1954 S Lincoln Wheat Penny — Coin Value
Lincoln Wheat PennyWhat the 1954 S Lincoln Wheat Penny is worth — ungraded vs graded (MS62 / MS66).
1954 S Lincoln Wheat Penny value — Ungraded $3 · MS62 $11 · MS66 $24. Prices updated August 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the MS66 premium on this card is 8.0× raw.
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Which version do you have?
If you simply want the 1954 S Lincoln Wheat Penny, buy the Standard version for $2. The DOUBLE DIE version at $14 offers a significant collectible premium due to its rarity and unique minting characteristic. Casual collectors aiming for basic ownership should stick to the Standard. Serious numismatists seeking a standout piece should invest in the DOUBLE DIE for its added appeal and scarcity.
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Item details
- Series
- Lincoln Wheat Penny
- Year
- 1954
- Mint
- S
1954 S Lincoln Wheat Penny value
A raw (ungraded) 1954 S Lincoln Wheat Penny runs around $3, a certified MS62 about $11, and a high-grade MS66 commands $24.
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 | $3 | eBay sold comps |
| MS62 | $11 | eBay sold comps |
| MS66 | $24 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting value for an ungraded 1954 S Lincoln Wheat Penny?
- An ungraded 1954 S Lincoln Wheat Penny starts at a value of $2.
- How much more is an MS66 compared to an ungraded version?
- An MS66 grade commands a price of $23, compared to the $2 starting price for ungraded examples.
- What is the series and mint mark for this coin?
- This coin belongs to the Lincoln Wheat Penny series and was minted in 'S'.