They're wheat ears, not wheat straws.
Cents from the 1940s are not rare. A 1940-D will sell for a nickel or so if worn, up to a dollar if like new.
Wheat cents from the 1940's are all very, very common high mintage coins with average retail values of 5 to 10 cents.
If it's not a Wheat penny, it's not a US coin. A lot more information is needed, post new question.
The dates 1940 1941 are not rare. Average value is 3 cents for circulated coins that are well worn. Uncirculated coins can be $2 to $3 dollars or more depending on grade.
1940S Wheat Penny: very good condition-$ .05, mint condition-$1.50, uncirculated-$5.00 .15-6.00
Common Lincoln Wheat Cents from the 1940's & 1950's are only 3 to 10 cents.
Wheat cents from the 1940's are all very, very common high mintage coins with average retail values of 5 to 10 cents.
If it's not a Wheat penny, it's not a US coin. A lot more information is needed, post new question.
The dates 1940 1941 are not rare. Average value is 3 cents for circulated coins that are well worn. Uncirculated coins can be $2 to $3 dollars or more depending on grade.
1940S Wheat Penny: very good condition-$ .05, mint condition-$1.50, uncirculated-$5.00 .15-6.00
Common Lincoln Wheat Cents from the 1940's & 1950's are only 3 to 10 cents.
no such coin
At the most $3.50 but only in high grade uncirculated condition you got it in pocket change 10 cents to $1.00.
The value is about 4.15 to 4.44 currently. As always, the range depends on the current condition of the penny
The value of a 1940 wheat Lincoln penny typically ranges from 2 to 10 cents, depending on its condition and mint mark. In uncirculated condition, it may fetch a higher price, potentially up to a few dollars. However, rare varieties or those in exceptional condition can be worth more to collectors. For an accurate appraisal, it's best to consult a coin expert or reference a current coin price guide.
No such thing. Abe Lincoln has been on the penny since 1909.
The back of a 1940 penny features the design of two stalks of wheat, known as the "Wheat Ears" design. In the center, it displays the inscription "ONE CENT," with "UNITED STATES OF AMERICA" curved along the top and "E PLURIBUS UNUM" along the bottom. The overall design emphasizes the penny's denomination and reflects an agricultural theme.
All of these Pennies are listed as individual entries on WikiAnswers. If you type the question in as - "What is the value of a 1940 British Penny" changing the year each time, you will see the current estimates on value for each coin.