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The 1916 Lincoln cent is a relatively common coin from circulated through Mint State grades, with plentiful examples even into the Gem levels. As with any early Lincoln cent, quality is key, and it is best to pick examples with good strike and even color, as these will always have a ready market when the opportunity comes to sell.
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:
1742
Designer:
Victor D. Brenner
Obverse Designer:
Victor D. Brenner
Obverse Lettering:
IN GOD WE TRUST, LIBERTY, 1916
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:
1916
Denomination:
1c
Designation:
MS
Mint Location:
Philadelphia
Mintage:
131,833,677
Coinage Type:
Lincoln Cent
Coinage Years:
1909-1958
Composition:
Copper
PCGS #:
2486
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Coin Value History
1916 1c MS BN
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1916 1c MS BN
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Greysheet & CPG® Values
| Grade | CAC | CPG Value (Retail) | Greysheet Price (Wholesale) |
|---|---|---|---|
| MS65 |
|
$130.00 | $1,234 |
| MS65 | - | $110.00 | $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 |
| MS61 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS61 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS60 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS60 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU58 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU58 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU55 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU55 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU53 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU53 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU50 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU50 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| XF45 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| XF45 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| XF40 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| XF40 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF35 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF35 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF30 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF30 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF25 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF25 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF20 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF20 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| F15 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| F15 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| F12 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| F12 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| VG10 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| VG10 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| VG8 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| VG8 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| G6 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| G6 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| G4 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| G4 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| AG3 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| AG3 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
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Worth: $0 – $45
Lincoln Cent 1c Wheat Reverse, 1909-1958 MS RB [Type]
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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
1916 1C Lincoln Cent -- Broadstruck -- MS63 Brown NGC....
$159
1916 Lincoln Cent. Unc Details--Altered Color (NGC).
$72
Mint Error: 1916 1c PCGS VG-10 (D/S Rotated in Collar)
$555
1916 1c PCGS MS62 BN
$26
1916 1C Lincoln Cent -- Double Struck, Second Strike Off Center -- MS64 Brown NGC. ...
$600
1916 1c PCGS AU58
$17
1916 Lincoln Cent. MS-65 BN (PCGS). Gold Shield Holder.
$132
1916 1C --Artificially Toned--MS60 Brown ICG. MS60 Details. NGC Census: (0/81). PCGS Population (0/62). Mintage: 131,833,680...
$54
1916 1C XF45 ICG. Mintage: 131,833,680. (#2486)...
$10
1916 1C, BN
$9
1916 1C MS63 Brown PCGS. PCGS Population (25/60). NGC Census: (44/150). Mintage: 131,833,680. Numismedia Wsl. Price for pro...
$23
1916 Lincoln Cent. Unc Details--Questionable Color (PCGS).
$62
1916 1C MS62 Brown ANACS. NGC Census: (6/68). PCGS Population (3/45). Mintage: 131,833,680. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/P...
$25
1916 1C Lincoln Cent -- Struck 20% Off Center @1:00 -- MS64 Brown ANACS. ...
$210
1916 1C, BN
$4
1916 1C MS65 Brown PCGS. PCGS Population: (34/3). NGC Census: (18/9). CDN: $80 Whsle. Bid for problem-free NGC/PCGS MS65. M...
$155
1916 1C Brown--Cleaned--ANACS. MS60 Details. NGC Census: (0/62). PCGS Population (0/38). Mintage: 131,833,680. Numismedia W...
$23
1916 1C MS63 Brown PCGS. PCGS Population (25/59). NGC Census: (40/148). Mintage: 131,833,680. Numismedia Wsl. Price for pr...
$34
1916 1C MS64 Brown PCGS. PCGS Population: (122/37). NGC Census: (72/27). CDN: $55 Whsle. Bid for problem-free NGC/PCGS MS64...
$41
1916 1C MS65 Brown NGC. NGC Census: (17/9). PCGS Population (17/3). Mintage: 131,833,680. Numismedia Wsl. Price for problem...
$164
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