1912 Lincoln Wheat Penny — Coin Value
Lincoln Wheat PennyWhat the 1912 Lincoln Wheat Penny is worth — ungraded vs graded (MS62 / MS66).
1912 Lincoln Wheat Penny value — Ungraded $17 · MS62 $53 · MS66 $1,030. Prices updated August 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the MS66 premium on this card is 60.6× raw.
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Which version do you have?
If you just want a 1912 Lincoln Wheat Penny, buy the Standard version for $12. The PROOF version at $1335 offers a superior finish and presentation, appealing to serious collectors who value high-grade aesthetics. Casual collectors should save their money and stick with the affordable Standard coin, while dedicated numismatists willing to pay the premium should opt for the PROOF for display quality.
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Item details
- Series
- Lincoln Wheat Penny
- Year
- 1912
1912 Lincoln Wheat Penny value
A raw (ungraded) 1912 Lincoln Wheat Penny runs around $17, a certified MS62 about $53, and a high-grade MS66 commands $1030.
What drives the price
Grade, mint mark, strike quality, and key dates drive coin value. Certified (slabbed) coins carry a premium over raw; low-mintage years and full-strike examples appreciate the most.
Price guide
What this actually trades for — sold values by condition vs. what sellers are asking today
| Condition | Value | Based on |
|---|---|---|
| Ungraded | $17 | eBay sold comps |
| MS62 | $53 | eBay sold comps |
| MS66 | $1,030 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the value of an ungraded 1912 Lincoln Wheat Penny?
- An ungraded 1912 Lincoln Wheat Penny can be found starting at a price of $3.
- How much is a high-grade 1912 Lincoln Wheat Penny worth?
- A high-grade MS66 version of this 1912 Lincoln Wheat Penny is valued at $1003.
- What is the price difference between MS62 and MS66 grades?
- The MS62 grade is valued at $50, while the superior MS66 grade sells for $1003.