1943 S Lincoln Wheat Penny — Coin Value
Lincoln Wheat PennyWhat the 1943 S Lincoln Wheat Penny is worth — ungraded vs graded (MS62 / MS66).
1943 S Lincoln Wheat Penny value — Ungraded $5 · MS62 $20 · MS66 $58. Prices updated August 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the MS66 premium on this card is 11.6× raw.
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Which version do you have?
If you just want a 1943 S Lincoln Wheat Penny, buy the Standard version for $6. The Bronze version at $100 likely offers better condition or packaging, while the DOUBLE DIE at $14 is a specific variety. Save your money on Standard unless you seek the unique appeal or higher grade associated with the Bronze or Double Die versions.
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Item details
- Series
- Lincoln Wheat Penny
- Year
- 1943
- Mint
- S
1943 S Lincoln Wheat Penny value
A raw (ungraded) 1943 S Lincoln Wheat Penny runs around $5, a certified MS62 about $20, and a high-grade MS66 commands $58.
What drives the price
Grade, mint mark, strike quality, and key dates drive coin value. Certified (slabbed) coins carry a premium over raw; low-mintage years and full-strike examples appreciate the most.
Price guide
What this actually trades for — sold values by condition vs. what sellers are asking today
| Condition | Value | Based on |
|---|---|---|
| Ungraded | $5 | eBay sold comps |
| MS62 | $20 | eBay sold comps |
| MS66 | $58 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting resale value for an ungraded 1943 S Lincoln Wheat Penny?
- An ungraded 1943 S Lincoln Wheat Penny starts at a resale value of $4.
- How much more valuable is an MS66 compared to an ungraded version?
- An MS66 grade commands a significantly higher price, reaching $58 compared to the ungraded starting price of $4.
- What mint mark is associated with this specific Lincoln Wheat Penny?
- This particular Lincoln Wheat Penny is minted with an 'S' mint mark.