The first wheat cents were made in 1909.
3 cents.
5 cents.
Two cents for the copper.
3 cents. Post-WWII wheat cents are extremely common.
Pennies minted before 1982, which includes all wheat pennies (except in 1943) contain 95% copper and weigh 3.11 grams.
Common date and grade Wheat cents are on average 3 cents
Common date Wheat cents are still only 3 to 5 cents.
Wheat cents were made from Mid-1909 to 1958. Check the date again and post a new question.
There is no 1873 wheat penny. It is an Indian head penny.
These coins are common and are worth about 2 to 15 cents in circulated condition.
If it comes out of pocket change it's worth a penny. In bulk copper wheat cents will get 2-3 cents each due to the value of the copper. If it is in mint condition and absolutely unworn and untouched then it may fetch a couple dollars.