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 $0.10 in very fine condition. In extremely fine condition the value is around $0.20. In uncirculated condition the price is around $0.85 for coins with an MS-63RB grade. Uncirculated coins with a grade of MS-65RB can sell for around $2.

The 1945 S wheat penny is worth around $0.15 in very fine condition. In extremely fine condition the value is around $0.20. In uncirculated condition the price is around $0.85 for coins with an MS-63RB grade. Uncirculated coins with a grade of MS-65RB can sell for around $2.

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Grading System

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

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

 

Sources:

The Red Book


See also:

1946 Wheat Penny
1944 Wheat Penny
1943 Steel Penny