1959 Lincoln Memorial Penny — Coin Value
Lincoln Memorial PennyWhat the 1959 Lincoln Memorial Penny is worth — ungraded vs graded (MS62 / MS66).
1959 Lincoln Memorial Penny value — Ungraded $2 · MS62 $7 · MS66 $24. Prices updated August 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the MS66 premium on this card is 12.0× raw.
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Which version do you have?
To simply own a 1959 Lincoln Memorial Penny, buy the Standard for $2. The Double Die FS-104 ($20) and FS-101 ($10) versions offer verifiable error features, making them collectible rarities. The Proof ($6) provides a higher quality strike. Buyers prioritizing owning the coin should choose Standard, while those seeking investment potential should pay the premium for the Double Die varieties.
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Item details
- Series
- Lincoln Memorial Penny
- Year
- 1959
1959 Lincoln Memorial Penny value
A raw (ungraded) 1959 Lincoln Memorial Penny runs around $2, a certified MS62 about $7, and a high-grade MS66 commands $24.
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 | $7 | eBay sold comps |
| MS66 | $24 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for an ungraded 1959 Lincoln Memorial Penny?
- An ungraded 1959 Lincoln Memorial Penny can be found starting at $2.
- How much is an MS66 graded 1959 Lincoln Memorial Penny worth?
- A 1959 Lincoln Memorial Penny graded MS66 is valued at $28.
- What is the series and year of this coin?
- This coin belongs to the Lincoln Memorial Penny series and is from the year 1959.