Price Guide for 1919 Cent Variants
This guide presents price ranges for variants from three sources: eBay sales, third-party auctions, and PCGS guides. Values are shown for various conditions, allowing collectors to compare across different market segments. Price estimates may vary between sources, especially for rarer variants.
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $17.00 – $2,800.00Uncirculated: $90.00 – $31,050.00
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eBayCirculated: $6.50 – $30.00Uncirculated: $30.00 – $3,400.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $100.00 – $32,500.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $10.00 – $65.00Uncirculated: $0.90 – $480.00
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eBayCirculated: $0.99 – $134.99Uncirculated: $19.50 – $898.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $1.00 – $80.00Uncirculated: $85.00 – $1,200.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $6.00 – $345.00Uncirculated: $0.55 – $345.00
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eBayCirculated: $0.01 – $60.00Uncirculated: $8.05 – $547.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $1.00 – $16.00Uncirculated: $26.00 – $90.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $6.00 – $431.00Uncirculated: $1.05 – $690.00
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eBayCirculated: $2.25 – $205.00Uncirculated: $13.50 – $664.20
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $2.00 – $50.00Uncirculated: $65.00 – $475.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $19.00 – $11,000.00Uncirculated: $28.00 – $18,000.00
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eBayCirculated: $114.50Uncirculated: $9.50 – $8,356.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $30.00 – $425,000.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $50.00Uncirculated: $63.00 – $2,820.00
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eBayCirculated: $430.99Uncirculated: $95.00 – $1,254.75
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $100.00 – $1,500.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $1,800.00Uncirculated: $90.00 – $31,200.00
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eBayCirculated: $41.00Uncirculated: $167.51 – $2,100.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $125.00 – $91,000.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $19.00 – $780.00
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eBayUncirculated: $10.50 – $229.95
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $30.00 – $235.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $375.00Uncirculated: $32.00 – $2,530.00
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eBayUncirculated: $46.01 – $1,050.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $80.00 – $2,150.00
Design and Specifications of the 1919 Cent
The 1919 Lincoln Cent was minted during the aftermath of World War I. This year marked a period of economic readjustment and social change in the United States. The Lincoln Cent, first introduced in 1909, was still relatively new and continued to be popular among the public.
The coin’s design, featuring President Abraham Lincoln on the obverse and wheat ears on the reverse, symbolized the nation’s commitment to unity and agricultural abundance. The 1919 mintage reflected the country’s growing economic needs as it transitioned from wartime to peacetime production.
| Weight | 3.11 grams |
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| Diameter | 19.05 mm |
| Mint Marks | Philadelphia (no mint mark), San Francisco (S), Denver (D) |
| Composition | 95% copper, 5% tin and zinc |
| Obverse Design | Lincoln's profile facing right, designed by Victor D. Brenner |
| Reverse Design | Wheat ears design, designed by Victor D. Brenner |
Rarity Factors and Value Drivers
The condition of a 1919 Lincoln Cent significantly impacts its value. While these coins are generally common, high-grade examples can be quite valuable due to their scarcity.
Uncirculated specimens, particularly those grading MS65 or higher, are highly sought after by collectors. The presence of original mint luster and the absence of significant contact marks or wear are crucial factors in determining grade and value.
Coins with attractive, natural toning may command a premium, especially if the toning is even and appealing. The quality of the strike is also important, with well-struck examples being more desirable.
Mintage: 392,021,000
Rarity Scale: Common
Circulation Status: Widely Circulated
Preservation Rarity: Scarce in grades MS65 and above
Varieties Errors: None significant
Market Demand: Moderate, higher for well-preserved specimens
Mintage: 139,760,000
Rarity Scale: Common
Circulation Status: Widely Circulated
Preservation Rarity: Rare in grades MS65 and above
Varieties Errors: None significant
Market Demand: Moderate, higher for well-preserved specimens
Mintage: 57,154,000
Rarity Scale: Common
Circulation Status: Widely Circulated
Preservation Rarity: Scarce in grades MS65 and above
Varieties Errors: None significant
Market Demand: Moderate, higher for well-preserved specimens
Die varieties and errors can significantly increase the value of a 1919 Lincoln Cent. While no major varieties are known for this year, minor doubled dies or repunched mint marks may exist and could add value.
The San Francisco and Denver mint coins are generally more valuable than their Philadelphia counterparts in similar grades, due to lower mintages and often poorer striking quality.
Original rolls or large hoards of uncirculated 1919 cents, if found, would be of great interest to collectors and could potentially command a premium.
As with all early Lincoln Cents, the 1919 issue benefits from strong type coin demand, making even circulated examples desirable for collectors assembling date sets or filling holes in albums.
