As of May, 2024, a 1966 Penny, RD in uncirculated specimen can be valued between $6.00 and $8,500.00, 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 $6,463.00 in the 09/06/2012 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: 2,188,147,783
Mint: Philadelphia
Metal: 95% Copper, 5% Zinc
Series: Lincoln Cents 1959 to Date

1966 Penny, Rd (Regular Strike) – Price Chart

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

GradePrice($)
MS-67+8,500.00
MS-67950.00
MS-66+120.00
MS-6648.00
MS-65+26.00
MS-6520.00
MS-64+11.00
MS-6410.00
MS-63+8.00
MS-637.00
MS-62+6.00
MS-626.00

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 State6.008,500.00809.33

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 1966 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($)Max Uncirculated Price($)
1966 Penny, BN (Regular Strike)N/AN/A1.002.00
1966 Penny SMS, RD (Special Strike)N/AN/A2.002,750.00
1966 Penny SMS, CAM (Special Strike)N/AN/A18.001,250.00

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.

1966 Penny, Rd (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:
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1m 6m 1y 3y All
$15.00
Lowest Sale Price
$805.00
Highest Sale Price
$88.41
Average Sale Price
$26.00
Most Recent Sale Price
41
Number of Sales
$3,625.00
Sales Volume

Grade Impact Analysis

GradeLowest Price($)Highest Price($)Average Price($)
MS-6712.006,463.001,209.91
MS-6615.00805.0088.41
MS-65+6.00546.00166.56
MS-6510.0010.0010.00
MS-646.001,380.00275.00
MS-6323.0066.0050.33
MS-62253.00253.00253.00
MS-6030.0030.0030.00
AU-5312.0012.0012.00
AU-50276.00276.00276.00

The chart shows the min and max prices for the 1966 Penny, RD (Regular Strike) coin across various grades from AU-50 to MS-67. The prices generally increase as the grade improves, with MS-67 having the highest max price $6,463.00.

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 1966 Penny, RD (Regular Strike).

Auction House Comparison

The pie chart breaks down the market share of various auction houses for selling the 1966 Penny, RD (Regular Strike) coin. Heritage Auctions dominates with 67.07% share, followed by Great Collections / David Lawrence RC with 19.51% / 10.98% appearances respectively..

Price Trend Over Time

The graph presents a detailed analysis of the average annual auction sale price and frequency for the 1966 Penny, RD (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-67NGCHeritage Auctions336.0004/30/2023
MS-65PCGSDavid Lawrence RC10.0003/29/2020
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions552.0006/19/2019
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions705.0002/16/2017
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions1,057.5001/04/2017
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions1,292.5009/07/2016
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions26.0003/10/2015
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions32.0003/10/2015
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions30.0003/01/2015
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions21.0003/01/2015
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions32.0002/24/2015
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions26.0002/24/2015
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions282.0001/18/2015
MS-65+PCGSGreat Collections9.0010/12/2014
MS-65+PCGSGreat Collections10.0009/07/2014
MS-64PCGSGreat Collections7.0005/04/2014
MS-66NGCGreat Collections46.0003/02/2014
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions352.5002/03/2014
MS-64PCGSGreat Collections6.0002/02/2014
MS-64PCGSGreat Collections10.0012/22/2013
MS-66PCGSGreat Collections37.0011/24/2013
MS-66PCGSGreat Collections25.0010/13/2013
MS-65+ANACSGreat Collections6.0007/28/2013
MS-65+PCGSGreat Collections10.0006/23/2013
MS-67PCGSStack's Bowers1,528.0004/16/2013
MS-66PCGSGreat Collections35.0003/24/2013
MS-66PCGSGreat Collections26.0001/13/2013
MS-66PCGSGreat Collections36.0012/09/2012
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions6,463.0009/06/2012
MS-64PCGSGreat Collections10.0002/19/2012
MS-65+PCGSGreat Collections25.0002/19/2012
MS-65+PCGSGreat Collections15.0002/12/2012
MS-66PCGSDavid Lawrence RC98.0002/02/2012
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions53.0001/20/2012
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions99.0001/09/2012
MS-63ANACSHeritage Auctions62.0010/10/2011
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions79.0005/16/2011
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions69.0001/17/2011
MS-66PCGSDavid Lawrence RC59.0012/13/2010
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions69.0010/18/2010
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions65.0010/18/2010
MS-67PCGSBowers & Merena5,750.0006/17/2010
MS-64ANACSHeritage Auctions1,380.0002/03/2010
MS-67ICGHeritage Auctions56.0011/30/2009
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions546.0007/31/2009
MS-63ANACSHeritage Auctions66.0007/29/2009
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions64.0005/13/2009
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions69.0004/01/2009
MS-66NGCDavid Lawrence RC39.0002/09/2009
AU-53ICGHeritage Auctions12.0001/01/2009
MS-63ICGHeritage Auctions23.0012/24/2008
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions805.0012/04/2008
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions60.0010/08/2008
MS-67ICGHeritage Auctions150.0009/29/2008
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions33.0009/29/2008
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions51.0009/24/2008
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions115.0009/22/2008
MS-66PCGSDavid Lawrence RC62.0008/25/2008
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions48.0003/24/2008
MS-67ICGHeritage Auctions39.0003/12/2008
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions403.0001/09/2008
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions403.0001/09/2008
MS-67ICGDavid Lawrence RC12.0010/08/2007
MS-62ANACSHeritage Auctions253.0010/02/2007
MS-66PCGSDavid Lawrence RC92.0004/23/2007
MS-64ANACSHeritage Auctions460.0003/28/2007
MS-67ICGDavid Lawrence RC35.0003/19/2007
MS-64ANACSHeritage Auctions299.0002/20/2007
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions345.0002/20/2007
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions25.0012/06/2006
MS-66PCGSDavid Lawrence RC92.0012/04/2006
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions748.0007/11/2006
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions161.0001/09/2006
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions475.0012/07/2005
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions15.0010/13/2004
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions76.0007/21/2004
MS-64ANACSHeritage Auctions28.0002/02/2004
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions28.0007/30/2003
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions47.0005/28/2003
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions32.0004/16/2003
MS-60ANACSHeritage Auctions30.0007/02/2002
AU-50ANACSHeritage Auctions276.0004/25/2002

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Last Updated on May 15, 2024 at 01:30 AM

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