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1939 proof Lincoln cents are scarcer than most other proof Lincoln cents, though they are much more common than the earlier matte proofs of 1909-1916. As a rule, 1939 proofs bear brilliant surfaces, though it is best to avoid pieces that exhibit ispots, uneven coloration, or other surface problems.
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:
2519
Designer:
Victor D. Brenner
Obverse Designer:
Victor D. Brenner
Obverse Lettering:
IN GOD WE TRUST, LIBERTY, 1939
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:
1939
Denomination:
1c
Designation:
PR
Mint Location:
Philadelphia
Mintage:
13,520
Coinage Type:
Lincoln Cent
Coinage Years:
1909-1958
Composition:
95% copper; 5% tin & zinc
PCGS #:
3343
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Coin Value History
1939 1c PR RB
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1939 1C PR65 Red and Brown PCGS. Housed in a Generation 3.1 green label holder. PCGS Population: 59 in 65, 15 finer (11/25)...
$109
1939 1C PR64 Red and Brown PCGS. Mintage 13,520. ...
$69
1939 1C PR63 Red and Brown ANACS. Housed in a small-sized holder. Mintage 13,520....
$54
1939 Lincoln Cent. Proof-66 RB (NGC).
$168
1939 1C PR62 Red and Brown ANACS. NGC Census: (6/108). PCGS Population (8/106). Mintage: 13,520. Numismedia Wsl. Price for ...
$40
1939 1C PR61 Red and Brown ANACS. NGC Census: (1/105). PCGS Population (0/105). Mintage: 13,520. Numismedia Wsl. Price: $26...
$25
1939 1C PR65 Red and Brown PCGS. PCGS Population: (58/15). Mintage 13,520. ...
$432
1939 Lincoln Cent. Proof-64 RB (PCGS).
$48
1939 1C PR63 Red and Brown ANACS. NGC Census: (51/156). PCGS Population: (58/168). CDN: $45 Whsle. Bid for problem-free NGC...
$26
1939 1C PR66 Red and Brown NGC. NGC Census: (15/0). PCGS Population: (14/1). CDN: $150 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR66. Mintag...
$139
1939 1C PR62 Red and Brown ANACS. NGC Census: (5/106). PCGS Population (8/100). Mintage: 13,520. Numismedia Wsl. Price for ...
$48
1939 1C PR65 Red and Brown PCGS. PCGS Population: (56/15). Mintage 13,520. ...
$69
1939 1C PR64 Red and Brown PCGS. PCGS Population: (133/60 and 0/0+). NGC Census: (112/60 and 0/0+). CDN: $60 Whsle. Bid for...
$456
1939 1C PR63 Red and Brown PCGS. PCGS Population: (58/168). NGC Census: (51/156). CDN: $45 Whsle. Bid for problem-free NGC/...
$31
1939 1C PR66 Red and Brown PCGS Secure. PCGS Population: (12/0). NGC Census: (13/0). Mintage 13,520....
$151
1939 1C PR62 Red and Brown ANACS. NGC Census: (5/105). PCGS Population (8/100). Mintage: 13,520. Numismedia Wsl. Price for ...
$75
1939 1C PR65 Red and Brown NGC. NGC Census: (53/17). PCGS Population: (50/15). CDN: $75 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR65. Minta...
$89
1939 1C PR64 Red and Brown NGC. NGC Census: (105/56). PCGS Population: (122/52). CDN: $60 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR64. Min...
$46
1939 Five-Piece Proof Set NGC. This set includes the following: cent PR63 Red and Brown; nickel Reverse of 1938 PR65; dime... (Total: 5 coins)
$705
Five-Piece 1939 Proof Set PR66 NGC. ... (Total: 5 coins)
$2,115
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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