1945 Cent Appraisal

1945 Lincoln Wheat Cent

The item is a United States one-cent coin, commonly known as a Penny, featuring the Lincoln Cent design. The obverse depicts a right-facing bust of Abraham Lincoln, as designed by Victor David Brenner. The inscription "LIBERTY" is clearly visible to the left of Lincoln's bust, and the year "1945" is located to the right. Above Lincoln's head, the motto "IN GOD WE TRUST" is partially visible. The coin appears to be made of a copper alloy, which was typical for Lincoln Cents minted in 1945. Regarding its condition, the coin exhibits significant wear consistent with circulation. There is noticeable verdigris (green corrosion) present, particularly affecting Lincoln's forehead and extending towards the top right rim, indicating some exposure to moisture or environmental factors that have caused the copper to oxidize. This corrosion obscures some of the finer details in the affected areas. The overall patination is a mottled brown, with areas of brighter copper still visible, especially in regions less impacted by the verdigris. The rim appears mostly intact, though some edge wear is evident. No specific mint mark is discernible from the provided image, which would typically be located below the date on the obverse for certain mints. The craftsmanship is typical of U.S. Mint production for circulating coinage of that era, focusing on durability and mass production rather than intricate detail. The presence of verdigris suggests the coin has not been properly preserved, which could impact its numismatic value.