1952 [PROOF] Lincoln Wheat Penny — Coin Value
Lincoln Wheat PennyWhat the 1952 [PROOF] Lincoln Wheat Penny is worth — ungraded vs graded (MS62 / MS66).
1952 [PROOF] Lincoln Wheat Penny value — Ungraded $30 · MS62 $72 · MS66 $1,732. Prices updated August 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the MS66 premium on this card is 57.7× 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 [PROOF] Lincoln Wheat Penny value
A raw (ungraded) 1952 [PROOF] Lincoln Wheat Penny runs around $30, a certified MS62 about $72, and a high-grade MS66 commands $1732.
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 | $30 | eBay sold comps |
| MS62 | $72 | eBay sold comps |
| MS66 | $1,732 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting value for an ungraded 1952 Lincoln Wheat Penny?
- An ungraded 1952 Lincoln Wheat Penny is valued starting around $33.
- How much more valuable is an MS66 compared to an MS62?
- An MS66 condition commands a significantly higher price at $1774 compared to the MS62 grade of $64.
- What series does this 1952 coin belong to?
- This coin is part of the Lincoln Wheat Penny series.