65 can sell for around $3.40.

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Grading System

Very good- Half of the lines in the upper wheat heads are visible.

MS 63 choice uncirculated- In the major focal areas there are some blemishes or contact marks. The coin's luster might not be as prominent.

MS 65 gem uncirculated- There is strong luster and eye appeal. A few light contact marks may be present but they are barely noticeable.

Sources:

The Red Book

See also:

1946 Wheat Penny 1944 Wheat Penny 1943 Steel Penny

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