As of May, 2024, a 1960 Penny Small Date, CAM in uncirculated specimen can be valued between $8.00 and $160.00, 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 $4,080.00 in the 05/07/2023 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 Small Date, Cam (Proof) – Price Chart

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

GradePrice($)
MS-68160.00
MS-67+120.00
MS-67100.00
MS-66+90.00
MS-6680.00
MS-65+60.00
MS-6550.00
MS-64+35.00
MS-6430.00
MS-63+25.00
MS-6322.00
MS-62+15.00
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 State8.00160.0054.47

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 Large Date, DCAM (Proof)N/AN/A8.002,600.00
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 Small Date, Cam (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

$75.00

Lowest Sale Price
$863.00

Highest Sale Price
$188.01

Average Sale Price
$81.00

Most Recent Sale Price
52

Number of Sales
$9,776.66

Sales Volume

Grade Impact Analysis

GradeLowest Price($)Highest Price($)Average Price($)
MS-704,080.004,080.004,080.00
MS-6935.00156.0088.50
MS-6875.00863.00188.01
MS-6745.00312.0085.22
MS-6623.0057.0040.11

The chart shows the min and max prices for the 1960 Penny Small Date, CAM (Proof) coin across various grades from MS-66 to MS-70. The prices generally increase as the grade improves, with MS-70 having the highest max price $4,080.00.

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 Small Date, CAM (Proof).

Auction House Comparison

The pie chart breaks down the market share of various auction houses for selling the 1960 Penny Small Date, CAM (Proof) coin. Heritage Auctions dominates with 88.35% share, followed by David Lawrence RC / Great Collections with 6.80% / 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 1960 Penny Small Date, CAM (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-70PCGSHeritage Auctions4,080.0005/07/2023
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions312.0004/30/2023
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions81.0002/01/2023
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions75.0001/11/2023
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions99.0012/14/2022
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions169.0006/06/2022
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions132.0004/07/2021
MS-67PCGSDavid Lawrence RC95.0003/28/2021
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions104.0012/30/2020
MS-68NGCDavid Lawrence RC140.0010/25/2020
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions228.0010/21/2020
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions97.0009/02/2020
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions104.0009/02/2020
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions84.0008/12/2020
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions101.0008/12/2020
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions156.0004/08/2020
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions156.0004/08/2020
MS-66PCGSDavid Lawrence RC55.0003/24/2019
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions156.0001/16/2019
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions138.0012/26/2018
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions49.0012/12/2018
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions104.0001/23/2018
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions67.0007/11/2017
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions51.0004/18/2017
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions176.2503/21/2017
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions211.5001/31/2017
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions176.2501/10/2017
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions94.0005/31/2016
MS-68PCGSDavid Lawrence RC160.0005/29/2016
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions150.4001/03/2016
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions199.7506/21/2015
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions89.0005/10/2015
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions79.0001/04/2015
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions69.0011/02/2014
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions78.0009/08/2014
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions182.1309/01/2014
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions92.0003/17/2014
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions170.3803/03/2014
MS-67NGCGreat Collections55.0006/16/2013
MS-66NGCGreat Collections50.0005/05/2013
MS-67PCGSGreat Collections45.0002/10/2013
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions76.0012/31/2012
MS-66PCGSGreat Collections45.0011/11/2012
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions69.0008/13/2012
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions59.0008/13/2012
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions84.0007/12/2012
MS-67NGCGreat Collections77.0001/29/2012
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions84.0009/05/2011
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions374.0004/28/2010
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions345.0004/28/2010
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions109.0007/31/2009
MS-66PCGSDavid Lawrence RC38.0007/27/2009
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions69.0006/17/2009
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions127.0006/03/2009
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions69.0005/06/2009
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions75.0003/04/2009
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions60.0002/11/2009
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions184.0002/02/2009
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions374.0002/01/2009
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions173.0001/01/2009
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions104.0012/24/2008
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions173.0012/15/2008
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions288.0012/04/2008
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions57.0005/14/2008
MS-66NGCDavid Lawrence RC25.0004/21/2008
MS-66PCGSDavid Lawrence RC37.0003/31/2008
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions440.0003/03/2008
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions138.0002/20/2008
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions138.0010/03/2007
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions75.0007/18/2007
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions86.0007/18/2007
MS-69ICGHeritage Auctions35.0006/06/2007
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions86.0005/21/2007
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions92.0012/13/2006
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions23.0009/18/2006
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions161.0009/13/2006
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions374.0008/22/2006
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions66.0008/16/2006
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions150.0002/26/2006
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions161.0001/01/2006
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions81.0009/18/2005
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions863.0007/27/2005
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions104.0007/13/2005
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions101.0006/05/2005
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions86.0005/15/2005
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions196.0003/23/2005
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions54.0002/02/2005
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions212.0001/26/2005
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions127.0001/17/2005
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions57.0001/17/2005
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions92.0012/22/2004
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions102.0005/05/2004
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions417.0004/21/2004
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions112.0001/12/2004
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions403.0011/17/2003
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions110.0006/04/2003
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions31.0002/26/2003
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions82.0001/15/2003
MS-69ICGHeritage Auctions104.0001/08/2003
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions72.0012/10/2002
MS-69ICGHeritage Auctions59.0007/28/2002
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions59.0007/28/2002
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions90.0005/15/2002