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The 1916-D Lincoln cent is a better date, though it isn't necessarily a semi-key in the strictest sense as a few million exist across the entire grading spectrum. Given a respectable mintage and a substantial number of survivors, the 1916-D is among the earliest of branch-mint Lincoln cents that is encountered with some degree of regularity. Specimens are plentiful even into the uncirculated grades, though are quite scarce above MS64 or MS65.
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:
1838
Designer:
Victor D. Brenner
Obverse Designer:
Victor D. Brenner
Obverse Lettering:
IN GOD WE TRUST, LIBERTY, 1916, D
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-D
Denomination:
1c
Designation:
MS
Mint Location:
Denver
Mint Mark:
D
Mintage:
35,956,000
Coinage Type:
Lincoln Cent
Coinage Years:
1909-1958
Composition:
Copper
PCGS #:
2489
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Coin Value History
1916-D 1c MS BN
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1916-D 1c MS BN
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Greysheet & CPG® Values
| Grade | CAC | CPG Value (Retail) | Greysheet Price (Wholesale) |
|---|---|---|---|
| MS66 |
|
$1,800 | $1,234 |
| MS66 | - | $1,500 | $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 |
| 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 |
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
1916-D 1C MS64 Brown PCGS. CDN: $135 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS64. Mintage 35,956,000. ...
$171
1916-D Lincoln Cent. Unc Details--Questionable Color (PCGS).
$114
1916-D 1C MS63 Brown PCGS. CDN: $85 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS63. Mintage 35,956,000. ...
$119
1916-D 1C AU58 PCGS. CDN: $50 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS AU58. Mintage 35,956,000. ...
$69
1916-D 1C MS62 Brown PCGS. PCGS Population: 94 in 62, 480 finer (10/25). CDN: $78 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS62. Mintage 35,...
$94
1916-D 1C MS61 Brown ANACS. Mintage 35,956,000. ...
$59
1916-D Lincoln Cent. MS-66 BN (PCGS).
$3,120
1916-D 1C MS65 Brown NGC. NGC Census: (56/6). PCGS Population: (41/3). CDN: $350 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS65. Mintage 35,9...
$336
1916-D 1C AU55 PCGS. This lot also includes the following: 1921-S 1C AU55 PCGS; and a 1924-S 1C AU55 PCGS. ... (Total: 3 coins)
$258
1916-D 1C -- Questionable Color -- PCGS Genuine. Unc Details. NGC Census: (2/303). PCGS Population (0/273). Mintage: 35,956...
$48
1916-D 1C XF45 PCGS. PCGS Population (22/380). NGC Census: (12/340). Mintage: 35,956,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for problem...
$23
1916-D 1C AU50 PCGS. PCGS Population (6/175). NGC Census: (0/247). Mintage: 35,956,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS ...
$26
1916-D 1C MS64 Brown PCGS. CDN: $135 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS64. Mintage 35,956,000. ...
$134
1916-D 1C Questionable Color PCGS Genuine. This PCGS number ending in 91 suggests Questionable Color as the reason, or perh...
$53
1916-D 1C MS63 Brown PCGS. CDN: $85 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS63. Mintage 35,956,000. ...
$104
1916-D 1C AU58 PCGS. PCGS Population: (133/550). NGC Census: (68/447). CDN: $50 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS AU58. Mintage 35,95...
$61
1916-D 1C MS62 Brown PCGS. PCGS Population: (89/460). Mintage 35,956,000. ...
$74
1916-D 1C MS61 Brown ANACS. NGC Census: (24/492). PCGS Population (5/185). Mintage: 35,956,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for p...
$65
1916-D Lincoln Cent. MS-66 BN (NGC).
$881
1916-D Lincoln Cent. MS-65 BN (PCGS).
$360
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