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The 1940-S Lincoln cent is widely available in grades running the gamut from lower-end circulated to high-end Mint State, with Gems grading MS66 available in ample supply. Pieces in the MS67 arena and particularly in higher grades are where the real challenges come, and buyers seeking top-notch pieces typically aren't shy in laying out significant premiums for the chance to own one of the very best examples around.
Obverse Description
Bust of Abraham Lincoln framed by IN GOD WE TRUST on the top periphery. The word LIBERTY to the left of the portrait and the date and mintmark (If any) positioned 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:
2072
Designer:
Victor D. Brenner
Obverse Designer:
Victor D. Brenner
Obverse Lettering:
IN GOD WE TRUST, LIBERTY, 1940, S
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:
Business
Diameter:
19
Coin Shape:
Round
Edge:
Plain
Coin Date:
1940-S
Denomination:
1c
Designation:
MS
Mint Location:
San Francisco
Mint Mark:
S
Mintage:
112,940,000
Coinage Type:
Lincoln Cent
Coinage Years:
1909-1958
Composition:
Copper
PCGS #:
2692
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Coin Value History
1940-S 1c MS RD
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1940-S 1c MS RD
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Greysheet & CPG® Values
| Grade | CAC | CPG Value (Retail) | Greysheet Price (Wholesale) |
|---|---|---|---|
| OGP* | - | $4.90 | $1,234 |
| MS68 |
|
$9,750 | $1,234 |
| MS68 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS67 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS67 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS66 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS66 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS65 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS65 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS64 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS64 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS63 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS63 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
Lincoln Cent 1c Wheat Reverse, 1909-1958 MS BN [Type]
![Lincoln Cent 1c Wheat Reverse, 1909-1958 MS BN [Type]](https://images.greysheet.com/ProductImages/DLRC/133xxx/b732e156-4f38-45e4-95ee-83317fee2e70.jpg?MaxWidth=200&Mode=Pad&Scale=UpscaleCanvas&format=webp)
Worth: $0 – $45
Lincoln Cent 1c Wheat Reverse, 1909-1958 MS RB [Type]
![Lincoln Cent 1c Wheat Reverse, 1909-1958 MS RB [Type]](https://images.greysheet.com/ProductImages/DLRC/435xxx/69281083-4e89-4e1b-8add-20c192601463.jpg?MaxWidth=200&Mode=Pad&Scale=UpscaleCanvas&format=webp)
Worth: $0 – $55
Lincoln Cent 1c Wheat Reverse, 1909-1958 MS RD [Type]
![Lincoln Cent 1c Wheat Reverse, 1909-1958 MS RD [Type]](https://images.greysheet.com/ProductImages/DLRC/360xxx/46668f31-a86b-430a-87d1-43ecb24d68e1.jpg?MaxWidth=200&Mode=Pad&Scale=UpscaleCanvas&format=webp)
Worth: $0 – $100
1909 VDB 1c MS BN
Worth: $2 – $450
1909 VDB 1c MS RB
Worth: $22 – $22,000
1909 VDB 1c MS RD
Worth: $40 – $50,000
1909 VDB 1c Doubled Die Obverse MS BN
Worth: $10 – $330
1909 VDB 1c Doubled Die Obverse MS RB
Worth: $130 – $750
1909 VDB 1c Doubled Die Obverse MS RD
Worth: $175 – $10,000
1909-S VDB 1c MS BN
Worth: $550 – $25,000
1909-S VDB 1c MS RB
Worth: $1,975 – $35,000
1909-S VDB 1c MS RD
Worth: $2,000 – $150,000
1909 1c Lincoln MS BN
Worth: $0 – $960
1909 1c Lincoln MS RB
Worth: $25 – $1,440
1909 1c Lincoln MS RD
Worth: $40 – $3,000
1940-S 1C MS67 Red NGC. CDN: $100 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS67. Mintage 112,940,000. ...
$90
1940-S 1C MS68 Red NGC....
$5,520
194X-S 1C Lincoln Cent -- Struck on Silver 10C Planchet -- XF40 PCGS....
$750
1940-S 1C MS66 Red PCGS....
$43
Roll of 1940-S Lincoln Cents. Mint State (Uncertified).
$264
1940-S/S 1c NGC MS65 RD (VP-001)
$60
1940-S/S/S 1C MS64 Red ANACS. RPM-7. NGC Census: (27/2429). PCGS Population (138/2929). Mintage: 112,940,000. Numismedia Ws...
$45
1973 1C Lincoln Cent--Obverse Struck Thru, Capped Die--MS63 Red and Brown NGC. ...
$29
1940-S 1C MS67 Red ANACS. Housed in a small-sized holder. Mintage 112,940,000. ...
$104
1940-S 1C MS68 Red PCGS....
$6,600
Lot of 1940-S 1c PCGS MS66 RD (5 Coins)
$175
1940-S/S 1C MS65 Red ANACS. RPM-4. This lot also includes the following coins: 1941-S/S 1C MS65 Red ANACS. RPM-3. ... (Total: 6 coins)
$69
1940-S/S/S 1C MS64 Red ANACS. RPM-7. NGC Census: (18/4428). PCGS Population (79/2592). Mintage: 112,940,000. Numismedia Ws...
$79
1940-S 1C MS67 Red PCGS. CDN: $100 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS67. Mintage 112,940,000. ...
$139
1940-S 1C MS68 Red ANACS. Mintage 112,940,000. ...
$384
1940-S 1c NGC MS66 RD
$45
1940-S 1C Double Die Obverse MS65 Red ANACS. NGC Census: (231/2134). PCGS Population (502/2349). Mintage: 112,940,000. Numi...
$51
1940-S/S/S 1C MS64 Red ANACS. RPM-7. NGC Census: (18/4282). PCGS Population (77/2557). Mintage: 112,940,000. Numismedia Ws...
$74
1940-S 1C MS67 Red PCGS. CAC. CAC: 96 in 67, 0 finer (5/26). CDN: $120 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS67. Mintage 112,940,000....
$342
1940-S 1C MS68 Red ANACS. NGC Census: (0/0). PCGS Population: (2/0). Mintage 112,940,000. ...
$360
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