1942 [PROOF] Lincoln Wheat Penny — Coin Value
Lincoln Wheat PennyWhat the 1942 [PROOF] Lincoln Wheat Penny is worth — ungraded vs graded (MS62 / MS66).
1942 [PROOF] Lincoln Wheat Penny value — Ungraded $60 · MS62 $520 · MS66 $3,174. Prices updated August 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the MS66 premium on this card is 52.9× raw.
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Which version do you have?
If you just want the coin, buy the Standard for $3. The premium versions offer more than just the coin; they represent specific manufacturing anomalies or high-grade preservation. The Double Die FS-101 ($12) offers a rare variety, while the Proof ($60) and Double Die ($20) provide superior aesthetics and collectible presentation. Save your money unless you specifically seek the scarcity or beauty of the higher-priced versions.
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Item details
- Series
- Lincoln Wheat Penny
- Year
- 1942
1942 [PROOF] Lincoln Wheat Penny value
A raw (ungraded) 1942 [PROOF] Lincoln Wheat Penny runs around $60, a certified MS62 about $520, and a high-grade MS66 commands $3174.
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 | $60 | eBay sold comps |
| MS62 | $520 | eBay sold comps |
| MS66 | $3,174 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting value for an ungraded 1942 Lincoln Wheat Penny?
- An ungraded 1942 Lincoln Wheat Penny starts with a value of $67.
- How much more valuable is an MS66 compared to an ungraded version?
- An MS66 grade is significantly more valuable, listed at $3032 compared to the ungraded $67.
- What is the highest listed price for this specific year and series?
- The highest listed price for the 1942 Lincoln Wheat Penny is $3032 for an MS66 grade.