USA 1 cent Lincoln Wheat Penny 1941
USA, Philadelphia
Rarity
Rare
Attributes of Coins
| Region | USA |
|---|---|
| Denomination | 1 cent |
| Krause number | KM# 132 |
| Mintage | 21,100 |
| Metal | Bronze |
| thickness | 1.55 mm |
| diameter | 19.05 mm |
| weight | 3.11 g |
Obverse:
Head of state
Description:
Abraham Lincoln (16th President of the USA)
Creators:
Victor David Brenner (VDB)
IN GOD WE TRUST
LIBERTY
Reverse:
Plant
Description:
Ears
Creators:
Victor David Brenner (VDB)
E PLURIBUS UNUM
ONE CENT
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
Introduction of Coins
Despite a sizable jump in sales from 1940's mintage, this date is not any more common in high grades. In addition, cameo pieces are extremely elusive, the example shown having about as much contrast as one could find with this date. Overpolished dies are common for 1941 proofs, as the Mint struggled to keep up with the rising demand by sending slightly worn dies back to be resurfaced.Read More
