How much is a 1944 penny worth?

Answer 1

1944 is a very common date for Lincoln cents.

In circulated condition, it's worth about 2 cents -- uncirculated, about a dollar.

More:It all depends on where it was minted and what condition the coin is in. In 1944, the Lincoln Wheat Penny was minted in Philadelphia, Denver and San Francisco.

These are the prices for each mint according to USA Coin Book:

Philadelphia (no mint mark): In Fine condition, it is worth about $0.05 while in MS60 mint condition, it is worth about $0.95. In MS65 Brilliant uncirculated condition, it is worth about $2.75.

Denver (small "D" mint mark): In Fine condition, it is worth about $0.05 while in MS60 mint condition, it is worth about $0.80. In MS65 Brilliant uncirculated condition, it is worth about $2.75.

D OVER S VARIETY: There is a rare variety coin known as the "D over S". Basically, The Denver Mint punched coins that were already minted in San Francisco and you could still see the "S" mintmark under the "D" mintmark. In worn good condition, it is worth about $46. In fine condition, about $93. In MS60, about $422 and in MS65 Brilliant uncirculated condition, this coin is worth an astounding $2,070.

San Francisco (small "S" mint mark): In Fine condition, it is worth about $0.10 while in MS60 mint condition, it is worth about $0.80. In MS65 Brilliant uncirculated condition, it is worth about $6.55.

Below are some links to view the values of the coins for each mint for other intermediate conditions.