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The 1915-S Lincoln cent is a scarce semi-key in circulated grades but is one of the toughest coins to locate in Mint State grades. The 1915-S in any of the Red Gem grades is considerably tougher than nearly any other issue in the Lincoln cent series, eclipsing pieces like the 1914-D and 1926-S. it is a coin that for many years was perhaps under-appreciated in part due to relatively few collectors actively competing for these coins. Then came the advent of registry sets in the early 2000s and prices began climbing as relatively availability of full Red specimens all but dried up. Anyone hoping to land a nice Red Gem specimen should prepare to wait patiently until finding the right one.
Obverse Description
Bust of Abraham Lincoln framed by IN GOD WE TRUST on the top periphery. The word LIBERTY to the left of the portrait and the date and mintmark (If any) positioned 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:
1837
Designer:
Victor D. Brenner
Obverse Designer:
Victor D. Brenner
Obverse Lettering:
IN GOD WE TRUST, LIBERTY, 1915, S
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:
Business
Diameter:
19
Coin Shape:
Round
Edge:
Plain
Coin Date:
1915-S
Denomination:
1c
Designation:
MS
Mint Location:
San Francisco
Mint Mark:
S
Mintage:
4,833,000
Coinage Type:
Lincoln Cent
Coinage Years:
1909-1958
Composition:
Copper
PCGS #:
2485
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Coin Value History
1915-S 1c MS RD
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| Grade | CAC | CPG Value (Retail) | Greysheet Price (Wholesale) |
|---|---|---|---|
| MS66 |
|
$27,500 | $1,234 |
| MS66 | - | $21,500 | $1,234 |
| MS65 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS65 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS64 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS64 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS63 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS63 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS62 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS62 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
Lincoln Cent 1c Wheat Reverse, 1909-1958 MS BN [Type]
![Lincoln Cent 1c Wheat Reverse, 1909-1958 MS BN [Type]](https://images.greysheet.com/ProductImages/DLRC/133xxx/b732e156-4f38-45e4-95ee-83317fee2e70.jpg?MaxWidth=200&Mode=Pad&Scale=UpscaleCanvas&format=webp)
Worth: $0 – $45
Lincoln Cent 1c Wheat Reverse, 1909-1958 MS RB [Type]
![Lincoln Cent 1c Wheat Reverse, 1909-1958 MS RB [Type]](https://images.greysheet.com/ProductImages/DLRC/435xxx/69281083-4e89-4e1b-8add-20c192601463.jpg?MaxWidth=200&Mode=Pad&Scale=UpscaleCanvas&format=webp)
Worth: $0 – $55
Lincoln Cent 1c Wheat Reverse, 1909-1958 MS RD [Type]
![Lincoln Cent 1c Wheat Reverse, 1909-1958 MS RD [Type]](https://images.greysheet.com/ProductImages/DLRC/360xxx/46668f31-a86b-430a-87d1-43ecb24d68e1.jpg?MaxWidth=200&Mode=Pad&Scale=UpscaleCanvas&format=webp)
Worth: $0 – $100
1909 VDB 1c MS BN
Worth: $2 – $450
1909 VDB 1c MS RB
Worth: $22 – $22,000
1909 VDB 1c MS RD
Worth: $55 – $50,000
1909 VDB 1c Doubled Die Obverse MS BN
Worth: $10 – $330
1909 VDB 1c Doubled Die Obverse MS RB
Worth: $130 – $750
1909 VDB 1c Doubled Die Obverse MS RD
Worth: $175 – $10,000
1909-S VDB 1c MS BN
Worth: $550 – $25,000
1909-S VDB 1c MS RB
Worth: $2,150 – $42,000
1909-S VDB 1c MS RD
Worth: $2,150 – $150,000
1909 1c Lincoln MS BN
Worth: $0 – $960
1909 1c Lincoln MS RB
Worth: $25 – $1,440
1909 1c Lincoln MS RD
Worth: $40 – $3,000
1915-S 1C MS65 Red PCGS....
$4,920
1915-S 1C MS64 Red PCGS. PCGS Population: (66/42). Mintage 4,833,000. ...
$2,040
1915-S 1C MS66+ Red PCGS. CAC....
$39,600
1915-S 1C -- Cleaning -- PCGS Genuine. AU Details. NGC Census: (0/33). PCGS Population (0/91). Mintage: 4,833,000....
$63
1915-S 1C Red -- Environmental Damage -- PCGS Genuine. Unc Details. NGC Census: (0/64). PCGS Population (0/94). Mintage: 4,...
$690
1915-S Lincoln Cent. Unc Details--Questionable Color (PCGS).
$846
1915-S 1C MS63 Red ANACS. Nicely struck, copper-red, with ...
$431
1915-S Lincoln Cent. MS-65+ RD (PCGS). CAC.
$13,200
1915-S Lincoln Cent. MS-64 RD (PCGS). CAC.
$2,880
1915-S 1C MS66 Red PCGS. CAC. ...
$22,800
1915-S 1C MS65 Red NGC. Housed in a Generation 6 premium holder. NGC Census: (9/2). Mintage 4,833,000....
$2,040
1915-S 1C MS64 Red PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population: (66/42). NGC Census: (18/11). CDN: $1,200 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS64. Mint...
$1,920
1915-S 1C MS66 Red PCGS. CAC. ...
$20,400
1915-S 1C MS65 Red PCGS....
$5,520
1915-S Lincoln Cent. MS-64 RD (PCGS).
$660
1915-S 1C MS66 Red PCGS. ...
$9,000
1915-S 1C MS65 Red PCGS....
$5,760
1915-S 1C MS64 Red NGC. NGC Census: (17/12). PCGS Population: (63/43). CDN: $1,300 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS64. Mintage 4,...
$1,020
1915-S 1C MS66 Red PCGS. ...
$10,800
1915-S Lincoln Cent. MS-65+ RD (PCGS).
$6,000
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