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The run of proof 1938 Lincoln cents is much higher than any single-issue production of proof coins that came before, and increasing mintages became the case for proof coinage of the 1930s and early 1940s, with most successive years bringing higher proof mintages than the previous. And while the 1938 proof Lincoln cent is not really a scarce issue by mintage, it is more difficult to find in the higher grades, particularly PR67 and above.
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:
2510
Designer:
Victor D. Brenner
Obverse Designer:
Victor D. Brenner
Obverse Lettering:
IN GOD WE TRUST, LIBERTY, 1938
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:
1938
Denomination:
1c
Designation:
PR
Mint Location:
Philadelphia
Mintage:
14,734
Coinage Type:
Lincoln Cent
Coinage Years:
1909-1958
Composition:
95% copper; 5% tin & zinc
PCGS #:
3341
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Coin Value History
1938 1c PR RD
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1938 1c PR RD
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Greysheet & CPG® Values
| Grade | CAC | CPG Value (Retail) | Greysheet Price (Wholesale) |
|---|---|---|---|
| PR67 |
|
$1,450 | $1,234 |
| PR67 | - | $1,250 | $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
1938 1C PR67 Red PCGS. PCGS Population: 90 in 67 (17 in 67+), 0 finer (6/26). CDN: $1,050 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR67. Mi...
$976
1938 Lincoln Cent. Proof-66 RD (PCGS). CAC. OGH.
$671
1938 1C PR64 Red PCGS. CDN: $80 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR64. Mintage 14,734. ...
$84
1938 1C PR65 Red PCGS. CDN: $130 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR65. Mintage 14,734. ...
$195
1938 1C PR63 Red PCGS. Mintage 14,734. ...
$94
Five-Piece 1938 Proof Set PR61 to PR65 PCGS. This set includes: Cent PR62 Red; Nickel PR65; Dime PR63; Quarter PR64; Half ... (Total: 5 coins)
$780
1938 Proof Set. (PCGS).
$1,560
1938 1C Red--Corroded--ICG. PR60 Details. NGC Census: (0/589). PCGS Population (2/1382). Mintage: 14,734. (#3341)...
$16
1938 1C PR 61 Red PCGS. ...
$37
1938 1C PR67+ Red PCGS. CAC. ...
$3,904
1938 1C PR66 Red NGC. CDN: $240 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR66. Mintage 14,734. ...
$293
1938 1C PR64 Red PCGS. CDN: $80 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR64. Mintage 14,734. ...
$109
1938 1C PR65 Red PCGS. Housed in a Generation 3.1 green label holder. CDN: $130 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR65. Mintage 14,73...
$171
1938 1C PR63 Red NGC. NGC Census: (60/792). PCGS Population: (143/1861). CDN: $70 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR63. Mintage 14,...
$57
1938 1C PR62 Red NGC. NGC Census: (10/640). PCGS Population (19/1501). Mintage: 14,734. Numismedia Wsl. Price for problem f...
$50
1938 Proof Set. (PCGS).
$720
1938 1C PR 61 Red PCGS. ...
$25
1938 1C PR67 Red NGC. NGC Census: 88 in 67 (13 in 67+, 3 in 67*), 4 finer (10/25). CDN: $1,050 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR67...
$720
1938 1C PR66 Red PCGS. CDN: $240 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR66. Mintage 14,734. ...
$403
1938 1C PR64 Red NGC. Mintage 14,734. ...
$84
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