Price Guide for 1935 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: $22.00 – $27.00
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eBayCirculated: $0.99 – $5.61Uncirculated: $3.25 – $135.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $1,380.00 – $4,600.00Uncirculated: $0.15 – $55,812.50
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eBayUncirculated: $4.99 – $1,146.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $8.00 – $48,500.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $0.10 – $23,000.00
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eBayUncirculated: $2.25 – $15,850.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $14.00 – $7,500.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $0.15 – $4,080.00
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eBayUncirculated: $9.95 – $1,150.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $9.00 – $12,500.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $7.00 – $18.00Uncirculated: $10.00 – $15.00
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eBayCirculated: $0.99 – $46.00Uncirculated: $4.25 – $62.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $8.00 – $1,150.00Uncirculated: $11.00 – $247.00
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eBayCirculated: $0.99 – $55.00Uncirculated: $0.99 – $180.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $1.00 – $2.00Uncirculated: $6.00 – $25.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $14.00 – $2,185.00
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eBayUncirculated: $4.00 – $196.50
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $7.00 – $185.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $48.00
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eBayCirculated: $29.96 – $79.95Uncirculated: $127.50
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $15.00 – $68.00Uncirculated: $75.00 – $400.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $76.38 – $415.00
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eBayUncirculated: $110.00 – $499.99
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $125.00 – $400.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $376.00 – $3,055.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $175.00 – $4,000.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $6.00 – $137.50
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eBayUncirculated: $8.50 – $122.50
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $13.00 – $110.00
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eBayUncirculated: $8.50 – $120.00
Design and Specifications of the 1935 Cent
The 1935 Lincoln Cent continued the long-running series that began in 1909 to commemorate the 100th anniversary of Abraham Lincoln’s birth. This coin was minted during the Great Depression era, a time of significant economic hardship in the United States. Despite the economic challenges, cent production remained robust due to the coin’s importance in everyday transactions.
| Weight | 3.11 grams |
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| Diameter | 19.05 mm |
| Mint Marks | P (no mint mark), D, S |
| Composition | 95% copper, 5% tin and zinc |
| Obverse Design | Portrait of Abraham Lincoln, designed by Victor D. Brenner |
| Reverse Design | Wheat ears design, designed by Victor D. Brenner |
Rarity Factors and Value Drivers
The condition of a 1935 Lincoln Cent significantly impacts its value. While common in circulated grades, these coins become increasingly scarce in higher mint state conditions. Coins in MS65 and above are particularly desirable and can command substantial premiums.
Key factors affecting condition include:
1. Strike quality: Well-struck coins with sharp details are more valuable.
2. Luster: Original mint luster adds to the coin’s appeal and value.
3. Surface preservation: Coins free from contact marks, scratches, or other imperfections are highly sought after.
4. Color: Original red coins are the most valuable, followed by red-brown, and then brown specimens.
Mintage: 245,388,000
Rarity Scale: Common
Circulation Status: Widely Circulated
Preservation Rarity: Scarce in grades MS66 and above
Varieties Errors: None significant
Market Demand: Moderate, higher for well-preserved specimens
Mintage: 47,000,000
Rarity Scale: Common
Circulation Status: Widely Circulated
Preservation Rarity: Rare in grades MS66 and above
Varieties Errors: None significant
Market Demand: Moderate, higher for well-preserved specimens
Mintage: 38,702,000
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
Several factors can influence the value of a 1935 Lincoln Cent beyond its condition:
1. Toning: Attractive, natural toning can enhance a coin’s appeal and value.
2. Strike characteristics: Coins with exceptionally sharp strikes or full steps on the Lincoln Memorial (for later dates) may command premiums.
3. Die state: Late die state coins with interesting characteristics might appeal to specialized collectors.
4. Provenance: Coins with a notable ownership history can be more valuable.
5. Certification: Coins graded and encapsulated by reputable grading services often command higher prices.
While not particularly rare, the 1935 Lincoln Cent remains popular among collectors as part of the broader Lincoln Cent series and as a representative of Depression-era coinage.
