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The 1942-D Lincoln cent is an extremely common coin and is readily available in all grades through MS65. Locating pieces in the grades of MS66 and MS67 is decidedly more difficult, though there are survivors even in MS68, so buyers definitely have opportunities to score nice examples, especially those who are willing to drop a few bucks to buy premium specimens.
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:
2081
Designer:
Victor D. Brenner
Obverse Designer:
Victor D. Brenner
Obverse Lettering:
IN GOD WE TRUST, LIBERTY, 1942, D
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:
1942-D
Denomination:
1c
Designation:
MS
Mint Location:
Denver
Mint Mark:
D
Mintage:
206,698,000
Coinage Type:
Lincoln Cent
Coinage Years:
1909-1958
Composition:
Copper
PCGS #:
2707
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Coin Value History
1942-D 1c MS RD
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1942-D 1c MS RD
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Greysheet & CPG® Values
| Grade | CAC | CPG Value (Retail) | Greysheet Price (Wholesale) |
|---|---|---|---|
| OGP* | - | $4.10 | $1,234 |
| MS68 | - | $6,000 | $1,234 |
| MS67 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS67 | - | $1,234 | $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 |
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
1942-D 1C MS67 Red PCGS. CDN: $100 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS67. Mintage 206,698,000. ...
$94
1942-D/D 1C FS-504, MS64 Red ANACS. RPM-004. A Top 100 Variety. Formerly FS-018.92. Housed in a small-sized holder. Mintage...
$159
1942-D 1C MS68 Red PCGS....
$6,600
1942-D Lincoln Cent. MS-66 RD (NGC). CAC. OH Generation 4.0.
$48
1942-D/D 1C Repunch Mintmark, FS-504 MS65 Red PCGS. Formerly FS-018.92. PCGS Population: (12/13 and 0/0+). NGC Census: (0/0...
$264
1942-D 1C MS67 Red NGC. CDN: $100 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS67. Mintage 206,698,000. ...
$99
1942-D/D 1C FS-502 MS64+ Red PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population: (2/31 and 1/0+). NGC Census: (0/0 and 0/0+). MS64. Mintage 206,698...
$228
1942-D Lincoln Cent. MS-68 RD (NGC).
$2,640
1942-D 1c PCGS MS66 RD
$25
1942-D 1c NGC MS65 RD
$28
1942-D 1C MS67+ Red NGC. CDN: $100 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS67. Mintage 206,698,000. ...
$464
1942-D 1C MS64 Red ANACS, fully lustrous with some ...
$151
1942-D Lincoln Cent. MS-68 RD (PCGS).
$4,800
Lot of 1942-D 1c PCGS MS66 RD (5 Coins)
$140
1942-D/D 1c PCGS MS65 RD (RPM FS-502)
$425
1942-D 1C MS67 Red NGC. CDN: $100 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS67. Mintage 206,698,000. ...
$99
1942-D 1C MS64 Red ANACS. The current Coin Dealer ...
$8
1942-D 1C MS68 Red PCGS. ...
$12,650
1942-D 1c NGC MS66 RD
$38
1942-D 1c NGC MS65 RD
$25
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