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A mild recession in the early 1920s helped slow down coin production on the whole, something seen not just in the relatively lower mintages of US coins in 1921 but especially the case in 1922. While Philly-minted 1921 Lincoln cents aren't scarce in circulated condition, they're among the tougher Philadelphia cents from the 1920s across the board. This issue is scarce in uncirculated grades, with pieces grading MS66 and higher very difficult to obtain and almost always commanding stiff premiums.
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:
1762
Designer:
Victor D. Brenner
Obverse Designer:
Victor D. Brenner
Obverse Lettering:
IN GOD WE TRUST, LIBERTY, 1921
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:
1921
Denomination:
1c
Designation:
MS
Mint Location:
Philadelphia
Mintage:
39,157,000
Coinage Type:
Lincoln Cent
Coinage Years:
1909-1958
Composition:
Copper
PCGS #:
2533
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Coin Value History
1921 1c MS RD
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1921 1c MS RD
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Greysheet & CPG® Values
| Grade | CAC | CPG Value (Retail) | Greysheet Price (Wholesale) |
|---|---|---|---|
| MS68 |
|
$48,000 | $1,234 |
| MS68 | - | $38,500 | $1,234 |
| MS67 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS67 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS66 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS66 | - | $1,234 | $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
1921 1C MS64 Red NGC. CDN: $135 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS64. Mintage 39,157,000. ...
$171
1921 1C MS65 Red PCGS. Housed in a Generation 3.1 green label holder. CDN: $475 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS65. Mintage 39,...
$476
1921 1C MS66 Red NGC. NGC Census: 26 in 66, 2 finer (10/25). CDN: $1,200 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS66. Mintage 39,157,000. ...
$1,920
1921 1C MS63 Red PCGS. PCGS Population: (44/816). Mintage 39,157,000. ...
$94
1921 1C MS67+ Red PCGS....
$10,200
1921 1C MS68 Red PCGS. CAC. ...
$31,200
1921 1C -- Questionable Color -- PCGS Genuine. Unc Details. NGC Census: (0/214). PCGS Population (0/629). Mintage: 39,157,...
$16
1921 1C MS64 Red PCGS. CDN: $135 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS64. Mintage 39,157,000. ...
$149
1921 1C MS65 Red PCGS. Housed in a Generation 3.1 green label holder. CDN: $475 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS65. Mintage 39,15...
$610
1921 1C MS66 Red PCGS. PCGS Population: (86/17). Mintage 39,157,000. ...
$1,380
1921 1C MS63 Red PCGS. PCGS Population: (38/753). NGC Census: (12/218). CDN: $110 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS63. Mintage 39,...
$168
1921 1C MS67 Red NGC....
$3,120
1921 1C MS68 Red PCGS. ...
$26,400
1921 Lincoln Cent. MS-64 RD (PCGS).
$145
1921 1C MS65 Red PCGS. Housed in a Generation 3.1 green label holder. CDN: $475 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS65. Mintage 39,1...
$885
1921 1C MS66 Red PCGS. PCGS Population: (85/17). Mintage 39,157,000. From The MNO Collection....
$1,200
1921 Lincoln Cent. MS-63 RD (PCGS). OGH.
$110
1921 1C MS67 Red PCGS. CAC. ...
$10,500
1921 1C MS68 Red PCGS. ...
$36,000
1921 1C MS64 Red PCGS. Mintage 39,157,000. ...
$129
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