As of May, 2024, a 1971 Penny Doubled Die Obverse, RD in uncirculated specimen can be valued between $185.00 and $5,750.00, 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 $10,925.00 in the 08/04/2007 by renowned auctioneer Bowers & Merena, showcasing the allure of top-tier rarities.

Designer: Victor David Brenner/Frank Gasparro
Edge: Plain
Diameter: 19.00 millimeters
Weight: 3.11 grams
Mintage: 1,919,490,000
Mint: Philadelphia
Metal: 95% Copper, 5% Zinc
Series: Lincoln Cents 1959 to Date

1971 Penny Doubled Die Obverse, 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-66+5,750.00
MS-663,150.00
MS-65+1,400.00
MS-65800.00
MS-64+525.00
MS-64375.00
MS-63+325.00
MS-63285.00
MS-62+250.00
MS-62225.00
MS-61200.00
MS-60185.00

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 State185.005,750.001,122.50

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 1971 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($)Max Uncirculated Price($)
1971 Penny Doubled Die Obverse, BN (Regular Strike)5.00120.00135.00750.00
1971-S Penny, RD (Proof)N/AN/A2.0032.00
1971-S Penny Doubled Die Obverse, RD (Proof)N/AN/A100.001,250.00
1971 Penny, RD (Regular Strike)N/AN/A11.004,600.00
1971 Penny Doubled Die Obverse, RB (Regular Strike)N/AN/A150.00750.00
1971-S Penny, RD (Regular Strike)N/AN/A10.001,750.00
1971-D Penny, RD (Regular Strike)N/AN/A6.00275.00
1971-S Penny DDO FS-103 Type 3, CAM (Proof)N/AN/A475.00725.00
1971-S Penny, CAM (Proof)N/AN/A3.00110.00
1971-S Penny, DCAM (Proof)N/AN/A4.003,000.00
1971-S Penny Doubled Die Obverse, CAM (Proof)N/AN/A350.002,600.00
1971-S Penny Doubled Die Obverse, DCAM (Proof)N/AN/A1,150.002,600.00
1971-S Penny DDO FS-103 Type 3 (033.1), RD (Proof)N/AN/A160.00775.00
1971-S Penny DDO FS-101 (032), RD (Proof)N/AN/A40.001,300.00
1971-S Penny DDO FS-101, CAM (Proof)N/AN/A50.003,000.00
1971-S Penny DDO FS-101 (032), DCAM (Proof)N/AN/A75.004,750.00
1971-S Penny DDO FS-102, RD (Proof)N/AN/A350.002,450.00
1971-S Penny DDO FS-102 (033), CAM (Proof)N/AN/A400.005,500.00
1971 Penny DDO FS-101, BN (Regular Strike)55.00135.00155.00750.00
1971 Penny DDO FS-101, RB (Regular Strike)N/AN/A170.00875.00
1971 Penny DDO FS-101, RD (Regular Strike)N/AN/A200.006,000.00

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.

1971 Penny Doubled Die Obverse, 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

$45.00

Lowest Sale Price
$2,300.00

Highest Sale Price
$688.26

Average Sale Price
$188.00

Most Recent Sale Price
23

Number of Sales
$15,830.00

Sales Volume

Grade Impact Analysis

GradeLowest Price($)Highest Price($)Average Price($)
MS-66+3,360.003,360.003,360.00
MS-66374.002,645.001,802.80
MS-65+42.0010,925.004,622.25
MS-65655.00725.00690.00
MS-6445.002,300.00688.26
MS-6383.00345.00185.79
AU-58127.00127.00127.00
XF-4015.0015.0015.00

The chart shows the min and max prices for the 1971 Penny Doubled Die Obverse, RD (Regular Strike) coin across various grades from XF-40 to MS-66+. The prices generally increase as the grade improves, with MS-65+ having the highest max price $10,925.00.

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 1971 Penny Doubled Die Obverse, RD (Regular Strike).

Auction House Comparison

The pie chart breaks down the market share of various auction houses for selling the 1971 Penny Doubled Die Obverse, RD (Regular Strike) coin. Heritage Auctions dominates with 67.31% share, followed by Bowers & Merena / Stack's Bowers with 9.62% / 7.69% appearances respectively..

Price Trend Over Time

The graph presents a detailed analysis of the average annual auction sale price and frequency for the 1971 Penny Doubled Die Obverse, 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-65PCGSDavid Lawrence RC655.0011/14/2021
MS-65PCGSDavid Lawrence RC725.0004/26/2020
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions1,260.0001/12/2020
MS-66PCGSDavid Lawrence RC2,200.0011/11/2018
MS-66+PCGSHeritage Auctions3,360.0001/03/2018
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions188.0007/11/2017
MS-63PCGSHeritage Auctions282.0007/04/2017
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions423.0012/03/2015
MS-63PCGSHeritage Auctions164.5001/04/2015
MS-64ANACSGreat Collections45.0011/30/2014
MS-64ANACSGreat Collections55.0007/20/2014
MS-64PCGSGreat Collections440.0004/07/2013
MS-63PCGSHeritage Auctions345.0003/08/2012
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions546.0002/02/2012
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions1,840.0001/03/2012
MS-64PCGSStack's Bowers604.0011/15/2011
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions633.0008/11/2011
MS-64PCGSStack's Bowers403.0006/14/2011
MS-63PCGSStack's Bowers92.0006/14/2011
MS-66NGCStack's Bowers2,645.0003/31/2011
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions374.0010/27/2010
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions1,955.0010/27/2010
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions2,990.0008/11/2010
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions807.0004/28/2010
MS-64PCGSBowers & Merena753.0008/05/2009
MS-64PCGSBowers & Merena834.0008/05/2009
MS-65+PCGSBowers & Merena3,795.0008/05/2009
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions6,900.0007/01/2009
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions920.0007/01/2009
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions5,463.0004/01/2009
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions1,035.0004/01/2009
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions1,495.0001/01/2009
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions2,300.0012/04/2008
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions322.0007/30/2008
MS-64PCGSGoldberg Auctioneers575.0002/13/2008
MS-64ANACSHeritage Auctions116.0012/12/2007
MS-64ANACSHeritage Auctions230.0009/27/2007
MS-65+PCGSBowers & Merena10,925.0008/04/2007
MS-65+ANACSHeritage Auctions42.0007/11/2007
MS-64ANACSHeritage Auctions633.0006/07/2007
MS-64ANACSHeritage Auctions633.0006/06/2007
MS-63ANACSHeritage Auctions184.0006/05/2007
MS-65+ANACSHeritage Auctions51.0006/04/2007
AU-58ANACSHeritage Auctions127.0011/16/2005
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions10,350.0005/04/2005
MS-65+ANACSAmerican Numismatic Rarities4,370.0003/08/2005
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions1,840.0001/12/2005
MS-63ANACSHeritage Auctions150.0011/17/2004
XF-40ANACSHeritage Auctions15.0010/20/2004
MS-65+PCGSBowers & Merena9,200.0008/14/2004
MS-63ANACSHeritage Auctions83.0005/19/2004
MS-65+ANACSHeritage Auctions121.0005/28/2003