1944 [Steel] Lincoln Wheat Penny — Coin Value
Lincoln Wheat PennyWhat the 1944 [Steel] Lincoln Wheat Penny is worth — ungraded vs graded (MS62 / MS66).
1944 [Steel] Lincoln Wheat Penny value — Ungraded $38 · MS62 $225 · MS66 $1,667. Prices updated September 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the MS66 premium on this card is 43.9× raw.
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Which version do you have?
If you simply want a 1944 Lincoln Wheat Penny, the Standard version at $5 is the cheapest way to own it. The Double Die at $53 and Steel at $18 versions offer premium characteristics, likely related to die state or metal composition, providing more collector appeal. Buyers prioritizing basic ownership should stick to the Standard, while those seeking investment potential or specific features should consider the higher-priced Double Die or Steel versions.
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Item details
- Series
- Lincoln Wheat Penny
- Year
- 1944
1944 [Steel] Lincoln Wheat Penny value
A raw (ungraded) 1944 [Steel] Lincoln Wheat Penny runs around $38, a certified MS62 about $225, and a high-grade MS66 commands $1667.
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 | $38 | eBay sold comps |
| MS62 | $225 | eBay sold comps |
| MS66 | $1,667 | eBay sold comps |
| Live asking — low / typical / high | $1.99 / $15 / $2,300 | 20 live eBay listings ↗ |
Market check: As of July 18, 2026, 20 live eBay listings ask $1.99–$2,300.00 (median $15.00).
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting value for an ungraded 1944 Lincoln Wheat Penny?
- An ungraded 1944 Lincoln Wheat Penny starts at a value of $15.
- How much more valuable is an MS66 compared to an MS62?
- An MS66 1944 Lincoln Wheat Penny is valued at $534, compared to $72 for the MS62 grade.
- What is the series for this coin?
- This coin belongs to the Lincoln Wheat Penny series and is from the year 1944.