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While coin collectors were happy to see new regular-issue proof coinage for the first time since 1916, many didn't like the satin proofs that debuted earlier in 1936. This numismatic outcry led the US Mint to strike brilliant proofs with mirror-like finishes. These more brilliant proofs became extremely popular and were struck in much larger numbers than their satin-finish counterparts. While 1936 proofs are scarcer than the proof coinage that came later on, these 1930s proofs are much more common than the matte proofs that were struck from 1909 through 1936.
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:
2501
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:
Brilliant 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 #:
3334
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Coin Value History
1936 1c Brilliant Finish PR RB
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1936 1c Brilliant Finish PR RB
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Greysheet & CPG® Values
| Grade | CAC | CPG Value (Retail) | Greysheet Price (Wholesale) |
|---|---|---|---|
| PR66 |
|
$1,950 | $1,234 |
| PR66 | - | $1,600 | $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
1936 1C Type Two--Brilliant Finish PR63 Red and Brown PCGS. PCGS Population: 93 in 63, 195 finer (4/26). CDN: $360 Whsle. ...
$415
1936 Lincoln Cent. Brilliant. Proof-64 RB (PCGS).
$600
1936 1C Type Two--Brilliant Finish PR65 Red and Brown PCGS. PCGS Population: (23/8). Mintage 5,569. ...
$750
1936 1C Type Two--Brilliant Finish PR62 Red and Brown NGC. NGC Census: (23/149). PCGS Population: (27/264). CDN: $250 Whsle...
$372
1936 1C Type Two--Brilliant Finish PR66 Red and Brown NGC. NGC Census: (7/3). PCGS Population: (4/0). CDN: $1,300 Whsle. Bi...
$1,200
1936 1C Type Two--Brilliant Finish PR63 Red and Brown PCGS. PCGS Population: (92/192). Mintage 5,569. ...
$480
1936 1C Type Two--Brilliant Finish PR64 Red and Brown PCGS. PCGS Population: (149/27 and 0/0+). NGC Census: (58/28 and 0/0+...
$552
1936 1C Type Two--Brilliant Finish PR65 Red and Brown NGC. NGC Census: (17/8). PCGS Population: (19/4). CDN: $720 Whsle. Bi...
$690
1936 1C Type Two--Brilliant Finish PR62 Red and Brown NGC. NGC Census: (20/124). PCGS Population: (24/235). CDN: $225 Whsle...
$252
1936 1C Type Two--Brilliant Finish PR66 Red and Brown NGC. NGC Census: (6/2). PCGS Population: (4/0). CDN: $1,300 Whsle. Bi...
$1,200
1936 1C Type Two--Brilliant Finish PR63 Red and Brown NGC. NGC Census: (60/80). PCGS Population: (85/164). CDN: $360 Whsle....
$336
1936 1c PCGS/CAC Proof 64 RB (Type 2 Brilliant Finish)
$775
1936 1c PCGS Proof 65 RB (Type 2 Brilliant Finish)
$675
1936 1C Type Two--Brilliant Finish PR62 Red and Brown NGC. NGC Census: (20/121). PCGS Population: (23/230). CDN: $225 Whsle...
$204
1936 1C Type Two--Brilliant Finish PR66 Red and Brown PCGS. ...
$1,140
1936 1C Type Two--Brilliant Finish PR63 Red and Brown PCGS Secure. PCGS Population: (80/152). NGC Census: (53/66). CDN: $40...
$336
1936 1C Type Two--Brilliant Finish PR64 Red and Brown NGC. NGC Census: (55/25). PCGS Population: (142/23). CDN: $520 Whsle....
$552
1936 1C Type Two--Brilliant Finish PR65 Red and Brown PCGS. PCGS Population: (16/1 and 0/0+). NGC Census: (16/4 and 0/0+). ...
$630
1936 1C Type Two--Brilliant Finish PR62 Red and Brown PCGS. PCGS Population (22/206). NGC Census: (17/106). Mintage: 5,569....
$212
1936 1C Type Two--Brilliant Finish PR66 Red and Brown PCGS. ...
$1,880
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