1979 [DOUBLE DIE] Lincoln Memorial Penny — Coin Value

Lincoln Memorial Penny

What the 1979 [DOUBLE DIE] Lincoln Memorial Penny is worth — ungraded vs graded (MS62 / MS66).

1979 [DOUBLE DIE] Lincoln Memorial Penny value — Ungraded $6. Prices updated September 2026.

Series · Lincoln Memorial PennyYear · 1979
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Which version do you have?

For the cheapest way to own it, buy the Standard 1979 Lincoln Memorial Penny for $2. The DOUBLE DIE version at $12 offers a premium collectible feature, suggesting a specific minting variation or enhanced appeal. Buyers prioritizing basic ownership should stick to the Standard. Collectors seeking a demonstrable piece of numismatic interest should pay the extra for the DOUBLE DIE.

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Series
Lincoln Memorial Penny
Year
1979

1979 [DOUBLE DIE] Lincoln Memorial Penny value

A raw (ungraded) 1979 [DOUBLE DIE] Lincoln Memorial Penny runs around $6, a certified MS62 about null, and a high-grade MS66 commands null.

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

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Frequently asked questions

What is the current value of this 1979 Lincoln Memorial Penny?
The ungraded 1979 Lincoln Memorial Penny is currently valued at $12.
Is this coin rare?
It is a specific piece from the Lincoln Memorial Penny series from the year 1979.
Is the coin graded?
No, this particular coin is offered in ungraded condition.

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