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The 1912-S Lincoln penny is a scarce semi-key coin, like many other S-mint issues from the early period of this series. Examples are tough in circulated grades and are increasingly rare ascending on the grading spectrum. Uncirculated specimens are scarce across the board, with Red specimens very rare in the Gem grades. There is some speculation that this and other early S-mint Lincoln cents may have been struck using a different alloy, a theory posed due to the relatively light color of Red-designated uncirculated coins.
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:
1819
Designer:
Victor D. Brenner
Obverse Designer:
Victor D. Brenner
Obverse Lettering:
IN GOD WE TRUST, LIBERTY, 1912, 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:
1912-S
Denomination:
1c
Designation:
MS
Mint Location:
San Francisco
Mint Mark:
S
Mintage:
4,431,000
Coinage Type:
Lincoln Cent
Coinage Years:
1909-1958
Composition:
Copper
PCGS #:
2458
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Coin Value History
1912-S 1c MS RD
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| Grade | CAC | CPG Value (Retail) | Greysheet Price (Wholesale) |
|---|---|---|---|
| MS66 |
|
$29,000 | $1,234 |
| MS66 | - | $17,000 | $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: $40 – $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: $1,975 – $35,000
1909-S VDB 1c MS RD
Worth: $2,000 – $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
1912-S Lincoln Cent. MS-64 RD (PCGS).
$600
1912-S Lincoln Cent. MS-65+ RD (PCGS). CAC.
$9,600
1912-S 1C MS66 Red PCGS. CAC....
$24,000
1912-S Lincoln Cent. MS-63 RD (PCGS).
$384
1912-S Lincoln Cent. Unc Details--Cleaning (PCGS).
$129
1912-S 1C -- Cleaning -- PCGS Genuine. AU Details. NGC Census: (0/78). PCGS Population (0/262). Mintage: 4,431,000....
$53
1912-S 1C MS62 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (1/219). NGC Census: (0/72). Mintage: 4,431,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for problem...
$374
1912-S 1C Red--Cleaned, Obverse Rim Cuds--ICG. MS60 Details. NGC Census: (0/69). PCGS Population (2/215). Mintage: 4,431,00...
$138
1912-S 1C MS64 Red PCGS. PCGS Population: (192/98). NGC Census: (45/26). CDN: $700 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS64. Mintage 4,...
$600
1912-S 1C MS65 Red PCGS. PCGS Population: (81/14). Mintage 4,431,000. ...
$1,920
1912-S 1C MS66 Red PCGS. From a smallish mintage of 4.4 million pieces, the 1912-S Lincoln cent is a better date in the pop...
$10,200
1912-S Lincoln Cent. MS-63 RD (PCGS).
$360
1912-S 1C MS62 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (1/213). NGC Census: (0/69). Mintage: 4,431,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCG...
$546
1912-S 1C MS64 Red PCGS. PCGS Population: (192/91). NGC Census: (44/23). CDN: $650 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS64. Mintage 4,...
$906
1912-S Lincoln Cent. MS-65 RD (PCGS).
$2,640
1912-S 1C MS66 Red PCGS. CAC. ...
$15,600
1912-S 1C MS63 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (23/234). NGC Census: (8/70). Mintage: 4,431,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for proble...
$352
1912-S Lincoln Cent. MS-64 RD (NGC).
$660
1912-S 1C MS65+ Red PCGS. CAC....
$9,000
1912-S 1c PCGS MS66 RD
$15,000
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