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The 1951 Lincoln cent is a common coin in grades as high as MS65, though in MS66 this piece is considered scarce and in MS67 or higher levels is rare. Buyers should pay close attention to the strike and color of pieces in the MS64-66 range, as there are many specimens available and it is quite possible to find truly exceptional examples for the grade.
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:
2003
Designer:
Victor D. Brenner
Obverse Designer:
Victor D. Brenner
Obverse Lettering:
IN GOD WE TRUST, LIBERTY, 1951
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:
1951
Denomination:
1c
Designation:
MS
Mint Location:
Philadelphia
Mintage:
284,576,000
Coinage Type:
Lincoln Cent
Coinage Years:
1909-1958
Composition:
Copper
PCGS #:
2788
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1951 1c MS RD
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| Grade | CAC | CPG Value (Retail) | Greysheet Price (Wholesale) |
|---|---|---|---|
| OGP* | - | $4.10 | $1,234 |
| MS67 |
|
$775.00 | $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
1951 1C MS66 Red PCGS. CAC. CAC: 69 in 66, 20 finer (5/26). CDN: $78 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS66. Mintage 284,633,500....
$159
1951 1C MS67+ Red NGC. NGC Census: 63 in 67 (9 in 67+), 0 finer (5/26). CDN: $455 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS67. Mintage 28...
$1,464
1951 1C Lincoln Cent -- Struck On Silver 10C Planchet -- XF45 PCGS....
$960
1951 1C Lincoln Cent -- Struck on a Tapered Planchet -- MS64 Red NGC. (2.1 grams)....
$61
1951 1C Lincoln Cent -- Struck 50% off Center -- MS63 Red PCGS. ...
$144
1951 1c NGC MS65 RD
$20
(Undated) 1C Wheat Ears Reverse Lincoln Cent--Struck ... (3 Coins)
$161
1951 Lincoln Cent. MS-66 RD (PCGS).
$65
1951 1C MS67 Red PCGS. PCGS Population: (62/0). Mintage 284,633,500. ...
$1,110
Collector Lot of 1951 1c: All PCGS MS64 RD (2 Coins) - No Reserve!
$13
Lot of 1951 1c NGC MS65 RD (5 Coins)
$80
1951 1C MS66 Red PCGS. CAC. CAC Population: (68/18). Mintage 284,633,500. ...
$180
1951 1C MS67+ Red PCGS. CAC....
$8,700
1951 MS Cent--Struck 35% Off Center MS64 Red and Brown NGC. NGC Census: (0/0). PCGS Population (0/0). (#661951)...
$104
Lot of 1951 1c NGC MS65 RD (10 Coins)
$130
1951 1C MS66 Red PCGS. PCGS Population: (666/58). NGC Census: (834/39). CDN: $65 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS66. Mintage 284,...
$49
1951 1C MS67 Red NGC. NGC Census: (40/0). Mintage 284,633,500. ...
$444
1951 1c NGC MS65 RD
$22
1951 1C MS66 Red PCGS. PCGS Population: (666/58). NGC Census: (834/39). CDN: $65 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS66. Mintage 284,...
$91
1951 1C MS67 Red PCGS. PCGS Population: (56/0). NGC Census: (39/0). CDN: $455 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS67. Mintage 284,633...
$660
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