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1979-S Type 2 proof Lincoln cents exhibit a clearer mintmark than the Type 1 proofs, which have a blobby-looking S. The 1979-S Type 2 proof cent came along later in the year, and numismatic experts believe approximately 15% of all 1979 Lincoln proofs bear the Type 2 mintmark. The 1979-S Type 2 mintmark is the same S that was used on both 1980 and 1981 Type 1 proofs.
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
Lincoln memorial building centered with words ONE CENT, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA on top and bottom periphery. E PLURIBUS UNUM centered above the top of the memorial.
Catalog Information
GSID:
322113
Designer:
Victor Brenner (obverse); Frank Gasparro (reverse)
Obverse Designer:
Victor D. Brenner
Obverse Lettering:
IN GOD WE TRUST, LIBERTY, 1979, S
Reverse Designer:
Frank Gasparro
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:
Type 2
Variety 2:
FS-501
Coin Date:
1979-S
Denomination:
1c
Designation:
PR
Mint Location:
San Francisco
Mint Mark:
S
Mintage:
3,677,175
Coinage Type:
Lincoln Cent
Coinage Years:
1959-1982
Composition:
95% copper; 5% zinc
PCGS #:
617034
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Coin Value History
1979-S 1c Type 2, FS-501 PR RD DCAM
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1979-S 1c Type 2, FS-501 PR RD DCAM
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Greysheet & CPG® Values
| Grade | CPG Value (Retail) | Greysheet Price (Wholesale) |
|---|---|---|
| PR70 | $1,400 | $1,234 |
| PR69 | $19.00 | $1,234 |
| PR68 | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR67 | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR66 | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR65 | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR64 | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR63 | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR62 | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR61 | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR60 | $1,234 | $1,234 |
Lincoln Cent 1c Memorial Reverse, Bronze, 1959-1982 PR RD [Type]
Worth: $0 – $400
Lincoln Cent 1c Memorial Reverse, Zinc, 1983-2008 PR RD [Type]
Worth: $0 – $35
1959 1c PR BN
Worth: $1 – $12
1959 1c PR RB
Worth: $1 – $15
1959 1c PR RD
Worth: $1 – $180
1959 1c PR RD CAM
Worth: $2 – $600
1959 1c PR RD DCAM
Worth: $95 – $19,000
1960 1c Large Date PR BN
Worth: $0 – $6
1960 1c Large Date PR RB
Worth: $0 – $8
1960 1c Large Date PR RD
Worth: $1 – $80
1960 1c Large Date PR RD CAM
Worth: $2 – $140
1960 1c Large Date PR RD DCAM
Worth: $34 – $1,800
1960 1c Small Date PR BN
Worth: $2 – $16
1960 1c Small Date PR RB
Worth: $2 – $20
1960 1c Small Date PR RD
Worth: $3 – $300
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