The 1915 wheat pennies have value as numismatic coins. Keep reading to learn more about these one cent coins.

1915 Wheat Penny

Specifications

Type: Wheat Penny
Year: 1915
Face Value: $0.01
Composition: 95% copper, 5% tin and zinc
Total Weight: 3.11 grams

The US minted the 1915 wheat penny with no mint mark and also the 1915 D wheat penny and 1915 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
1915 Philadelphia 29,092,120
1915 D Denver 22,050,000
1915 S San Francisco 4,833,000

Value

The 1915 wheat penny with no mint mark is worth around $2.65 in good condition. In very fine condition the value is around $15. In extremely fine condition the value is around $55. In uncirculated condition the price is around $100 for coins with an MS 60 grade. Uncirculated coins with a grade of MS 63 can sell for around $105.

The 1915 D wheat penny is worth around $3 in good condition. In very fine condition the value is around $15. In extremely fine condition the value is around $35. In uncirculated condition the price is around $85 for coins with an MS 60 grade. Uncirculated coins with a grade of MS 63 can sell for around $125.

The 1915 S wheat penny is worth around $15 in good condition. In very fine condition the value is around $35. In extremely fine condition the value is around $80. In uncirculated condition the price is around $300 for coins with an MS 60 grade. Uncirculated coins with a grade of MS 63 can sell for around $650.

Proof coins with no mint mark are available and they are each valued at around $850 in MS 63 condition. There were 1,150 proof coins minted.

Grading System

Good- The date is worn but visible. The lines in the wheat heads are not visible. The rims on the coin are full.

Very fine- Lincoln's jawbone and cheekbone are worn but still separated. The wheat heads are not worn.

Extremely fine- There is only slight wear on the coin. All of the details are sharp.

MS 60 uncirculated- There are no signs of wear. The coin has luster, but there may be a few stains, abrasions, or surface marks.

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.

 

Sources:

The Red Book


See also:

1916 Wheat Penny
1914 Wheat Penny
1913 Wheat Penny