RARE LINCOLN CENTS

Robert E. Bosken, SJ  A prolific Lincoln Cent enthusiast/collector

Blood glucose  85            Weight 173.4 lbs.

The Lincoln Cent wheat-back pennies were introduced in 1909 commemorating 100 years of Lincoln' birth. These cents replaced the Indian Head cents. Coin enthusiasts have sought rare date Lincolns for 110 years. The following are key dates and attendant values:

• 1909-S V.D.B. Good condition     $600
• 1914-D             Good condition     $150
• 1922 Plain        Good Condition    $450
• 1931-S              Good Condition    $ 60
• 1955 Doubled Die   Obverse          $1,400

Wheat cents were issued through 1958 being replaced with the Lincoln Memorial Reverse. Over the years pennies have become disregarded by society. Fewer and fewer Wheat backed cents are found.

Father Bosken, a Jesuit at St. Louis U., would pour over a $50 bag of Lincoln Cents every Sunday afternoon and admitted to finding every date and mint mark in his quest!

The Official Red Book.. A Guide book of United States Coins by R.S. Yeoman 73rd Edition is advised to readers who want to know more about Wheat Cents and their values.

ROBERT LOUIS POTVIN

55 Doubled Die Obverse . . Very valuable!