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The run of proof 1938 Lincoln cents is much higher than any single-issue production of proof coins that came before, and increasing mintages became the case for proof coinage of the 1930s and early 1940s, with most successive years bringing higher proof mintages than the previous. And while the 1938 proof Lincoln cent is not really a scarce issue by mintage, it is more difficult to find in the higher grades, particularly PR67 and above.
Obverse Description
Bust of Abraham Lincoln framed by IN GOD WE TRUST on the top periphery. The word LIBERTY to the left of the portait and the date postioned on the right side.
Reverse Description
Wheat ears flanking the words ONE CENT, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA. The motto E PLURIBUS UNUM on the top perimeter.
Catalog Information
GSID:
2514
Designer:
Victor D. Brenner
Obverse Designer:
Victor D. Brenner
Obverse Lettering:
IN GOD WE TRUST, LIBERTY, 1938
Reverse Designer:
Victor D. Brenner
Reverse Lettering:
E PLURIBUS UNUM, ONE CENT, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
Weight (gr):
3.11 gr
Weight (oz):
0.11 oz
Strike Type:
Proof
Diameter:
19
Coin Shape:
Round
Edge:
Plain
Coin Date:
1938
Denomination:
1c
Designation:
PR
Mint Location:
Philadelphia
Mintage:
14,734
Coinage Type:
Lincoln Cent
Coinage Years:
1909-1958
Composition:
95% copper; 5% tin & zinc
PCGS #:
3340
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Coin Value History
1938 1c PR RB
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1938 1c PR RB
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Greysheet & CPG® Values
| Grade | CAC | CPG Value (Retail) | Greysheet Price (Wholesale) |
|---|---|---|---|
| PR67 |
|
$1,300 | $1,234 |
| PR67 | - | $1,100 | $1,234 |
| PR66 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR66 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR65 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR65 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR64 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR64 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR63 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR63 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR62 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR62 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR61 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR61 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
Lincoln Cent 1c Matte Finish, 1909-1916 PR BN [Type]
![Lincoln Cent 1c Matte Finish, 1909-1916 PR BN [Type]](https://images.greysheet.com/Ctc/CatalogEntry/ha_com_1296_3522-0.20200712061453721.jpg?MaxWidth=200&Mode=Pad&Scale=UpscaleCanvas&format=webp)
Worth: $360 – $3,120
Lincoln Cent 1c Matte Finish, 1909-1916 PR RB [Type]
![Lincoln Cent 1c Matte Finish, 1909-1916 PR RB [Type]](https://images.greysheet.com/ProductImages/DLRC/337xxx/105be5c3-9f43-4638-b487-3fa63d819ef5.jpg?MaxWidth=200&Mode=Pad&Scale=UpscaleCanvas&format=webp)
Worth: $400 – $4,100
Lincoln Cent 1c Matte Finish, 1909-1916 PR RD [Type]
![Lincoln Cent 1c Matte Finish, 1909-1916 PR RD [Type]](https://images.greysheet.com/ctc/catalog/1910-1c-pr67-plus-rd-obv.jpg?MaxWidth=200&Mode=Pad&Scale=UpscaleCanvas&format=webp)
Worth: $630 – $54,000
1909 VDB 1c Matte Finish PR BN
Worth: $7,500 – $55,200
1909 VDB 1c Matte Finish PR RB
Worth: $10,000 – $90,000
1909 VDB 1c Matte Finish PR RD
Worth: $15,500 – $162,000
1909 1c Lincoln, Matte Finish PR BN
Worth: $385 – $3,600
1909 1c Lincoln, Matte Finish PR RB
Worth: $425 – $4,100
1909 1c Lincoln, Matte Finish PR RD
Worth: $1,000 – $65,000
1910 1c Matte Finish PR BN
Worth: $360 – $3,600
1910 1c Matte Finish PR RB
Worth: $400 – $4,100
1910 1c Matte Finish PR RD
Worth: $630 – $14,000
1911 1c Matte Finish PR BN
Worth: $360 – $6,000
1911 1c Matte Finish PR RB
Worth: $400 – $7,200
1911 1c Matte Finish PR RD
Worth: $700 – $18,000
1938 1C PR64 Red and Brown PCGS. CDN: $70 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR64. Mintage 14,734. ...
$129
1938 1C PR65 Red and Brown PCGS. PCGS Population: 96 in 65 (2 in 65+), 28 finer (11/25). CDN: $90 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS P...
$177
1938 1C PR66 Red and Brown PCGS. PCGS Population: 25 in 66, 3 finer (9/25). CDN: $120 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR66. Mintage...
$293
1938 Lincoln Cent. Proof-63 RB (PCGS).
$48
1938 1C PR67 Red and Brown NGC. NGC Census: (0/0). PCGS Population: (2/0). CDN: $850 Whsle. Bid for problem-free NGC/PCGS P...
$840
1938 Proof Set. (PCGS).
$780
1938 1C PR62 Red and Brown NGC. NGC Census: (0/0). PCGS Population (12/205). Mintage: 14,734. Numismedia Wsl. Price for pro...
$42
1938 1C PR61 Red and Brown ICG. NGC Census: (0/128). PCGS Population (1/171). Mintage: 14,734. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NG...
$37
Multiple Coin Lot...
$165
1938 1C PR64 Red and Brown PCGS. Mintage 14,734. ...
$54
1938 1C PR65 Red and Brown PCGS. PCGS Population: 96 in 65 (2 in 65+), 28 finer (11/25). CDN: $90 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS P...
$114
1938 Lincoln Cent. Proof-66 RB (NGC).
$96
1938 Lincoln Cent. Proof-63 RB (PCGS).
$120
1938 1C PR67 Red and Brown PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population: (2/0). NGC Census: (0/0). CDN: $850 Whsle. Bid for problem-free NGC/...
$960
1938 Proof Set. (PCGS).
$900
1938 1C PR62 Red and Brown PCGS. PCGS Population (13/185). NGC Census: (0/0). Mintage: 14,734. Numismedia Wsl. Price for pr...
$53
1938 1C PR61 Red and Brown ANACS. NGC Census: (0/122). PCGS Population (1/151). Mintage: 14,734. Numismedia Wsl. Price for ...
$57
1938 1C PR64 Red and Brown PCGS. PCGS Population: (175/111). NGC Census: (1/1). CDN: $70 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR64. Mint...
$51
1938 1C PR65 Red and Brown PCGS. PCGS Population: (91/26). Mintage 14,734. ...
$79
1938 1C PR66 Red and Brown PCGS. PCGS Population: (22/3). NGC Census: (0/0). CDN: $120 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR66. Mintag...
$159
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