1936 [PROOF] Lincoln Wheat Penny — Coin Value
Lincoln Wheat PennyWhat the 1936 [PROOF] Lincoln Wheat Penny is worth — ungraded vs graded (MS62 / MS66).
1936 [PROOF] Lincoln Wheat Penny value — Ungraded $617. Prices updated August 2026.
Monthly CIB value, based on sold comps.
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Expired listings — price reference
1936 Lincoln Wheat Penny Cent ~ Gem Proof++ Rainbow Toned ~ ZW135
1936 Lincoln Wheat Small Cent Bronze BN Business Strike KM#132
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Which version do you have?
For the cheapest ownership, grab the Standard at $6. Premium versions like BRILLIANT PROOF ($974) offer superior grading and presentation, while Double Die FS-101 ($65) provides a specific, rare variant. Save your money if you just want a penny; pay up for the higher grades if you seek investment potential or collector appeal.
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Item details
- Series
- Lincoln Wheat Penny
- Year
- 1936
- Release date
- January 1, 1936
1936 [PROOF] Lincoln Wheat Penny value
A raw (ungraded) 1936 [PROOF] Lincoln Wheat Penny runs around $617, a certified MS62 about null, and a high-grade MS66 commands null.
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 | $617 | eBay sold comps |
| Live asking — low / typical / high | $2.75 / $20 / $995 | 20 live eBay listings ↗ |
Market check: As of July 27, 2026, 20 live eBay listings ask $2.75–$995.00 (median $20.00).
Frequently asked questions
- What is the estimated value of this 1936 Lincoln Wheat Penny?
- As an ungraded coin, the 1936 Lincoln Wheat Penny is valued around $600.
- Is the 1936 Lincoln Wheat Penny rare?
- This coin belongs to the Lincoln Wheat Penny series and is a sought-after year.
- What condition is the coin in?
- The coin is listed as ungraded, meaning its specific grade has not yet been determined.