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The 1912 matte proof Lincoln cent is a very scarce coin in terms of overall availability, as are all early matte proof Lincoln cents. Those who are unfamiliar with matte proofs may find it hard to distinguish these coins from their brilliant-uncirculated counterparts, though a closer look will reveal the differences. Matte proofs bear finer details, granular fields, and squared-off rims.
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:
2482
Designer:
Victor D. Brenner
Obverse Designer:
Victor D. Brenner
Obverse Lettering:
IN GOD WE TRUST, LIBERTY, 1912
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
Variety:
Matte Finish
Coin Date:
1912
Denomination:
1c
Designation:
PR
Mint Location:
Philadelphia
Mintage:
2,172
Coinage Type:
Lincoln Cent
Coinage Years:
1909-1958
Composition:
95% copper; 5% tin & zinc
PCGS #:
3312
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Coin Value History
1912 1c Matte Finish PR BN
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1912 1c Matte Finish PR BN
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Greysheet & CPG® Values
| Grade | CAC | CPG Value (Retail) | Greysheet Price (Wholesale) |
|---|---|---|---|
| PR67 |
|
$8,750 | $1,234 |
| PR67 | - | $7,500 | $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 |
| PR60 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR60 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU58 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU58 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
Lincoln Cent 1c Matte Finish, 1909-1916 PR BN [Type]
Worth: $360 – $3,120
Lincoln Cent 1c Matte Finish, 1909-1916 PR RB [Type]
Worth: $400 – $4,100
Lincoln Cent 1c Matte Finish, 1909-1916 PR RD [Type]
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
1912 1C PR64 Brown PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population: 66 in 64 (2 in 64+), 102 finer. CAC: 13 in 64, 29 finer (11/25). CDN: $600 W...
$1,220
1912 1C PR66+ Brown PCGS. CAC. ...
$2,806
1912 1C PR62 Brown PCGS. Housed in a Generation 1.2 "rattler" holder. PCGS Population: 11 in 62, 205 finer (9/25). CDN: $42...
$600
1912 Lincoln Cent. Proof-63 BN (NGC).
$720
1912 Lincoln Cent. Proof-65 BN (NGC).
$1,200
1912 Lincoln Cent. Proof. Unc Details--Cleaned (PCGS).
$336
1912 1C PR67 Brown NGC. ...
$3,360
1912 1C -- Recolored -- ANACS. Matte Proof 60 Details. CDN: $275 Whsle. Bid for problem-free NGC/PCGS PR60. Mintage 2,172....
$204
1912 1C Proof--Cleaned--ANACS. Proof, Net Proof 55. Some ...
$155
1912 1C PR64 Brown PCGS. PCGS Population: (64/91). Mintage 2,145. ...
$630
1912 1C PR66 Brown PCGS. PCGS Population: (27/3). Mintage 2,145. ...
$1,560
1912 1C PR62 Brown NGC. NGC Census: (8/123). PCGS Population: (10/188). CDN: $420 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR62. Mintage 2,1...
$408
1912 1C PR63 Brown NGC. NGC Census: (17/114). Mintage 2,145. ...
$552
1912 1C PR65 Brown PCGS. PCGS Population: (61/30 and 1/6+). Mintage 2,145. ...
$1,080
1912 Lincoln Cent. Proof. Unc Details--Questionable Color (PCGS).
$384
1912 1C PR67 Brown PCGS. ...
$6,000
1912 1C Brown--Cleaned, Matte--ANACS. Net PR60. NGC Census: (0/103). PCGS Population (0/114). Mintage: 2,172. Numismedi...
$253
1912 1C PR64 Brown PCGS. PCGS Population: (63/90). NGC Census: (53/55). CDN: $560 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR64. Mintage 2,1...
$1,110
1912 1C PR66 Brown PCGS. PCGS Population: (27/3). NGC Census: (17/3). CDN: $1,550 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR66. Mintage 2,1...
$4,800
1912 Lincoln Cent. Proof-62 BN (PCGS).
$360
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