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The 1944 steel cent is a very rare off-metal transitional error, with perhaps fewer than 50 to 75 pieces made in total. Presumably, this error occurred when either some 1943 steel planchets were left in mint hoppers and struck with 1944 dies. Another explanation is that foreign planchets of similar weight and size to the planchet used for 1943 steel cents were accidentally struck with the 1944 United States one-cent dies.
In either case, 1944 steel cents are highly sought after by Lincoln cent enthusiasts and also collectors who specialize in error coins. Most 1944 steel cents are known in circulated grades, with but a handful existing in uncirculated condition. All take high-five and low-six-figure prices, and one example graded by PCGS as an MS64 went for $158,625 in 2013.
Obverse Description
Bust of Abraham Lincoln framed by IN GOD WE TRUST on the top periphery. The word LIBERTY to the left of the portrait and the date and mintmark (If any) positioned on the right side.
Reverse Description
Wheat ears flanking the words ONE CENT, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA. The motto E PLURIBUS UNUM on the top perimeter.
Catalog Information
GSID:
1982
Designer:
Victor D. Brenner
Obverse Designer:
Victor D. Brenner
Obverse Lettering:
IN GOD WE TRUST, LIBERTY, 1944
Reverse Designer:
Victor D. Brenner
Reverse Lettering:
E PLURIBUS UNUM, ONE CENT, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
Weight (gr):
3.11 gr
Weight (oz):
0.11 oz
Strike Type:
Business
Diameter:
19
Coin Shape:
Round
Edge:
Plain
Variety:
Steel
Coin Date:
1944
Denomination:
1c
Designation:
MS
Mint Location:
Philadelphia
Mintage:
20–30 Known
Coinage Type:
Lincoln Cent
Coinage Years:
1909-1958
Composition:
95% copper; 5% zinc & tin
Rarity:
6
PCGS #:
82722
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Coin Value History
1944 1c Steel MS
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1944 1c Steel MS
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Greysheet & CPG® Values
| Grade | CAC | CPG Value (Retail) | Greysheet Price (Wholesale) |
|---|---|---|---|
| MS64 |
|
$187,000 | $1,234 |
| MS64 | - | $156,000 | $1,234 |
| MS63 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS63 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS62 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS62 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS61 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS61 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS60 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS60 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU58 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU58 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU55 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU55 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU53 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU53 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU50 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU50 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| XF45 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| XF45 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
1944 1C Struck on a Zinc-Coated Steel Planchet -- Corroded -- ANACS Genuine....
$6,900
1944 1C Struck on a Zinc-Coated Steel Planchet MS64 PCGS....
$168,000
1944 1C Struck on a Zinc-Coated Steel Planchet AU55 PCGS....
$33,600
1944 1C Struck on a Zinc-Coated Steel Planchet -- Improperly Cleaned -- NCS. AU Details....
$18,000
1944 1C Struck on a Zinc-Coated Steel Planchet XF45 NGC....
$24,000
1944 1C Struck on a Zinc-Coated Steel Planchet AU53 NGC. NGC Census: (0/4). PCGS Population: (0/10). CDN: $26,000 Whsle. Bi...
$28,800
1944 1C -- Struck on a Zinc-Coated Steel Planchet, Corroded, Damaged -- ANACS. Genuine. ...
$11,700
1944 1C Struck on a Zinc-Coated Steel Planchet MS61 PCGS. ...
$30,550
1944 1C Struck on a Zinc-Coated Steel Planchet MS64 PCGS....
$108,000
1944 1C Struck on a Zinc-Coated Steel Planchet AU55 NGC. ...
$26,400
1944 1C Struck on a Zinc-Coated Steel Planchet AU50 PCGS. ...
$33,600
1944 1C Struck on a Zinc-Coated Steel Planchet MS64 PCGS. ...
$108,000
1944 1C Struck on a Zinc-Coated Steel Planchet MS64 PCGS. ...
$180,000
Lincoln Cent 1c Wheat Reverse, 1909-1958 MS BN [Type]
Worth: $0 – $45
Lincoln Cent 1c Wheat Reverse, 1909-1958 MS RB [Type]
Worth: $0 – $55
Lincoln Cent 1c Wheat Reverse, 1909-1958 MS RD [Type]
Worth: $0 – $80
1909 VDB 1c MS BN
Worth: $2 – $450
1909 VDB 1c MS RB
Worth: $22 – $22,000
1909 VDB 1c MS RD
Worth: $40 – $50,000
1909 VDB 1c Doubled Die Obverse MS BN
Worth: $10 – $330
1909 VDB 1c Doubled Die Obverse MS RB
Worth: $130 – $750
1909 VDB 1c Doubled Die Obverse MS RD
Worth: $175 – $10,000
1909-S VDB 1c MS BN
Worth: $500 – $25,000
1909-S VDB 1c MS RB
Worth: $1,850 – $35,000
1909-S VDB 1c MS RD
Worth: $2,000 – $150,000
1909 1c Lincoln MS BN
Worth: $0 – $960
1909 1c Lincoln MS RB
Worth: $25 – $1,440
1909 1c Lincoln MS RD
Worth: $40 – $3,000
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