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 Slabbed This 1944-S Lincoln Wheat Cent was struck at the San Francisco Mint and is composed of copper. The coin features the classic profile of Abraham Lincoln on the obverse and the iconic twin stalks of wheat on the reverse. This specific copper cent comes housed in a protective slab from the International Numismatic Bureau (INB), featuring a green label and a unique serial number for identification. The "S" mint mark is clearly visible, denoting its origin from the San Francisco facility during the mid-WWII era. This copper wheat cent is a staple for any collector looking to complete a year set or a collection of S-minted coinage. 1944-S San Francisco Mint Copper Wheat Cent INB Graded Condition: This coin is housed in an International Numismatic Bureau (INB) holder, though a specific numerical grade is not visible on the label. The coin exhibits a circulated brown appearance with visible wear on the high points of Lincoln's portrait and the wheat ears on the reverse. The metal content is copper, specifically the shell case bronze alloy used during this era. Historically, the 1944 wheat cent marked the return to copper-based planchets following the 1943 steel cent experiment during World War II; these were often made from recycled shell casings. This is a business strike type coin minted at the San Francisco Mint, as indicated by the S mint mark. The grading is provided by INB, a third-party grading service. Wheat Cent, Lincoln Penny, San Francisco Mint, Numismatics, Coin Collecting, Graded Coin, 1944 S Penny, International Numismatic Bureau, Coin Holder, Currency, US Coinage, Wheat Ears Reverse, Lincoln Cent, Slabbed Coin, Vintage Penny San Francisco Mint, Wheat Cent, Lincoln Penny, 1944 Penny, Rare Coins, Graded Coins, Numismatics, Wheat Ear Penny, INB Graded, US Currency 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, shipping, handling, and processing fees in accordance with the posted auction terms.“Charges may appear on your credit c

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