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The year 1942 marks the last run of regular-issue proof coins before a war-induced hiatus on the production of proof coins. 1942 proof cents aren't particularly difficult, though they are rarer than the proofs that came in later years. Avoid pieces with spots and stains, choosing pieces with excellent eye appeal and nice, even color.
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:
2535
Designer:
Victor D. Brenner
Obverse Designer:
Victor D. Brenner
Obverse Lettering:
IN GOD WE TRUST, LIBERTY, 1942
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:
1942
Denomination:
1c
Designation:
PR
Mint Location:
Philadelphia
Mintage:
32,600
Coinage Type:
Lincoln Cent
Coinage Years:
1909-1958
Composition:
95% copper; 5% tin & zinc
PCGS #:
3352
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Coin Value History
1942 1c PR RB
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1942 1c PR RB
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Greysheet & CPG® Values
| Grade | CAC | CPG Value (Retail) | Greysheet Price (Wholesale) |
|---|---|---|---|
| PR67 |
|
$2,250 | $1,234 |
| PR67 | - | $1,900 | $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 |
Lincoln Cent 1c Matte Finish, 1909-1916 PR BN [Type]
![Lincoln Cent 1c Matte Finish, 1909-1916 PR BN [Type]](https://images.greysheet.com/Ctc/CatalogEntry/ha_com_1296_3522-0.20200712061453721.jpg?MaxWidth=200&Mode=Pad&Scale=UpscaleCanvas&format=webp)
Worth: $360 – $3,120
Lincoln Cent 1c Matte Finish, 1909-1916 PR RB [Type]
![Lincoln Cent 1c Matte Finish, 1909-1916 PR RB [Type]](https://images.greysheet.com/ProductImages/DLRC/337xxx/105be5c3-9f43-4638-b487-3fa63d819ef5.jpg?MaxWidth=200&Mode=Pad&Scale=UpscaleCanvas&format=webp)
Worth: $400 – $4,100
Lincoln Cent 1c Matte Finish, 1909-1916 PR RD [Type]
![Lincoln Cent 1c Matte Finish, 1909-1916 PR RD [Type]](https://images.greysheet.com/ctc/catalog/1910-1c-pr67-plus-rd-obv.jpg?MaxWidth=200&Mode=Pad&Scale=UpscaleCanvas&format=webp)
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
1942 1C PR65 Red and Brown NGC. CDN: $90 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR65. Mintage 32,600. ...
$109
1942 1C PR63 Red and Brown PCGS. CDN: $30 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR63. Mintage 32,600. ...
$49
1942 1C PR67 Red and Brown PCGS. PCGS Population: 3 in 67, 0 finer (2/26). CDN: $1,500 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR67. Minta...
$1,647
1942 1C PR64 Red and Brown PCGS. CDN: $55 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR64. Mintage 32,600. ...
$99
1942 1C PR66 Red and Brown NGC. NGC Census: (29/1). Mintage 32,600. ...
$159
GREAT BRITAIN. Shilling, 1909. London Mint. NGC AU-58.
$144
Five-Piece 1942 Proof Set PR62 to PR65 PCGS. This set includes: Cent PR62 Red and Brown; Nickel, Type One PR65; Dime PR63;... (Total: 5 coins)
$504
1942 Proof Set PCGS. This set includes: 1C PR63 Red & Brown; 5C Type 1 PR62; 10C PR65; 25C PR66; 50C PR66. ... (Total: 5 coins)
$764
1942 1C PR60 Red and Brown ANACS. NGC Census: (1/168). PCGS Population (1/195).Mintage: 32,600. (#3352)...
$23
(10)1942 1C PR61RB ANACS The Set includes: PR61RB ANACS; (2)PR62RB ANACS; (5)PR63RB ANACS; (2)PR64RB ANACS. ... (Total: 10 Coins)
$460
1942 1C PR65 Red and Brown NGC. CDN: $90 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR65. Mintage 32,600. ...
$94
1942 1c PCGS Proof 63 RB
$40
1942 Lincoln Cent. Proof-67 RB (PCGS).
$1,260
1942 Lincoln Cent. Proof-64 RB (NGC).
$48
1942 Lincoln Cent. Proof-66 RB (NGC).
$192
Five-Piece 1942 Proof Set PR62 to PR66 NGC. The set includes: cent PR62 Red and Brown; Type One nickel PR64; dime PR64; qu... (Total: 5 coins)
$881
1942 1C PR60 Red and Brown, Cleaned Uncertified, the pink-...
$552
1942 1C PR65 Red and Brown PCGS. PCGS Population: 92 in 65, 29 finer (11/25). CDN: $90 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR65. Mintag...
$104
Six-Piece 1942 Proof Set PCGS PR63 to PR67. The coins are housed in separate holders bearing consecutive certification numbe... (Total: 6 coins)
$660
1942 1C PR67 Red and Brown PCGS. CAC. CAC Population: (2/0). Mintage 32,600. ...
$1,020
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