1938 Wheat Cent

Hello all!

I was hoping for some opinions regarding the condition/grade of this 1938 U.S Wheat Cent. I understand that the value will not be high at all (but I'm not looking to sell it). I just started an early cent collection (as well as new to the forum ) and want to get a basic understanding of what grade would be appropriate for a coin like this. Any descriptions or details would be greatly appreciated!

Thanks,

Mike

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Hello! Welcome to CT!

I cannot tell for sure, but your coin is either 45 or 50.

 

I'd say either XF40 or XF45... I'm definitely not an expert grader though.

 

Looks like an XF-45 with a great strike.

 

The penny is probably worth about $2, but the paper looks like a 1938/9 date error. That's a keeper!

 

:thumb:

 

I'd say 50 since the top of the ear looks distinct and separate from the hair.

 

haha yeah blaubart that's a good point and thanks to everyone who inputed some information, it was very helpful. I hope to post exciting finds in the near future! Thanks again!