As of May, 2024, a 1960 Penny Large Date, DCAM in uncirculated specimen can be valued between $8.00 and $2,600.00, 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 $4,370.00 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: 1,691,602
Mint: Philadelphia
Metal: 95% Copper, 5% Tin and Zinc
Series: Lincoln Cents 1959 to Date

1960 Penny Large Date, Dcam (Proof) – Price Chart

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

GradePrice($)
MS-692,600.00
MS-68+525.00
MS-68450.00
MS-67+185.00
MS-67125.00
MS-66+80.00
MS-6655.00
MS-65+46.00
MS-6542.00
MS-64+42.00
MS-6440.00
MS-63+28.00
MS-6325.00
MS-62+16.00
MS-6212.00
MS-6110.00
MS-608.00

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 State8.002,600.00252.29

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 1960 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($)Max Uncirculated Price($)
1960-D/D Penny Small/Large Date, BN (Regular Strike)2.0026.0034.00135.00
1960 Penny Large Date, RD (Proof)N/AN/A5.00150.00
1960 Penny Small Date, RD (Proof)N/AN/A6.00625.00
1960 Penny Large/Small Date, RD (Proof)N/AN/A30.008,500.00
1960 Penny Small/Large Date, RD (Proof)N/AN/A50.004,150.00
1960 Penny Small Date, RD (Regular Strike)N/AN/A3.0010,500.00
1960-D Penny Large Date, RD (Regular Strike)N/AN/A8.00475.00
1960-D Penny Small Date, RD (Regular Strike)N/AN/A4.004,000.00
1960-D/D Penny Small/Large Date, RB (Regular Strike)N/AN/A50.00400.00
1960-D/D Penny Small/Large Date, RD (Regular Strike)N/AN/A75.001,375.00
1960 Penny Large Date, RD (Regular Strike)N/AN/A4.008,750.00
1960 Penny Small Date, CAM (Proof)N/AN/A8.00160.00
1960 Penny Small Date, DCAM (Proof)N/AN/A12.001,350.00
1960 Penny Large/Small Date, CAM (Proof)N/AN/A35.002,500.00
1960 Penny Small/Large Date, CAM (Proof)N/AN/A50.002,500.00
1960 Penny TDO FS-103, RD (Proof)N/AN/A100.00400.00
1960 Penny Large Date, CAM (Proof)N/AN/A7.002,100.00
1960 Penny DDO FS-101 Lg/Sm Date, RD (Proof)N/AN/A50.001,400.00
1960 Penny DDO FS-101 Lg/Sm Date, CAM (Proof)N/AN/A50.002,550.00
1960 Penny DDO FS-102 Sm/Lg Date, RD (Proof)N/AN/A42.002,650.00
1960 Penny DDO FS-102 Sm/Lg Date, CAM (Proof)N/AN/A100.002,500.00
1960-D/D Penny DDO FS-101 Sm/Lg Date (FS-025.5), RB (Regular Strike)N/AN/A70.00425.00
1960-D/D Penny DDO FS-101 Sm/Lg Date, RD (Regular Strike)N/AN/A90.00575.00

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.

1960 Penny Large Date, 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:
1m 6m 1y 3y All

$112.80

Lowest Sale Price
$805.00

Highest Sale Price
$372.59

Average Sale Price
$450.00

Most Recent Sale Price
38

Number of Sales
$14,158.46

Sales Volume

Grade Impact Analysis

GradeLowest Price($)Highest Price($)Average Price($)
MS-7043.00288.00139.33
MS-6969.004,370.002,017.13
MS-68+352.50352.50352.50
MS-68112.80805.00372.59
MS-6732.06182.1384.19
MS-6655.0055.0055.00

The chart shows the min and max prices for the 1960 Penny Large Date, DCAM (Proof) coin across various grades from MS-66 to MS-70. The prices generally increase as the grade improves, with MS-69 having the highest max price $4,370.00.

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 1960 Penny Large Date, DCAM (Proof).

Auction House Comparison

The pie chart breaks down the market share of various auction houses for selling the 1960 Penny Large Date, DCAM (Proof) coin. Heritage Auctions dominates with 88.61% share, followed by Great Collections / David Lawrence RC with 5.06% / 2.53% appearances respectively..

Price Trend Over Time

The graph presents a detailed analysis of the average annual auction sale price and frequency for the 1960 Penny Large Date, 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 Bowers2,040.0006/16/2023
MS-68PCGSDavid Lawrence RC450.0001/29/2023
MS-68NGCStack's Bowers144.0012/13/2022
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions75.0012/05/2022
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions69.0005/04/2022
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions432.0008/29/2021
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions336.0010/21/2020
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions240.0009/12/2018
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions2,040.0009/09/2018
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions336.0001/09/2018
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions1,645.0004/26/2017
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions282.0003/07/2017
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions305.5002/07/2017
MS-68+PCGSHeritage Auctions352.5007/07/2016
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions376.0001/10/2016
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions258.5007/14/2015
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions199.7505/24/2015
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions1,410.0004/26/2015
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions305.5012/07/2014
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions112.8012/07/2014
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions66.0011/02/2014
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions79.0010/06/2014
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions426.5309/04/2014
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions51.0008/18/2014
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions381.8806/04/2014
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions108.1006/02/2014
MS-67NGCGreat Collections32.0604/06/2014
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions182.1303/03/2014
MS-67NGCGreat Collections104.5002/09/2014
MS-66NGCGreat Collections55.0002/09/2014
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions717.0007/11/2013
MS-67NGCGreat Collections35.0006/16/2013
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions382.0006/05/2013
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions294.0004/29/2013
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions2,585.0004/24/2013
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions79.0008/29/2011
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions253.0008/11/2011
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions431.0009/22/2010
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions546.0006/02/2010
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions253.0004/28/2010
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions1,640.0001/06/2010
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions276.0009/11/2009
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions98.0005/13/2009
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions92.0001/19/2009
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions109.0012/22/2008
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions230.0010/20/2008
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions322.0007/30/2008
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions196.0006/26/2008
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions196.0006/26/2008
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions45.0004/30/2008
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions39.0004/28/2008
MS-68PCGSDavid Lawrence RC357.0003/27/2008
MS-69ICGHeritage Auctions69.0002/20/2008
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions1,955.0011/06/2007
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions1,265.0008/15/2007
MS-69NGCGoldberg Auctioneers1,610.0005/29/2007
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions219.0005/15/2007
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions345.0002/01/2007
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions690.0009/13/2006
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions4,313.0009/13/2006
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions805.0009/01/2005
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions151.0006/22/2005
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions33.0006/08/2005
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions546.0005/01/2005
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions115.0003/27/2005
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions748.0012/08/2004
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions518.0006/03/2004
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions633.0001/31/2004
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions2,013.0001/12/2004
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions4,370.0001/07/2004
MS-70ICGHeritage Auctions87.0008/13/2003
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions1,265.0007/26/2003
MS-70ICGHeritage Auctions43.0006/04/2003
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions121.0001/13/2003
MS-70ICGHeritage Auctions288.0001/08/2003
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions316.0011/21/2002
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions299.0009/17/2002
MS-69ICGHeritage Auctions144.0007/28/2002
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions3,910.0007/27/2002