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The first regular-issue proof Lincoln cents in 20 years, the 1936 satin proofs bear a similar resemblance to the matte proofs that preceded this piece a generation earlier. However, collectors of the 1930s weren't particularly fond of the satin finish, which bears little difference in outward appearance from nice uncirculated business-strikes. Officials at the US Mint paid heed to the numismatic outcry and produced 1936 pennies with brilliant finishes, leaving the satin proofs as the rarer of the two types. Given a relatively low survival rate of perhaps 500 to 600 pieces, many of these satin-finish proofs were presumably spent as money.
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:
2499
Designer:
Victor D. Brenner
Obverse Designer:
Victor D. Brenner
Obverse Lettering:
IN GOD WE TRUST, LIBERTY, 1936
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
Variety:
Satin Finish
Coin Date:
1936
Denomination:
1c
Designation:
PR
Mint Location:
Philadelphia
Mintage:
5,569
Coinage Type:
Lincoln Cent
Coinage Years:
1909-1958
Composition:
95% copper; 5% tin & zinc
PCGS #:
3332
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Coin Value History
1936 1c Satin Finish PR RD
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1936 1c Satin Finish PR RD
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| Grade | CAC | CPG Value (Retail) | Greysheet Price (Wholesale) |
|---|---|---|---|
| PR67 |
|
$24,000 | $1,234 |
| PR67 | - | $14,500 | $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 |
1936 1C Type One--Satin Finish PR66 Red PCGS. ...
$4,514
1936 1C Type One, Satin Finish, PR64 Red PCGS. PCGS Population: 91 in 64 (2 in 64+), 114 finer (11/25). CDN: $950 Whsle. Bi...
$1,560
1936 1C Type One--Satin Finish PR65 Red NGC....
$3,600
1936 1c PCGS Proof 62 RD (Type 1 Satin Finish) ex: D.L. Hansen
$450
1936 1C Type One--Satin Finish PR63 Red PCGS. PCGS Population: (28/194). NGC Census: (6/49). CDN: $400 Whsle. Bid for probl...
$456
1936 Proof Set. (PCGS).
$6,600
1936 1C Type One--Satin Finish, Corroded--NCS. Proof. NGC Census: (0/0). PCGS Population (0/168). Mintage: 5,569. (#3332)...
$150
1936 1C Type One--Satin Finish PR66 Red PCGS....
$4,320
1936 1C Type One--Satin Finish PR64 Red PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population: (89/104). CAC Population: (10/31). Mintage 5,569. ...
$1,980
1936 1C Type One--Satin Finish PR65 Red PCGS....
$2,400
1936 Lincoln Cent. Satin Proof-62 RD (PCGS).
$240
1936 Five-Piece Proof Set PR63 to PR64 PCGS Secure. ... (Total: 5 coins)
$4,453
1936 Proof Set. (PCGS).
$6,600
1936 1C Type One--Satin Finish PR66+ Red PCGS. CAC....
$13,200
1936 1C Type One--Satin Finish PR64 Red PCGS. PCGS Population: (89/104). Mintage 5,569. ...
$1,920
1936 1C Type One--Satin Finish PR65 Red PCGS. CAC. The Satin Finish for proof cents was replaced midway through 1936 with t...
$5,400
1936 1C Type One--Satin Finish PR63 Red PCGS. PCGS Population (22/148). NGC Census: (0/0). Mintage: 5,569. Numismedia Wsl. ...
$632
1936 1c PCGS/CAC Proof 66+ RD (Type 1 Satin Finish)
$18,250
1936 1C Type One--Satin Finish PR64 Red PCGS. PCGS Population: (88/103 and 1/10+). NGC Census: (25/25 and 0/0+). CDN: $950 ...
$3,720
1936 Lincoln Cent. Satin Proof-65+ RD (PCGS). CAC.
$5,760
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
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