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1929-S Lincoln cents is one of the most common pre-1930 S-mint issues from the series but is considerably tough in grades of MS65 or better. Seek quality examples with rich color, few surface marks, and a crisp strike to ensure satisfaction with the purchase and the best possible opportunity for a decent return on the investment.
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:
1917
Designer:
Victor D. Brenner
Obverse Designer:
Victor D. Brenner
Obverse Lettering:
IN GOD WE TRUST, LIBERTY, 1929, 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:
1929-S
Denomination:
1c
Designation:
MS
Mint Location:
San Francisco
Mint Mark:
S
Mintage:
50,148,000
Coinage Type:
Lincoln Cent
Coinage Years:
1909-1958
Composition:
Copper
PCGS #:
2601
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Coin Value History
1929-S 1c MS RB
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1929-S 1c MS RB
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Greysheet & CPG® Values
| Grade | CAC | CPG Value (Retail) | Greysheet Price (Wholesale) |
|---|---|---|---|
| MS67 |
|
$2,000 | $1,234 |
| MS67 | - | $1,500 | $1,234 |
| MS66 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS66 | - | $1,234 | $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
1929-S 1C MS65 Red and Brown ANACS. Mintage 50,148,000. ...
$149
1929-S Lincoln Cent. MS-63 RB (PCGS).
$65
1929-S Lincoln Cent. MS-64 RB (NGC).
$24
1929-S 1C MS66 Red and Brown PCGS. PCGS Population: (1/0). NGC Census: (5/1). CDN: $300 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS66. Minta...
$384
1929-S 1C MS62 Red and Brown PCGS. PCGS Population (13/225). NGC Census: (12/280). Mintage: 50,148,000. Numismedia Wsl. Pri...
$30
1929-S 1C, RB
$11
1929-S 1C MS65 Red and Brown NGC. NGC Census: 87 in 65 (2 in 65+), 10 finer (2/26). CDN: $150 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS65...
$129
1929-S 1C MS63 Red and Brown PCGS. PCGS Population (84/204). NGC Census: (42/140). Mintage: 50,148,000. Numismedia Wsl. Pri...
$56
1929-S 1C MS64 Red and Brown NGC. NGC Census: (160/83). PCGS Population: (275/70). CDN: $55 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS64. M...
$51
1929-S 1C MS66 Red and Brown NGC. The surfaces are a deep ...
$106
1929-S 1C MS62 Red and Brown ANACS. Mintage: 50,148,000. ...
$13
1929-S 1C MS65 Red and Brown NGC. NGC Census: 84 in 65 (2 in 65+), 9 finer (12/25). CDN: $150 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS65....
$124
1929-S 1C MS63 Red and Brown NGC. NGC Census: (38/129). PCGS Population (73/184). Mintage: 50,148,000. Numismedia Wsl. Pric...
$30
1929-S 1C MS64 Red and Brown NGC. NGC Census: (160/83). PCGS Population: (275/70). CDN: $55 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS64. M...
$51
1929-S 1C, RB
$16
1929-S 1C MS65 Red and Brown NGC. NGC Census: 84 in 65 (2 in 65+), 9 finer (10/25). CDN: $150 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS65....
$154
1929-D 1C -- Altered Color -- NGC Details. UNC, 1929-S 1C MS63 Red and Brown NGC and 1930-D 1C -- Questionable Color --... (Total: 3 coins)
$35
1929-S 1C MS64 Red and Brown PCGS. PCGS Population: (266/67). NGC Census: (156/81). CDN: $45 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS64. ...
$65
1929-S Lincoln Cent. MS-65 RB (PCGS).
$96
1929-S 1C MS63 Red and Brown NGC. NGC Census: (24/114). PCGS Population (51/140). Mintage: 50,148,000. Numismedia Wsl. Pric...
$25
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