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The run of proof 1938 Lincoln cents is much higher than any single-issue production of proof coins that came before, and increasing mintages became the case for proof coinage of the 1930s and early 1940s, with most successive years bringing higher proof mintages than the previous. And while the 1938 proof Lincoln cent is not really a scarce issue by mintage, it is more difficult to find in the higher grades, particularly PR67 and above.
Obverse Description
Bust of Abraham Lincoln framed by IN GOD WE TRUST on the top periphery. The word LIBERTY to the left of the portait and the date postioned 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:
2511
Designer:
Victor D. Brenner
Obverse Designer:
Victor D. Brenner
Obverse Lettering:
IN GOD WE TRUST, LIBERTY, 1938
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:
Proof
Diameter:
19
Coin Shape:
Round
Edge:
Plain
Coin Date:
1938
Denomination:
1c
Designation:
PR
Mint Location:
Philadelphia
Mintage:
14,734
Coinage Type:
Lincoln Cent
Coinage Years:
1909-1958
Composition:
95% copper; 5% tin & zinc
PCGS #:
3339
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Coin Value History
1938 1c PR BN
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1938 1c PR BN
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Greysheet & CPG® Values
| Grade | CAC | CPG Value (Retail) | Greysheet Price (Wholesale) |
|---|---|---|---|
| PR66 |
|
$155.00 | $1,234 |
| PR66 | - | $130.00 | $1,234 |
| PR65 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR65 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR64 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR64 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR63 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR63 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR62 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR62 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR61 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR61 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR60 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR60 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
Lincoln Cent 1c Matte Finish, 1909-1916 PR BN [Type]
Worth: $360 – $3,120
Lincoln Cent 1c Matte Finish, 1909-1916 PR RB [Type]
Worth: $400 – $4,100
Lincoln Cent 1c Matte Finish, 1909-1916 PR RD [Type]
Worth: $630 – $54,000
1909 VDB 1c Matte Finish PR BN
Worth: $7,500 – $55,200
1909 VDB 1c Matte Finish PR RB
Worth: $10,000 – $90,000
1909 VDB 1c Matte Finish PR RD
Worth: $15,500 – $162,000
1909 1c Lincoln, Matte Finish PR BN
Worth: $385 – $3,600
1909 1c Lincoln, Matte Finish PR RB
Worth: $425 – $4,100
1909 1c Lincoln, Matte Finish PR RD
Worth: $1,000 – $65,000
1910 1c Matte Finish PR BN
Worth: $360 – $3,600
1910 1c Matte Finish PR RB
Worth: $400 – $4,100
1910 1c Matte Finish PR RD
Worth: $630 – $14,000
1911 1c Matte Finish PR BN
Worth: $360 – $6,000
1911 1c Matte Finish PR RB
Worth: $400 – $7,200
1911 1c Matte Finish PR RD
Worth: $700 – $18,000
1938 1C Proof Set NGC. Cent PR63 Red; Nickel PR66; Dime PR65 NGC; Quarter PR64 NGC; and a Half Dollar PR64 NGC. ... (Total: 5 coins)
$1,020
1938 Lincoln Cent. Proof-64 BN (PCGS).
$47
1938 1C Proof Set NGC. The set includes: 1C PR65 Red and Brown, 5C PR64, 10C PR66, 25C PR66 and 50C PR65. ... (Total: 5 coins)
$1,292
1938 1C --Altered Color--NCS. Proof. NGC Census: (0/12). PCGS Population (0/8). Mintage: 14,734. (#3339)...
$23
1938 1C PR 55 Environmental Damage, ANACS....
$39
Five-Piece 1938 Proof Set PCGS. The set is housed in separate holders with consecutive certification numbers, and includes: ... (Total: 5 coins)
$822
1938 1C PR64 Red NGC. NGC Census: (4/2). PCGS Population: (11/20). Mintage 14,734....
$61
1938 1C --Environmental Damage--ANACS. Proof 60 Details. ...
$17
1938 PR 55 Brown--Corroded--ANACS....
$24
1938 1C PR63 Brown PCGS. PCGS Population (3/5). NGC Census: (3/5). Mintage: 14,734. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin...
$42
1938 1C PR64 Brown PCGS. PCGS Population (6/0). NGC Census: (4/2). Mintage: 14,734. Numismedia Wsl. Price for problem free ...
$56
1938 1C Brown--Artificially Toned--ANACS. PR60 Details. NGC Census: (0/11). PCGS Population (0/8). Mintage: 14,734. Numisme...
$42
An ANACS-Certified 1938 Proof Set that includes: 1938 ...
$1,322
1938 1C PR63 Brown NGC. PCGS Population (2/2). NGC Census: (3/4). Mintage: 14,734. Numismedia Wsl. Price: $44.(#3339)...
$51
1938 1C PR 64 Brown ANACS. ...
$40
1938 1C Brown--Cleaned--ANACS. PR60 Details. NGC Census: (0/10). PCGS Population (0/5). Mintage: 14,734. Numismedia Wsl. Pr...
$57
1938 1C Proof Set PR63 to PR65 NGC. The set includes: Cent PR63 Brown, rich orange-tan and ocean-blue colors, a spot at... (5 Coins)
$1,495
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