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A semi-key of the Lincoln cent series, the 1928-S Lincoln isn't actually all that rare, even with Red-Brown and Red coloration in the lower Mint State grades. However, typical of pre-1930 S-mint Lincoln cents, the coin becomes remarkably tough in MS65 and higher, regardless of color designation.
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:
1910
Designer:
Victor D. Brenner
Obverse Designer:
Victor D. Brenner
Obverse Lettering:
IN GOD WE TRUST, LIBERTY, 1928, 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:
1928-S
Denomination:
1c
Designation:
MS
Mint Location:
San Francisco
Mint Mark:
S
Mintage:
17,266,000
Coinage Type:
Lincoln Cent
Coinage Years:
1909-1958
Composition:
Copper
PCGS #:
2591
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Coin Value History
1928-S 1c MS BN
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1928-S 1c MS BN
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Greysheet & CPG® Values
| Grade | CAC | CPG Value (Retail) | Greysheet Price (Wholesale) |
|---|---|---|---|
| MS65 |
|
$525.00 | $1,234 |
| MS65 | - | $390.00 | $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 |
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
1928-S 1C MS64 Brown NGC. Ex: Throwback - Series 1 Bullion Plus. NGC Census: 29 in 64, 5 finer (8/26). CDN: $145 Whsle. Bid...
$159
1928-S 1C Large S, FS-501, XF45 PCGS. Formerly FS-013.6. PCGS Population: 11 in 45, 59 finer (5/26). CDN: $88 Whsle. Bid fo...
$59
1928-S 1C Large S, FS-501, AU58 PCGS. Formerly FS-013.6. PCGS Population: 14 in 58, 27 finer (2/26). CDN: $135 Whsle. Bid ...
$104
1928-S 1C -- Recolored -- ANACS Details. MS60. Mintage 17,266,000....
$114
1928-S 1C MS62 Brown PCGS. PCGS Population: (53/148 and 0/0+). Mintage 17,266,000. ...
$149
1928-S 1c PCGS AU50
$30
1928-S 1c PCGS AU55 (Large S FS-501)
$65
1928-S 1C Large S, FS-501, Fine 12 PCGS. (FS-013.6). PCGS Population: (4/94). NGC Census: (0/16). Fine 12. Mintage 17,266,...
$66
1928-S 1C MS63 Brown PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population: (91/37). NGC Census: (26/23). CDN: $90 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS63. Minta...
$216
1928-S 1c PCGS XF40 (Large S FS-501 FS-013.6)
$60
1928-S 1C MS65 Brown PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population: (4/0). NGC Census: (4/1). CDN: $250 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS65. Mintage ...
$690
1928-S 1C AU53 PCGS. PCGS Population (21/223). NGC Census: (5/88). Mintage: 17,266,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for problem f...
$18
1928-S MS61 Brown ANACS. ...
$37
1928-S 1C MS64 Brown NGC. NGC Census: (25/5). PCGS Population: (37/5). CDN: $145 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS64. Mintage 17,2...
$159
1928-S 1C Large S, FS-501, XF45 PCGS. (013.6). PCGS Population: 11 in 45, 59 finer (2/26). CDN: $88 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCG...
$34
1928-S 1C AU58 PCGS. PCGS Population: (99/176). NGC Census: (25/99). CDN: $45 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS AU58. Mintage 17,266,...
$59
1928-S 1C -- Recolored -- ANACS Details. Unc. Net MS60. Mintage 17,266,000....
$114
1928-S Lincoln Cent. MS-62 BN (CACG).
$72
1928-S 1C Lincoln Cent -- Struck 30% Off Center @6:30 -- AU55 ANACS. From The Don Bonser Error Coin Collection, Part ...
$240
1928-S 1c PCGS MS63 BN
$95
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