1944 S San Francisco Mint Copper Wheat Cent

Updated August 20, 2026

1944 S San Francisco Mint Copper Wheat Cent 1944-S San Francisco Mint Copper Wheat Cent INB Graded This 1944 San Francisco Mint Copper Wheat Cent features the iconic profile of Abraham Lincoln on the obverse and the classic wheat stalks on the reverse. Struck in a copper alloy, this coin bears the S mint mark, signifying its production at the San Francisco Mint during the final years of World War II. This specific specimen comes housed in an International Numismatic Bureau (INB) slab with a green label, providing a protective holder for the coin's preservation. As a copper wheat cent from the mid-1940s, it represents a significant era in American numismatic history and is a staple for any collector focusing on the Lincoln series or wartime coinage. 1944-S San Francisco Mint Copper Wheat Cent INB Slabbed Condition: This coin is housed in a protective holder from the International Numismatic Bureau. The copper surfaces exhibit a dark brown patina consistent with circulated specimens of this era. The obverse shows visible wear on Lincoln's portrait, though the date 1944 and the S mint mark remain legible. The reverse displays the traditional wheat ears design with moderate wear on the high points of the stalks. The strike type is a standard business strike. This piece is composed of copper and represents a significant era in United States numismatics, following the 1943 steel cent production during World War II. The coin was struck at the San Francisco Mint, as indicated by the S mint mark. While the holder serves as a third-party grading slab, no specific numerical grade is visible on the label. Lincoln Wheat Cent, 1944-S, San Francisco Mint, Penny, Numismatics, Coin Collecting, INB Graded, Wheat Penny, Copper Coin, International Numismatic Bureau, Slabbed Coin, US Currency, Vintage Money, Collectible Coin 1944 S wheat penny, San Francisco mint, rare wheat cent, International Numismatic Bureau, graded coins, US penny, vintage currency, coin collecting, numismatics, Lincoln wheat ear cent IMPORTANT BIDDER NOTICE Bidder is solely responsible for determining value, condition, completeness, authenticity, fitment, grade, and usefulness before bidding. THIS ITEM IS SOLD STRICTLY AS-IS, WHERE-IS, WITH NO WARRANTIES OR GUARANTEES OF ANY KIND, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED. ALL SALES ARE FINAL. NO REFUNDS. NO RETURNS. NO CANCELLATIONS. NO BID RETRACTIONS. By placing a bid, the bidder acknowledges that they have reviewed the title, description, photographs, and any auction notices, and have had the opportunity to ask questions before bidding. Bidder agrees that: The item is being purchased strictly as shown in the photographs and described in the listing The auction house does not grade, test, appraise, or authenticate items unless specifically stated By registering and placing bids, the bidder expressly authorizes Iowa Surplus & Estate Auctions to charge the payment method on file for any lots won, including buyer’s premium, applicable taxes

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