Price Guide for 1944 Cent Variants
This guide presents price ranges for 1944 Cent variants from three sources: eBay sales, third-party auctions, and PCGS guides. Values are shown for various conditions, allowing collectors to compare across different market segments. Price estimates may vary between sources, especially for rarer variants.
1944 Penny Steel (Regular Strike)
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $5,875.00 - $34,500.00Uncirculated: $30,550.00 - $180,000.00
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eBayCirculated: $24,000.00 - $32,000.00Uncirculated: $31.41
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $38,500.00 - $42,500.00Uncirculated: $48,500.00 - $185,000.00
1944-S Penny Steel (Regular Strike)
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $49,200.00Uncirculated: $373,750.00 - $408,000.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $475,000.00
1944-S Penny, RD (Regular Strike)
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $6.00 - $3,290.00
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eBayCirculated: $20.00Uncirculated: $0.50 - $1,655.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $3.00 - $1,000.00
1944 Penny, RD (Regular Strike)
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $17.00 - $4,600.00Uncirculated: $5.00 - $22,000.00
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eBayUncirculated: $1.25 - $6,000.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $4.00 - $13,000.00
1944-D Penny, BN (Regular Strike)
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $6.00 - $24.00Uncirculated: $29.00 - $360.00
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eBayCirculated: $0.10 - $116.24Uncirculated: $0.99 - $149.00
1944-D Penny Steel (Regular Strike)
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $30,550.00 - $69,000.00Uncirculated: $52,800.00 - $115,000.00
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eBayUncirculated: $94.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $40,000.00 - $45,000.00Uncirculated: $55,000.00 - $90,000.00
1944-D/S Penny, BN (Regular Strike)
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $19.00 - $357.00Uncirculated: $104.00 - $675.63
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eBayCirculated: $16.00 - $260.00Uncirculated: $141.38 - $285.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $45.00 - $285.00Uncirculated: $300.00 - $850.00
1944-D Penny, RD (Regular Strike)
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $46.00 - $4,140.00Uncirculated: $6.00 - $4,406.00
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eBayUncirculated: $0.06 - $750.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $6.00 - $9,500.00
1944-D/S Penny, RD (Regular Strike)
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $31.00 - $49,937.50
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eBayUncirculated: $295.00 - $17,877.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $400.00 - $57,500.00
1944 Penny, BN (Regular Strike)
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $6.00 - $499.00Uncirculated: $6.00 - $10.00
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eBayCirculated: $3.25 - $75.00Uncirculated: $2.25 - $89.99
1944-D Penny DDO FS-101, BN (Regular Strike)
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eBayCirculated: $115.00
1944 Penny, RB (Regular Strike)
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $11.00 - $16.00Uncirculated: $15.00 - $748.00
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eBayUncirculated: $5.00 - $132.50
1944-D Penny, RB (Regular Strike)
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $8.00 - $276.00
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eBayUncirculated: $6.38 - $52.00
1944-D/S Penny, RB (Regular Strike)
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $173.00 - $900.00
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eBayUncirculated: $220.97 - $505.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $325.00 - $1,100.00
1944-S Penny, BN (Regular Strike)
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $6.00 - $11.00Uncirculated: $13.00
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eBayCirculated: $5.51 - $31.00Uncirculated: $0.99 - $64.00
1944-S Penny, RB (Regular Strike)
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $11.00 - $61.00
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eBayUncirculated: $1.00 - $69.99
1944-D/D Penny RPM FS-502, BN (Regular Strike)
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $105.99
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eBayCirculated: $20.00 - $59.50Uncirculated: $13.51
1944-D/D Penny RPM FS-502, RB (Regular Strike)
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $98.70
1944-D/D Penny RPM FS-502, RD (Regular Strike)
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $79.00Uncirculated: $74.74 - $276.00
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eBayUncirculated: $20.50 - $2,430.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $45.00 - $1,050.00
1944-D/D Penny RPM FS-507 (021.11), BN (Regular Strike)
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $20.00 - $47.00
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eBayCirculated: $70.00
1944-D/D Penny RPM FS-507 (021.11), RB (Regular Strike)
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eBayUncirculated: $93.80
1944-D/D Penny RPM FS-507, RD (Regular Strike)
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $300.00 - $1,320.00
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eBayUncirculated: $270.01 - $404.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $250.00 - $1,150.00
1944-D/S Penny OMM FS-511, BN (Regular Strike)
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $109.00 - $132.00Uncirculated: $288.00 - $400.00
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eBayCirculated: $35.99 - $355.00Uncirculated: $353.00 - $475.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $60.00 - $310.00Uncirculated: $325.00 - $875.00
1944-D/S Penny OMM FS-511, RB (Regular Strike)
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $188.00 - $646.25
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $1.00Uncirculated: $350.00 - $1,150.00
1944-D/S Penny OMM FS-511 Weak, RD (Regular Strike)
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $329.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $1.00Uncirculated: $175.00 - $5,000.00
1944-D/S Penny OMM FS-511, RD (Regular Strike)
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $468.00 - $49,937.50
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eBayUncirculated: $462.00 - $750.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $425.00 - $58,000.00
1944-D Penny OMM FS-512, BN (Regular Strike)
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $30.00 - $229.13Uncirculated: $82.00 - $345.00
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eBayCirculated: $9.99 - $200.00Uncirculated: $21.00 - $385.00
1944-D/S Penny OMM FS-511 Weak, BN (Regular Strike)
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eBayCirculated: $127.50
1944-D Penny OMM FS-512 (021), RB (Regular Strike)
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $53.00 - $420.00
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eBayUncirculated: $100.00 - $498.74
1944-D Penny DDO FS-101, RD (Regular Strike)
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $216.00 - $321.51
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eBayUncirculated: $39.95 - $1,499.95
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $200.00 - $1,050.00
1944-D Penny OMM FS-512, RD (Regular Strike)
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $32.00 - $78.00Uncirculated: $43.15 - $8,400.00
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eBayUncirculated: $128.05 - $1,650.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $180.00 - $10,000.00
Design and Specifications of the 1944 Cent
The 1944 Lincoln Cent was minted during World War II, a time when copper was considered a strategic metal. Despite this, the composition remained unchanged from previous years due to the coin's importance in circulation. The Lincoln Cent design, featuring Abraham Lincoln on the obverse and wheat ears on the reverse, had been in use since 1909 and would continue until 1958.
This coin represents a period of significant historical importance, as it was minted during a time when the United States was fully engaged in the war effort, both at home and abroad.
Weight | 3.11 grams |
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Diameter | 19.05 mm |
Mint Marks | No mint mark (Philadelphia), D (Denver), S (San Francisco) |
Composition | 95% copper, 5% zinc |
Obverse Design | Portrait of Abraham Lincoln, designed by Victor D. Brenner |
Reverse Design | Wheat ears, designed by Victor D. Brenner |
Rarity Factors and Value Drivers
The condition of 1944 Lincoln Cents significantly impacts their value. While these coins are common in circulated grades, they become increasingly valuable in higher mint state conditions. Coins in MS65 and above command premium prices, with those grading MS67 or higher being quite scarce and valuable.
Collectors particularly value coins with full original luster and minimal contact marks. The presence of attractive, natural toning can also enhance a coin's desirability and value.
Mintage: 1,435,400,000
Rarity Scale: Common
Circulation Status: Widely Circulated
Preservation Rarity: Common in grades up to MS66, scarce in MS67, rare in MS68
Varieties Errors: None significant
Market Demand: Moderate, popular among collectors of WWII-era coins
Mintage: 430,578,000
Rarity Scale: Common
Circulation Status: Widely Circulated
Preservation Rarity: Common in grades up to MS66, scarce in MS67, rare in MS68
Varieties Errors: None significant
Market Demand: Moderate, slightly higher demand than Philadelphia issues
Mintage: 282,760,000
Rarity Scale: Common
Circulation Status: Widely Circulated
Preservation Rarity: Common in grades up to MS66, scarce in MS67, rare in MS68
Varieties Errors: None significant
Market Demand: Moderate, slightly higher demand than Philadelphia issues
Strike quality is an important factor for 1944 cents. Well-struck coins with sharp details, especially on Lincoln's hair and the wheat ears, are more desirable. The color of the coin also plays a role in its value, with coins retaining their original red color (RD) being more valuable than those with brown (BN) or red-brown (RB) coloration.
While not particularly rare, 1944 cents in exceptional condition (MS67+ and above) can command significant premiums due to their scarcity at this grade level. Additionally, coins with interesting toning patterns or those certified by reputable grading services may see increased collector interest and value.
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