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Lincoln Wheat cent1921 Wheat Penny Value
When worn, a 1921 Wheat Penny is typically worth about 7.5¢ and a 1921-S Wheat Penny about $34.00.
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Every 1921 penny
Worn = typical value when worn (Good to Very Fine); MS-60 = uncirculated. Values as of Q4 2026 · Penny Value estimates · not an offer to buy.
- 1921Philadelphia · 39.2 million made7.5¢worn$80.00MS-60
- 1921-SSan Francisco · 15.3 million made$34.00worn$150MS-60
Mint marks
1921 pennies for circulation were struck in Philadelphia (no mint mark) and San Francisco (mint mark S). The mint mark is below the date, on the front.
Questions
How much is a 1921 wheat penny worth?
When worn, a 1921 Wheat Penny is typically worth about 7.5¢ and a 1921-S Wheat Penny about $34.00. These are Penny Value estimates as of Q4 2026, for information only.
Where is the mint mark on a 1921 penny?
1921 pennies for circulation were struck in Philadelphia (no mint mark) and San Francisco (mint mark S). The mint mark is below the date, on the front.
Is a 1921 penny silver or copper?
Regular 1921 pennies are bronze (95% copper, 5% tin and zinc; about 3.11 g). A silver-colored 1921 penny has usually been plated or altered after it left the Mint.
Is a 1921 penny rare?
No. About 54.4 million were made for circulation, so a normal 1921 penny is common. Condition (uncirculated, original red color) and errors decide any premium.