As of May, 2024, a 1959 Penny, DCAM in uncirculated specimen can be valued between $14.00 and $19,000.00, 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 $20,700.00 in the 01/07/2004 by renowned auctioneer Heritage Auctions, showcasing the allure of top-tier rarities.

Designer: Victor David Brenner/Frank Gasparro
Edge: Plain
Diameter: 19.00 millimeters
Weight: 3.11 grams
Mintage: 1,149,291
Mint: Philadelphia
Metal: 95% Copper, 5% Tin and Zinc
Series: Lincoln Cents 1959 to Date

1959 Penny, Dcam (Proof) – Price Chart

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

GradePrice($)
MS-6919,000.00
MS-68+2,200.00
MS-68500.00
MS-67+325.00
MS-67275.00
MS-66+135.00
MS-66110.00
MS-65+72.00
MS-6560.00
MS-64+44.00
MS-6438.00
MS-63+28.00
MS-6326.00
MS-62+22.00
MS-6220.00
MS-6116.00
MS-6014.00

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 State14.0019,000.001,346.18

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 1959 Lincoln Cent (Modern). 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($)Max Uncirculated Price($)
1959 Penny, RD (Proof)N/AN/A5.00450.00
1959 Penny, RD (Regular Strike)N/AN/A6.003,000.00
1959 Penny DDO FS-104, RD (Regular Strike)N/AN/A100.002,000.00
1959-D Penny, RD (Regular Strike)N/AN/A4.009,000.00
1959 Penny DDO FS-101, RD (Regular Strike)N/AN/A18.00850.00
1959-D/D/D Penny RPM FS-501, RD (Regular Strike)N/AN/A22.00140.00
1959 Penny, CAM (Proof)N/AN/A10.002,000.00

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.

1959 Penny, Dcam (Proof) – 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:
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1m 6m 1y 3y All
$110.00
Lowest Sale Price
$2,645.00
Highest Sale Price
$749.10
Average Sale Price
$960.00
Most Recent Sale Price
51
Number of Sales
$38,204.25
Sales Volume

Grade Impact Analysis

GradeLowest Price($)Highest Price($)Average Price($)
MS-69105.0020,700.009,024.60
MS-68110.002,645.00749.10
MS-6789.00493.50226.02
MS-6638.00178.0073.25

The chart shows the min and max prices for the 1959 Penny, DCAM (Proof) coin across various grades from MS-66 to MS-69. The prices generally increase as the grade improves, with MS-69 having the highest max price $20,700.00.

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 1959 Penny, DCAM (Proof).

Auction House Comparison

The pie chart breaks down the market share of various auction houses for selling the 1959 Penny, DCAM (Proof) coin. Heritage Auctions dominates with 85.44% share, followed by Great Collections / David Lawrence RC with 5.83% / 4.85% appearances respectively..

Price Trend Over Time

The graph presents a detailed analysis of the average annual auction sale price and frequency for the 1959 Penny, DCAM (Proof) 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-69PCGSStack's Bowers19,200.0006/16/2023
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions264.0004/30/2023
MS-67PCGSDavid Lawrence RC266.0002/05/2023
MS-66PCGSDavid Lawrence RC178.0011/27/2022
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions960.0011/23/2022
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions89.0005/09/2022
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions192.0003/02/2022
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions174.0001/05/2022
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions372.0008/29/2021
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions156.0008/29/2021
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions252.0008/29/2021
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions126.0008/29/2021
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions168.0010/21/2020
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions324.0010/21/2020
MS-68PCGSStack's Bowers456.0003/25/2020
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions312.0007/17/2019
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions144.0004/10/2019
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions99.0012/19/2018
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions276.0012/05/2018
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions132.0010/10/2018
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions240.0009/19/2018
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions89.0009/19/2018
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions264.0009/12/2018
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions175.2008/29/2018
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions324.0001/09/2018
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions109.0010/24/2017
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions258.5005/16/2017
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions114.0005/16/2017
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions434.7504/26/2017
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions109.0004/18/2017
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions587.5001/04/2017
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions399.5001/03/2017
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions182.1305/31/2016
MS-68NGCDavid Lawrence RC277.0003/13/2016
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions705.0001/06/2016
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions705.0007/12/2015
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions317.2505/10/2015
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions129.2505/10/2015
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions352.5012/04/2014
MS-66NGCGreat Collections137.5011/09/2014
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions211.5011/09/2014
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions493.5011/02/2014
MS-67PCGSDavid Lawrence RC250.0008/24/2014
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions998.7506/04/2014
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions1,527.5001/08/2014
MS-68ICGGreat Collections110.0011/17/2013
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions823.0009/16/2013
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions764.0007/11/2013
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions646.0006/05/2013
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions1,058.0004/24/2013
MS-67PCGSGreat Collections205.0004/21/2013
MS-67PCGSGreat Collections196.0003/24/2013
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions150.0005/30/2012
MS-66NGCGreat Collections80.0004/29/2012
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions863.0004/18/2012
MS-66PCGSGreat Collections49.0012/25/2011
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions50.0008/29/2011
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions489.0008/11/2011
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions1,265.0001/05/2011
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions1,150.0004/28/2010
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions431.0001/06/2010
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions127.0009/02/2009
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions50.0008/19/2009
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions863.0005/01/2009
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions276.0002/04/2009
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions4,313.0001/01/2009
MS-66PCGSDavid Lawrence RC90.0012/15/2008
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions322.0011/05/2008
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions1,093.0010/01/2008
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions51.0009/01/2008
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions403.0009/01/2008
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions374.0008/18/2008
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions276.0007/30/2008
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions276.0006/18/2008
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions546.0005/15/2007
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions460.0003/07/2007
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions403.0002/20/2007
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions1,140.0001/01/2007
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions374.0010/24/2006
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions489.0008/22/2006
MS-68NGCBowers & Merena690.0008/16/2006
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions44.0002/26/2006
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions1,840.0001/01/2006
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions374.0012/19/2005
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions414.0009/07/2005
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions2,300.0007/27/2005
MS-68PCGSAmerican Numismatic Rarities2,300.0007/25/2005
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions69.0002/16/2005
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions316.0006/03/2004
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions2,645.0001/31/2004
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions2,070.0001/07/2004
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions20,700.0001/07/2004
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions529.0008/06/2003
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions299.0007/26/2003
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions633.0005/05/2003
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions920.0005/01/2003
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions38.0004/23/2003
MS-69ICGHeritage Auctions805.0001/08/2003
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions374.0011/21/2002
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions41.0004/28/2002
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions59.0003/20/2002
MS-69ICGHeritage Auctions105.0011/21/2001
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions460.0010/03/2001

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