As of May, 2024, a 1968 Penny, RD in uncirculated specimen can be valued between $2.00 and $2,900.00, 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 $2,880.00 in the 08/22/2018 by renowned auctioneer Stack's Bowers, showcasing the allure of top-tier rarities.

Designer: Victor David Brenner/Frank Gasparro
Edge: Plain
Diameter: 19.00 millimeters
Weight: 3.11 grams
Mintage: 1,707,880,970
Mint: Philadelphia
Metal: 95% Copper, 5% Zinc
Series: Lincoln Cents 1959 to Date

1968 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+2,900.00
MS-67525.00
MS-66+75.00
MS-6645.00
MS-65+28.00
MS-6520.00
MS-64+15.00
MS-6414.00
MS-63+10.00
MS-638.00
MS-62+4.00
MS-624.00
MS-613.00
MS-602.00

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 State2.002,900.00260.93

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 1968 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($)Max Uncirculated Price($)
1968-S Penny, RD (Regular Strike)N/AN/A3.007,400.00
1968-S Penny, RD (Proof)N/AN/A2.0029.00
1968-D Penny, RD (Regular Strike)N/AN/A6.003,250.00
1968-S Penny, RB (Regular Strike)N/AN/A2.00500.00
1968-D/D Penny RPM FS-501, RD (Regular Strike)N/AN/A35.00275.00
1968-S Penny, CAM (Proof)N/AN/A3.0070.00
1968-S Penny, DCAM (Proof)N/AN/A4.001,650.00
1968-S Penny DDO FS-101, RD (Proof)N/AN/A26.00750.00

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.

1968 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:
1m 6m 1y 3y All

$15.00

Lowest Sale Price
$184.00

Highest Sale Price
$54.13

Average Sale Price
$25.00

Most Recent Sale Price
39

Number of Sales
$2,111.00

Sales Volume

Grade Impact Analysis

GradeLowest Price($)Highest Price($)Average Price($)
MS-679.002,880.00721.75
MS-6615.00184.0054.13
MS-65+6.0028.0014.11
MS-6511.0013.0012.00
MS-648.0023.0014.67
MS-6364.0064.0064.00
MS-62403.00403.00403.00
AU-58219.00219.00219.00

The chart shows the min and max prices for the 1968 Penny, RD (Regular Strike) coin across various grades from AU-58 to MS-67. The prices generally increase as the grade improves, with MS-67 having the highest max price $2,880.00.

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 1968 Penny, RD (Regular Strike).

Auction House Comparison

The pie chart breaks down the market share of various auction houses for selling the 1968 Penny, RD (Regular Strike) coin. Heritage Auctions dominates with 52.38% share, followed by Great Collections / David Lawrence RC with 27.38% / 14.29% appearances respectively..

Price Trend Over Time

The graph presents a detailed analysis of the average annual auction sale price and frequency for the 1968 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 Auctions264.0004/30/2023
MS-67PCGSDavid Lawrence RC408.0001/29/2023
MS-67PCGSDavid Lawrence RC401.0007/24/2022
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions420.0002/09/2022
MS-66PCGSDavid Lawrence RC25.0003/01/2020
MS-65PCGSDavid Lawrence RC13.0006/23/2019
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions204.0006/19/2019
MS-65PCGSDavid Lawrence RC11.0005/26/2019
MS-67PCGSStack's Bowers2,880.0008/22/2018
MS-67PCGSDavid Lawrence RC300.0004/17/2017
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions305.5001/31/2017
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions376.0008/09/2016
MS-67NGCDavid Lawrence RC365.0006/20/2016
MS-67NGCStack's Bowers164.5003/30/2016
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions423.0001/06/2016
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions705.0008/16/2015
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions66.0006/30/2015
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions1,292.5002/01/2015
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions381.8812/04/2014
MS-66NGCGreat Collections23.0011/23/2014
MS-67PCGSGreat Collections698.5011/16/2014
MS-65+PCGSGreat Collections10.0008/24/2014
MS-66NGCGreat Collections23.0006/22/2014
MS-67ANACSGreat Collections26.0006/08/2014
MS-66PCGSGreat Collections15.0003/23/2014
MS-66PCGSGreat Collections21.0003/09/2014
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions705.0002/03/2014
MS-66PCGSGreat Collections16.0012/08/2013
MS-66PCGSGreat Collections25.0010/27/2013
MS-65+ANACSGreat Collections6.0007/28/2013
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions823.0006/05/2013
MS-67ICGGreat Collections21.0006/02/2013
MS-66PCGSGreat Collections35.0005/26/2013
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions1,293.0004/24/2013
MS-67PCGSStack's Bowers264.0004/16/2013
MS-66PCGSGreat Collections45.0004/07/2013
MS-65+PCGSGreat Collections10.0003/24/2013
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions1,293.0003/21/2013
MS-66PCGSGreat Collections17.0002/10/2013
MS-66PCGSGreat Collections45.0001/13/2013
MS-66PCGSGreat Collections35.0012/23/2012
MS-66PCGSGreat Collections45.0012/23/2012
MS-67PCGSDavid Lawrence RC1,400.0010/07/2012
MS-66PCGSGreat Collections74.0009/23/2012
MS-66PCGSGreat Collections45.0009/16/2012
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions646.0009/06/2012
MS-64ANACSGreat Collections8.0004/22/2012
MS-66PCGSDavid Lawrence RC76.0002/02/2012
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions53.0001/09/2012
MS-65+PCGSGreat Collections24.0011/27/2011
MS-65+PCGSGreat Collections20.0011/20/2011
MS-63ANACSHeritage Auctions64.0002/07/2011
MS-67PCGSBowers & Merena1,840.0006/17/2010
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions35.0005/13/2009
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions48.0004/01/2009
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions98.0012/04/2008
MS-67PCGSBowers & Merena2,300.0011/01/2008
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions57.0009/29/2008
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions10.0009/29/2008
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions33.0009/24/2008
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions57.0009/22/2008
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions11.0009/17/2008
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions33.0009/17/2008
MS-66NGCDavid Lawrence RC30.0008/25/2008
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions27.0008/11/2008
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions25.0007/07/2008
MS-64PCGSDavid Lawrence RC13.0002/28/2008
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions59.0001/30/2008
AU-58ANACSHeritage Auctions219.0002/19/2007
MS-62ANACSHeritage Auctions403.0002/01/2007
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions35.0012/06/2006
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions45.0012/05/2006
MS-64ANACSHeritage Auctions23.0009/25/2006
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions60.0002/19/2006
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions184.0001/09/2006
MS-66PCGSDavid Lawrence RC58.0005/02/2005
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions51.0005/01/2005
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions101.0011/08/2004
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions132.0008/23/2004
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions28.0007/23/2003
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions8.0005/28/2003
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions138.0003/03/2003
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions121.0009/17/2002
MS-67ICGHeritage Auctions9.0011/21/2001