1950 Lincoln Wheat Penny — Coin Value
Lincoln Wheat PennyWhat the 1950 Lincoln Wheat Penny is worth — ungraded vs graded (MS62 / MS66).
1950 Lincoln Wheat Penny value — Ungraded $4 · MS62 $5 · MS66 $76. Prices updated August 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the MS66 premium on this card is 19.0× raw.
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Which version do you have?
To simply own a 1950 Lincoln Wheat Penny, buy the Standard version for around $3. The PROOF version, priced at $51, offers a superior finish and presentation, appealing to serious collectors. If your goal is basic ownership, stick to the Standard. If you seek collectible quality and presentation, the premium PROOF version is the worthwhile investment.
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Item details
- Series
- Lincoln Wheat Penny
- Year
- 1950
1950 Lincoln Wheat Penny value
A raw (ungraded) 1950 Lincoln Wheat Penny runs around $4, a certified MS62 about $5, and a high-grade MS66 commands $76.
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 | $4 | eBay sold comps |
| MS62 | $5 | eBay sold comps |
| MS66 | $76 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for an ungraded 1950 Lincoln Wheat Penny?
- An ungraded 1950 Lincoln Wheat Penny is currently valued starting at $4.
- How much more valuable is an MS66 compared to an MS62?
- The MS66 grade is valued at $78, significantly higher than the MS62 grade which is priced at $5.
- What series does this 1950 coin belong to?
- This specific coin belongs to the Lincoln Wheat Penny series.