1946-D Lincoln Wheat Cent

This is a 1946 Lincoln Wheat Seed penny struck at the Denver Mint, as indicated by the 'D' mint mark located beneath the date. The coin is composed of 95% copper and 5% tin and zinc, which was the standard alloy composition resumed after the steel cents of 1943. Characterized by a deep, dark brown patina consistent with a circulated 'Brown' (BN) designation, the coin shows significant wear across the high points of Abraham Lincoln's profile, particularly in the hair and the shoulder of his coat. The lettering for 'IN GOD WE TRUST' and 'LIBERTY' remains legible, though softened. Physical condition issues include numerous small contact marks, surface abrasions, and a somewhat granular texture likely due to environmental exposure or oxidation over its 75+ year lifespan. The rim shows minor bruising though it remains mostly intact. This piece represents the post-WWII era of American numismatics and displays the classic craftsmanship of Victor David Brenner's original 1909 design.

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