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The year 1942 marks the last run of regular-issue proof coins before a war-induced hiatus on the production of proof coins. 1942 proof cents aren't particularly difficult, though they are rarer than the proofs that came in later years. Avoid pieces with spots and stains, choosing pieces with excellent eye appeal and nice, even color.
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:
2530
Designer:
Victor D. Brenner
Obverse Designer:
Victor D. Brenner
Obverse Lettering:
IN GOD WE TRUST, LIBERTY, 1942
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:
1942
Denomination:
1c
Designation:
PR
Mint Location:
Philadelphia
Mintage:
32,600
Coinage Type:
Lincoln Cent
Coinage Years:
1909-1958
Composition:
95% copper; 5% tin & zinc
PCGS #:
3353
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Coin Value History
1942 1c PR RD
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1942 1c PR RD
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Greysheet & CPG® Values
| Grade | CAC | CPG Value (Retail) | Greysheet Price (Wholesale) |
|---|---|---|---|
| PR67 |
|
$4,050 | $1,234 |
| PR67 | - | $3,250 | $1,234 |
| PR66 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR66 | - | $1,234 | $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
1942 1C PR63 Red NGC. CDN: $55 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR63. Mintage 32,600. ...
$64
1942 1C PR66 Red PCGS. CDN: $430 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR66. Mintage 32,600. ...
$439
1942 1C PR64 Red Cameo PCGS. CDN: $64 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR64. Mintage 32,600. ...
$195
1942 1C PR65 Red PCGS. CDN: $100 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR65. Mintage 32,600. ...
$189
1942 1C PR62 Red PCGS. CDN: $48 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR62. Mintage 32,600. ...
$49
1942 1C PR67 Red NGC. NGC Census: (24/0). Mintage 32,600. ...
$1,500
Five-Piece 1942 Proof Set. (PCGS).
$780
1942 1C PR61 Red ANACS. NGC Census: (3/764). PCGS Population (11/2000). Mintage: 32,600. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS...
$23
1942 1C, RD
$11
1942 1C PR63 Red NGC. CDN: $55 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR63. Mintage 32,600. ...
$139
1942 Lincoln Cent. Proof-66 RD (PCGS). CAC.
$732
1942 1C PR64 Red PCGS. Mintage 32,600. ...
$64
1942 1C PR65 Red PCGS. CAC. Housed in a Generation 2.1 green label holder. CAC: 50 in 65, 77 finer (11/25). CDN: $100 Whsl...
$317
1942 Lincoln Cent. Proof-62 RD (PCGS).
$48
1942 1C PR67 Red NGC. NGC Census: (22/0). Mintage 32,600. ...
$1,692
Five-Piece 1942 Proof Set. (PCGS).
$780
1942 1C PR61 Red ANACS. NGC Census: (3/775). PCGS Population (11/2003). Mintage: 32,600. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS...
$48
1942 1C PR63 Red PCGS. This piece is housed in a PCGS green label holder. PCGS Population: (661/2346). NGC Census: (201/995...
$59
1942 1C PR66 Red PCGS. CDN: $430 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR66. Mintage 32,600. ...
$537
1942 1C PR64 Red PCGS. Mintage 32,600. ...
$94
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