Old Money Prices
Wheat cents were minted from 1909–1958.They’re called “Wheaties” because of the wheat stalks on the reverse.The most valuable? The 1909-S VDB, worth over $1,000+ even in average condition.Key dates to check: 1914-D, 1922 no D, 1931-S, and 1955 doubled die.Even common dates can bring 5¢–25¢ each in bulk.Uncirculated rolls can be worth hundreds.Always check for mintmarks, that small letter under the date makes all the difference.Denver (D) and San Francisco (S) issues are often scarcer than Philadelphia (no mintmark).And don’t overlook errors, off-centers, die cracks, and double strikes bring serious premiums.Collectors are paying up for bright red “uncirculated” examples certified by PCGS or NGC.Bottom line: if you’ve got old jars of pennies lying around, don’t cash them in just yet.P.S. Want to learn which Wheat Cents to pull, how to grade them, and what they’re really worth?Join the Coin Value Club today.. you’ll get full access to our guides, masterclasses, and members-only giveaways.👉 Join Coin Value Club Here (see 2nd picture)
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Old Money Prices
Wheat cents were minted from 1909–1958.
They’re called “Wheaties” because of the wheat stalks on the reverse.
The most valuable? The 1909-S VDB, worth over $1,000+ even in average condition.
Key dates to check: 1914-D, 1922 no D, 1931-S, and 1955 doubled die.
Even common dates can bring 5¢–25¢ each in bulk.
Uncirculated rolls can be worth hundreds.
Always check for mintmarks, that small letter under the date makes all the difference.
Denver (D) and San Francisco (S) issues are often scarcer than Philadelphia (no mintmark).
And don’t overlook errors, off-centers, die cracks, and double strikes bring serious premiums.
Collectors are paying up for bright red “uncirculated” examples certified by PCGS or NGC.
Bottom line: if you’ve got old jars of pennies lying around, don’t cash them in just yet.
P.S. Want to learn which Wheat Cents to pull, how to grade them, and what they’re really worth?
Join the Coin Value Club today.. you’ll get full access to our guides, masterclasses, and members-only giveaways.
👉 Join Coin Value Club Here (see 2nd picture)
2 weeks ago | [YT] | 65