Price Guide for 1922 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: $192.00 – $12,650.00Uncirculated: $2,070.00 – $57,500.00
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eBayCirculated: $142.50 – $7,911.00Uncirculated: $5,999.95 – $13,009.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $275.00 – $11,000.00Uncirculated: $14,000.00 – $115,000.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $10.00 – $550.00Uncirculated: $1.50 – $4,600.00
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eBayCirculated: $4.99 – $561.00Uncirculated: $57.00 – $1,395.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $14.00 – $135.00Uncirculated: $150.00 – $2,350.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $11.00 – $690.00Uncirculated: $152.75 – $7,763.00
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eBayCirculated: $5.00 – $525.00Uncirculated: $162.50 – $1,337.50
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $40.00 – $485.00Uncirculated: $500.00 – $7,500.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $60.00 – $22,000.00Uncirculated: $221.00 – $8,280.00
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eBayCirculated: $20.50 – $1,025.00Uncirculated: $2,072.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $26.00 – $2,400.00Uncirculated: $661.00 – $5,750.00
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eBayCirculated: $62.01
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $675.00 – $4,500.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $1,955.00Uncirculated: $1,320.00 – $92,000.00
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eBayUncirculated: $18,000.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $21,500.00 – $150,000.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $197.00Uncirculated: $60.00 – $3,450.00
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eBayUncirculated: $121.49 – $1,621.74
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $175.00 – $2,400.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $28.00 – $1,400.00Uncirculated: $77.00 – $19,975.00
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eBayCirculated: $25.00 – $60.00Uncirculated: $211.00 – $13,900.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $185.00 – $35,000.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $374.00 – $1,150.00Uncirculated: $2,303.00 – $49,450.00
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eBayCirculated: $775.00 – $785.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $35,000.00 – $275,000.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $115.00Uncirculated: $308.00 – $3,105.00
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eBayUncirculated: $425.00 – $4,800.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $525.00 – $2,500.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $403.00 – $776.00Uncirculated: $1,495.00 – $16,100.00
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eBayUncirculated: $1,250.00 – $4,995.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $156.00 – $3,600.00Uncirculated: $1,495.00 – $29,900.00
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eBayCirculated: $345.00 – $605.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $253.00 – $10,800.00Uncirculated: $10,200.00 – $82,250.00
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eBayCirculated: $180.00 – $6,000.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $475.00 – $11,150.00Uncirculated: $14,150.00 – $90,500.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $2,280.00Uncirculated: $14,100.00 – $42,000.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $30,000.00 – $125,500.00
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eBayCirculated: $592.45
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $70,250.00
Design and Specifications of the 1922 Cent
The 1922 Lincoln Cent is a significant coin in American numismatics. Due to a shortage of cent planchets and heavy demand for other denominations, the Philadelphia Mint did not produce any cents in 1922. This made the Denver Mint the sole producer of cents that year, creating a unique situation in the series.
| Weight | 3.11 grams |
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| Diameter | 19.05 mm |
| Mint Marks | D (Denver) |
| Composition | 95% copper, 5% tin and zinc |
| Obverse Design | Lincoln bust facing right, designed by Victor D. Brenner |
| Reverse Design | Wheat ears flanking ONE CENT and UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, designed by Victor D. Brenner |
Rarity Factors and Value Drivers
The condition of 1922 cents significantly impacts their value. High-grade examples are particularly valuable due to the coin’s historical significance and relative scarcity. The 1922 No D variety, resulting from a weakly struck or completely absent mint mark, is highly prized by collectors, especially in higher grades.
Strike quality is crucial for 1922 cents, as many were poorly struck due to worn dies. Coins with sharp details, especially on Lincoln’s hair and the wheat ears, command premium prices. Original red luster is highly desirable, though many surviving examples have toned to brown over time.
Mintage: 7,160,000
Rarity Scale: Scarce
Circulation Status: Moderate Circulation
Preservation Rarity: Rare in grades MS65 and above
Varieties Errors: 1922 No D (Strong Reverse), 1922 Weak D, 1922-D
Market Demand: High, especially for the No D variety
The 1922 No D Strong Reverse variety is the most valuable, followed by the Weak D and then the regular 1922-D. Authenticity is crucial, as many counterfeit No D cents exist. The die state of the coin can also affect value, with earlier die states typically more desirable.
Historical significance adds to the coin’s appeal, as it represents a unique year in Lincoln cent production. The absence of Philadelphia Mint cents for 1922 makes this Denver issue more important to collectors trying to complete date sets.
