{"product_id":"1917-s-lincoln-wheat-cent-pcgs-f15bn-key-san-francisco-issue","title":"1917-S Lincoln Wheat Cent – PCGS F15BN – Key San Francisco Issue","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"186\" data-end=\"486\"\u003eAdd a desirable early branch mint issue to your collection with this 1917-S Lincoln Wheat Cent, certified F15BN by PCGS. Struck at the San Francisco Mint, this coin represents a scarcer West Coast issue from the early years of the Lincoln cent series, making it a sought-after piece among collectors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"488\" data-end=\"792\"\u003eThe 1917-S cent was produced during the World War I era, a time of major economic and industrial growth in the United States. San Francisco-minted coins from this period are known for generally lower mintages compared to their Philadelphia counterparts, adding to their overall collectibility and appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"794\" data-end=\"1132\"\u003eGraded Fine 15 Brown (F15BN), this coin shows honest circulation wear with all major design elements clearly visible. Lincoln’s portrait remains well defined, and the wheat ears on the reverse are still bold and distinguishable. The brown (BN) designation reflects natural, original copper surfaces that collectors value for authenticity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1134\" data-end=\"1373\"\u003eWith its combination of branch mint origin, early date, and certified status, this 1917-S Lincoln cent offers strong collector demand and long-term value, making it an excellent addition to any Wheat Cent collection or U.S. coin portfolio.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1375\" data-end=\"1378\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1380\" data-end=\"1400\" data-section-id=\"8ef2h5\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1384\" data-end=\"1400\"\u003eKey Details:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1402\" data-end=\"2210\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1402\" data-end=\"1422\" data-section-id=\"45jnkd\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1404\" data-end=\"1413\"\u003eYear:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1917-S\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1423\" data-end=\"1472\" data-section-id=\"jydkzj\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1425\" data-end=\"1442\"\u003eDenomination:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 Cent (Lincoln Wheat Cent)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1473\" data-end=\"1515\" data-section-id=\"e8mhd2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1475\" data-end=\"1488\"\u003eMintmark:\u003c\/strong\u003e “S” (San Francisco Mint)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1516\" data-end=\"1543\" data-section-id=\"24wnr8\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1518\" data-end=\"1534\"\u003eComposition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bronze\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1544\" data-end=\"1586\" data-section-id=\"t8ucx1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1546\" data-end=\"1556\"\u003eGrade:\u003c\/strong\u003e PCGS F15BN (Fine 15, Brown)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1587\" data-end=\"1648\" data-section-id=\"ygq0ur\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1589\" data-end=\"1607\"\u003eCertification:\u003c\/strong\u003e Authenticated and encapsulated by PCGS\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1649\" data-end=\"1711\" data-section-id=\"v8amja\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1651\" data-end=\"1679\"\u003eHistorical Significance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Issued during World War I era\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1712\" data-end=\"1782\" data-section-id=\"1pes6hn\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1714\" data-end=\"1725\"\u003eDesign:\u003c\/strong\u003e Abraham Lincoln portrait (obverse), wheat ears reverse\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1783\" data-end=\"1858\" data-section-id=\"13jy58q\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1785\" data-end=\"1807\"\u003eColor Designation:\u003c\/strong\u003e BN (Brown – original circulated copper surfaces)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1859\" data-end=\"1928\" data-section-id=\"12ccbmj\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1861\" data-end=\"1875\"\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Even circulation wear with strong remaining detail\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1929\" data-end=\"2210\" data-section-id=\"80wfvn\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1931\" data-end=\"1959\"\u003eRarity \u0026amp; Collectibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1964\" data-end=\"2210\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1964\" data-end=\"2014\" data-section-id=\"1lipysf\"\u003eMore desirable San Francisco branch mint issue\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2017\" data-end=\"2066\" data-section-id=\"1j15lr9\"\u003eLower mintage compared to Philadelphia issues\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2069\" data-end=\"2091\" data-section-id=\"1mvqvvw\"\u003eOver 100 years old\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2094\" data-end=\"2161\" data-section-id=\"ucp8mz\"\u003eCertified example ensures authenticity and collector confidence\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2164\" data-end=\"2210\" data-section-id=\"1rqw1b8\"\u003eStrong demand for early S-mint Wheat cents\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Coin Hub","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47507192348835,"sku":"12241325","price":145.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0740\/0095\/7603\/files\/1917-S-Lincoln-Wheat-Cent-PCGS-F15BN-Key-San-Francisco-Issue-Heritage-Pastime-8626.jpg?v=1776706953","url":"https:\/\/coinhubstore.com\/products\/1917-s-lincoln-wheat-cent-pcgs-f15bn-key-san-francisco-issue","provider":"Heritage Pastime","version":"1.0","type":"link"}