1978 S [PROOF] Lincoln Memorial Penny — Coin Value
Lincoln Memorial PennyWhat the 1978 S [PROOF] Lincoln Memorial Penny is worth — ungraded vs graded (MS62 / MS66).
1978 S [PROOF] Lincoln Memorial Penny value — Ungraded $3 · MS66 $1,300. Prices updated August 2026.
Series · Lincoln Memorial PennyMint · SYear · 1978
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Item details
- Series
- Lincoln Memorial Penny
- Year
- 1978
- Mint
- S
1978 S [PROOF] Lincoln Memorial Penny value
A raw (ungraded) 1978 S [PROOF] Lincoln Memorial Penny runs around $3, a certified MS62 about null, and a high-grade MS66 commands $1300.
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 | $1,300 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the estimated resale value of this 1978 S Lincoln Memorial Penny?
- The ungraded value is not specified, but in MS66 condition, this penny is valued at $1288.
- Is the 1978 S series common or rare?
- The item is identified as a Lincoln Memorial Penny from the 1978 series, with a mint mark of S.
- What is the difference in value between the ungraded and MS66 condition?
- The difference is substantial, with the MS66 graded example fetching $1288 compared to the ungraded state.