1952 Lincoln Wheat Penny — Coin Value
Lincoln Wheat PennyWhat the 1952 Lincoln Wheat Penny is worth — ungraded vs graded (MS62 / MS66).
1952 Lincoln Wheat Penny value — Ungraded $2 · MS62 $9 · MS66 $76. Prices updated August 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the MS66 premium on this card is 38.0× raw.
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Which version do you have?
If you simply want to own a 1952 Lincoln Wheat Penny, buy the Standard version for $3. The PROOF version at $32 offers superior minting quality and presentation, appealing to serious collectors. Casual owners should stick to the Standard for minimal investment. Collectors prioritizing aesthetic perfection and investment potential should pay the premium for the PROOF.
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Item details
- Series
- Lincoln Wheat Penny
- Year
- 1952
1952 Lincoln Wheat Penny value
A raw (ungraded) 1952 Lincoln Wheat Penny runs around $2, a certified MS62 about $9, 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 | $2 | eBay sold comps |
| MS62 | $9 | eBay sold comps |
| MS66 | $76 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the approximate value range for a 1952 Lincoln Wheat Penny?
- Ungraded examples are valued around $4, while a high-grade MS66 coin can be worth $77.
- How does the condition affect the price of this 1952 Lincoln Wheat Penny?
- Condition is key; the difference between ungraded and MS66 significantly impacts the resale value.
- Is the 1952 Lincoln Wheat Penny a common coin?
- While the series is the Lincoln Wheat Penny, the specific 1952 year shows varying values based on its grade.