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This semi-key date is widely available in the circulated grades but becomes significantly more difficult to locate in Mint State, especially in the Gem vicinity of MS65 or better. With fewer than 1,000 Red specimens believed to exist, the 1919-S Lincoln cent keeps enthusiasts looking far and wide, with many registry set collectors dropping big bucks for the rare opportunity to purchase a top piece in the MS66 range.
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:
1861
Designer:
Victor D. Brenner
Obverse Designer:
Victor D. Brenner
Obverse Lettering:
IN GOD WE TRUST, LIBERTY, 1919, 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:
1919-S
Denomination:
1c
Designation:
MS
Mint Location:
San Francisco
Mint Mark:
S
Mintage:
139,760,000
Coinage Type:
Lincoln Cent
Coinage Years:
1909-1958
Composition:
Copper
PCGS #:
2521
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Coin Value History
1919-S 1c MS RD
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1919-S 1c MS RD
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| Grade | CAC | CPG Value (Retail) | Greysheet Price (Wholesale) |
|---|---|---|---|
| MS66 |
|
$51,500 | $1,234 |
| MS66 | - | $31,000 | $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 |
| MS61 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS61 | - | $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
1919-S Lincoln Cent. MS-65+ RD (PCGS).
$7,800
1919-S 1C MS64 Red PCGS. Mintage 139,760,000. From The MNO Collection....
$720
1919-S 1C MS66 Red PCGS. CAC....
$43,200
1919-S Lincoln Cent. MS-63 RD (PCGS).
$255
1919-S 1C PCGS Genuine. The PCGS number ending in .91 suggests Artificial Color as the reason, or perhaps one of the reason...
$126
1919-S 1C Lincoln Cent Broadstruck--Damaged--ICG. XF45 Details. ...
$17
Multiple Coin Lot...
$154
1919-S 1C, RD
$92
1919-S 1C MS65 Red NGC. Housed in a Generation 4 premium holder. NGC Census: (5/1). Mintage 139,760,000....
$3,240
1919-S 1C MS64 Red PCGS. Mintage 139,760,000. From The rhp Collection....
$720
1919-S 1C MS66 Red PCGS. ...
$20,400
1919-S 1C MS63 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (24/140). NGC Census: (10/32). Mintage: 139,760,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for pro...
$306
1919-S 1C MS65+ Red PCGS. The 1919-S is scarce in Gem Red condition, and only a handful of finer Red coins are known. This ...
$9,300
1919-S Lincoln Cent. MS-64 RD (PCGS).
$600
1919-S 1C, RD
$19,550
1919-S 1C MS63 Red PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population (24/140). NGC Census: (20/64). Mintage: 139,760,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price fo...
$978
1919-S 1C MS65 Red PCGS. CAC. ...
$11,100
1919-S 1C MS64 Red PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population: (139/38). NGC Census: (30/6). CDN: $600 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS64. Mintag...
$900
1919-S 1C Lincoln Cent Struck 15% Off Center MS63 BN NGC. ...
$92
1919-S 1C MS65 Red PCGS. ...
$2,640
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