As of June, 2024, a 1797 Penny S-139, BN in circulated condition is worth between $155.00 and $6,500.00, while an uncirculated specimen can be valued between $19,000.00 and $20,000.00, depending on its grade and strike quality.

Looking back at auction records, the highest price was achieved by a Mint State grade that was hammered at $31,200.00 in the 01/04/2024 by renowned auctioneer Heritage Auctions, showcasing the allure of top-tier rarities.

Designer: Robert Scot
Edge: Plain
Diameter: 28.00 millimeters
Weight: 10.89 grams
Mintage: 897,510
Mint: Philadelphia
Metal: Copper
Series: Draped Bust Cents 1796-1807

1797 Penny S-139, Bn (Regular Strike) – Price Chart

If you are aware of your coin’s grade, refer to the following chart to determine its value:

GradePrice($)
MS-63+20,000.00
MS-6319,000.00
AU-586,500.00
AU-55+6,000.00
AU-555,750.00
AU-53+4,900.00
AU-534,750.00
AU-50+4,350.00
AU-504,250.00
XF-45+3,600.00
XF-453,250.00
XF-402,600.00
VF-351,950.00
VF-301,750.00
VF-251,600.00
VF-201,200.00
F-15800.00
F-12675.00
VG-10475.00
VG-8425.00
G-6325.00
G-4275.00
AG-3155.00

If you are unsure of the grade, you can assess it based on the coin’s condition. More detailed information here.

GradeLowest Price($)Highest Price($)Average Price($)
Mint State19,000.0020,000.0019,500.00
About Uncirculated4,250.006,500.005,214.29
Extremely Fine2,600.003,600.003,150.00
Fine and Very Fine675.001,950.001,329.17
Good and Very Good275.00475.00375.00
Poor, Fair, and About Good155.00155.00155.00

Please note that the estimated values are derived from the latest data in the PCGS Price Guide and are not guaranteed to be 100% accurate. We strongly recommend reviewing actual auction records, which can be filtered by grade. For further insights, refer to our analysis report, which is based on these data.

Also, there are multiple versions of the 1797 Draped Bust Cent. We recommend checking the values of these coins as well to ensure a comprehensive assessment.

Coin NameMin Circulated Price($)Max Circulated Price($)Min Uncirculated Price($)Max Uncirculated Price($)
1797 Penny Reverse of 1795, BN (Regular Strike)250.0045,000.0048,500.0087,500.00
1797 Penny Gripped Edge, BN (Regular Strike)235.0030,000.0035,000.0090,000.00
1797 Penny Reverse of 1797, Stems, BN (Regular Strike)140.009,250.009,750.0060,000.00
1797 Penny Reverse of 1797, No Stems, BN (Regular Strike)125.0040,000.0042,500.0057,500.00
1797 Penny Reverse of 1797, Stems, RB (Regular Strike)N/AN/A24,000.00125,000.00
1797 Penny S-121a, Reverse of 1795, BN (Regular Strike)2,100.002,100.00N/AN/A
1797 Penny S-122, BN (Regular Strike)900.00900.00N/AN/A
1797 Penny S-120b, Gripped Edge, BN (Regular Strike)500.0021,500.0060,000.0072,500.00
1797 Penny S-130, BN (Regular Strike)100.006,500.0012,500.0012,500.00
1797 Penny S-134, BN (Regular Strike)2,450.005,250.00N/AN/A
1797 Penny S-121b, Gripped Edge, BN (Regular Strike)500.0024,000.0075,000.0092,500.00
1797 Penny S-124, BN (Regular Strike)255.00255.00N/AN/A
1797 Penny S-135, BN (Regular Strike)N/AN/A13,500.0043,500.00
1797 Penny S-120a, Reverse of 1795, BN (Regular Strike)2,600.0035,000.0095,000.0095,000.00
1797 Penny S-138, BN (Regular Strike)155.007,000.008,000.0026,000.00
1797 Penny S-125, BN (Regular Strike)2,850.002,850.00N/AN/A
1797 Penny Sheldon 138, RB (Regular Strike)N/AN/A125,000.00125,000.00
1797 Penny S-137, BN (Regular Strike)155.005,750.00N/AN/A
1797 Penny S-131, No Stems, BN (Regular Strike)300.0035,000.00N/AN/A
1797 Penny Sheldon 139, RB (Regular Strike)N/AN/A65,000.0065,000.00
1797 Penny S-132, No Stems, BN (Regular Strike)3,250.003,250.00N/AN/A
1797 Penny S-140, BN (Regular Strike)155.005,750.008,750.0026,000.00

Coins listed have various mint marks and designations indicating where they were minted and if they are special strikes. To learn more about what the different mint marks and designations mean, please refer to our Mint Mark Chart and Coin Designation Reference Chart.

1797 Penny S-139, Bn (Regular Strike) – Auction Chart & Report

This tool is very user-friendly. Simply select the coin grade, and our system will provide detailed information including:

  • Lowest Sale Price
  • Highest Sale Price
  • Average Sale Price
  • Most Recent Sale Price
  • Number of Sales
  • Sales Volume

You can also select different time periods for your query: 1 month, 6 months, 1 year, 3 years, or All time, with the default set to All time.

Grade:
1m 6m 1y 3y All

$242.00

Lowest Sale Price
$460.00

Highest Sale Price
$333.67

Average Sale Price
$242.00

Most Recent Sale Price
3

Number of Sales
$1,001.00

Sales Volume

Grade Impact Analysis

GradeLowest Price($)Highest Price($)Average Price($)
MS-6630,000.0030,000.0030,000.00
MS-63+18,800.0031,200.0025,000.00
AU-555,434.385,434.385,434.38
AU-534,994.005,170.005,082.00
XF-453,525.003,795.003,660.00
VF-352,100.004,255.003,177.50
VF-301,380.001,380.001,380.00
VF-25660.00660.00660.00
VF-20353.00353.00353.00
F-12863.00863.00863.00
VG-10408.00411.00409.50
VG-8204.00376.00290.00
G-6242.00460.00333.67
G-4168.00188.00178.00
FR-2240.00240.00240.00

The chart shows the min and max prices for the 1797 Penny S-139, BN (Regular Strike) coin across various grades from FR-2 to MS-66. The prices generally increase as the grade improves, with MS-63+ having the highest max price $31,200.00.

Within each grade, there is also variability in prices, likely due to factors like specific coin characteristics or market conditions at time of sale. Overall, the chart illustrates how coin grade is a key driver of value for this particular 1797 Penny S-139, BN (Regular Strike).

Auction House Comparison

The pie chart breaks down the market share of various auction houses for selling the 1797 Penny S-139, BN (Regular Strike) coin. Goldberg Auctioneers dominates with 50.00% share, followed by Heritage Auctions / Stack's Bowers with 45.83% / 4.17% appearances respectively..

Price Trend Over Time

The graph presents a detailed analysis of the average annual auction sale price and frequency for the 1797 Penny S-139, BN (Regular Strike) coin over the years. This visual representation traces the coin's value fluctuations, illustrating periods of increase, decrease, or stability in its average auction price.

Such a historical view is indispensable for collectors, investors, or researchers who are keen on comprehending the market dynamics and the coin's value trend over an extended period.

Raw Auction Records

Here are the lasted auction records from the auction history of the past years. You can filter these records by coin grade.

GradeGrade SourceSellerPrice($)Sold Date
MS-63+PCGSHeritage Auctions31,200.0001/04/2024
VF-35PCGSHeritage Auctions2,100.0005/08/2022
FR-2PCGSStack's Bowers240.0003/25/2020
MS-66PCGSGoldberg Auctioneers30,000.0002/19/2020
VF-30NONEGoldberg Auctioneers1,380.0002/19/2020
VG-10PCGSHeritage Auctions408.0003/06/2019
VF-25ANACSGoldberg Auctioneers660.0006/13/2018
G-4PCGSHeritage Auctions168.0004/03/2018
VG-8PCGSHeritage Auctions376.0009/22/2016
MS-63+PCGSGoldberg Auctioneers18,800.0002/01/2016
G-4NGCHeritage Auctions188.0011/14/2014
AU-53PCGSGoldberg Auctioneers5,170.0001/28/2014
AU-55NGCHeritage Auctions5,434.3801/10/2014
VG-10NGCHeritage Auctions411.0009/25/2013
XF-45PCGSHeritage Auctions3,525.0009/25/2013
VF-20NGCHeritage Auctions353.0007/11/2013
AU-53NGCHeritage Auctions4,994.0009/06/2012
G-6NONEGoldberg Auctioneers242.0002/03/2011
G-6NONEGoldberg Auctioneers460.0009/21/2010
VF-35NONEGoldberg Auctioneers4,255.0009/07/2009
G-6NONEGoldberg Auctioneers299.0009/07/2009
F-12NONEGoldberg Auctioneers863.0009/07/2009
VG-8NONEGoldberg Auctioneers204.0002/13/2008
XF-45NONEGoldberg Auctioneers3,795.0009/25/2007