1944 S Lincoln Wheat Penny — Coin Value
Lincoln Wheat PennyWhat the 1944 S Lincoln Wheat Penny is worth — ungraded vs graded (MS62 / MS66).
1944 S Lincoln Wheat Penny value — Ungraded $2 · MS62 $11 · MS66 $26. Prices updated August 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the MS66 premium on this card is 13.0× raw.
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Which version do you have?
If you just want the coin, buy the Standard 1944 S Lincoln Wheat Penny for only $3. The Steel ($201) and DOUBLE DIE ($18) versions offer collectors a tangible upgrade, likely in terms of minting quality or rarity, justifying the higher cost. Casual collectors should stick to the Standard, while those seeking a more significant piece of the set should invest in the DOUBLE DIE or Steel versions.
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Item details
- Series
- Lincoln Wheat Penny
- Year
- 1944
- Mint
- S
1944 S Lincoln Wheat Penny value
A raw (ungraded) 1944 S Lincoln Wheat Penny runs around $2, a certified MS62 about $11, and a high-grade MS66 commands $26.
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 | $2 | eBay sold comps |
| MS62 | $11 | eBay sold comps |
| MS66 | $26 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the value of an ungraded 1944 S Lincoln Wheat Penny?
- The value for an ungraded 1944 S Lincoln Wheat Penny starts at a lower price point on our marketplace.
- How much is a high-grade MS66 1944 S Lincoln Wheat Penny?
- A Mint State 66 (MS66) example of this 1944 S Lincoln Wheat Penny is valued at $24.
- Is the 1944 S Lincoln Wheat Penny common or rare?
- This specific issue is identified by its series and mint mark (S) for the year 1944.