1965 Lincoln Memorial Penny — Coin Value
Lincoln Memorial PennyWhat the 1965 Lincoln Memorial Penny is worth — ungraded vs graded (MS62 / MS66).
1965 Lincoln Memorial Penny value — Ungraded $3 · MS66 $23. Prices updated August 2026.
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Which version do you have?
If you just want the coin, buy the Standard for $2. The SMS PROOF and DOUBLE DIE versions offer collectors premium presentation and perceived scarcity, justifying the higher prices of $10 and $4 respectively. Casual collectors should stick to the Standard. Serious collectors seeking investment potential or superior display quality should pay the premium for the SMS PROOF or DOUBLE DIE.
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Item details
- Series
- Lincoln Memorial Penny
- Year
- 1965
1965 Lincoln Memorial Penny value
A raw (ungraded) 1965 Lincoln Memorial Penny runs around $3, a certified MS62 about null, and a high-grade MS66 commands $23.
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 | $3 | eBay sold comps |
| MS66 | $23 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting value for an ungraded 1965 Lincoln Memorial Penny?
- An ungraded 1965 Lincoln Memorial Penny can be found starting around $2.
- How much is a high-grade MS66 version of this penny worth?
- A graded MS66 Lincoln Memorial Penny from 1965 is valued at $25.
- What series does this 1965 Lincoln Memorial Penny belong to?
- This item is part of the Lincoln Memorial Penny series and was minted in the year 1965.