1935-P Lincoln Wheat Cent G/VG+

This 1935-P Lincoln Wheat Cent G/VG+ is a circulated survivor from the mid-1930s, struck at the Philadelphia Mint during one of the most recognizable and widely collected series in American coinage. In Good to Very Good+ condition, it shows the honest wear many collectors appreciate in older U.S. coins, with real circulation giving it age, character, and a direct connection to everyday American life during the Great Depression. For collectors who enjoy classic copper coinage, pieces like this offer both affordability and real historical appeal.

The Lincoln cent was introduced in 1909 to honor the 100th anniversary of Abraham Lincoln’s birth, becoming the first regular-issue U.S. coin to feature a real historical figure. Designed by Victor D. Brenner, the series used the familiar Wheat reverse from 1909 through 1958, making it one of the most enduring designs in U.S. numismatics. By 1935, the Lincoln cent had already become a fixture of daily commerce across the country. Coins from this era connect collectors not only to the long-running Wheat cent series, but also to a meaningful chapter in American history.

Collectors continue to enjoy Lincoln Wheat cents for their historic design, long date-and-mint run, and strong appeal across every level of the hobby. A circulated example like this can be especially appealing because it keeps the series accessible while still offering a genuine pre-war U.S. coin with real age behind it. A 1935-P works well in a Wheat cent album, a 20th-century type set, or a general U.S. coin collection.

Specifications & Mintage

Denomination: One Cent

Series: Lincoln Wheat Cent

Designer: Victor D. Brenner

Composition: 95% Copper, 5% Tin and Zinc

Weight: 3.11 grams

Diameter: 19.00 mm

Edge: Plain

Mint: Philadelphia

Mintage: 245,388,000

Years of Issue: 1909–1958

Reverse Type: Wheat Reverse

Item Details

This listing includes one 1935-P Lincoln Wheat Cent in Good / Very Good+ condition. The coin was struck at the Philadelphia Mint and features the classic Wheat reverse design used throughout the first half of the Lincoln cent series. Please review the photos carefully for the overall appearance and quality of the exact coin you will receive.

Whether you are adding an affordable 1930s Wheat cent to your collection, building a type set, or simply looking for a circulated U.S. coin with real age and history, this 1935-P Lincoln Wheat Cent G/VG+ makes a meaningful addition.