As of May, 2024, a 1972-D Penny, RD in uncirculated specimen can be valued between $5.00 and $2,850.00, 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 $3,290.00 in the 02/04/2016 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: 2,665,071,400
Mint: Denver
Metal: 95% Copper, 5% Zinc
Series: Lincoln Cents 1959 to Date

1972-D 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+2,850.00
MS-67575.00
MS-66+55.00
MS-6630.00
MS-65+22.00
MS-6518.00
MS-64+10.00
MS-648.00
MS-63+6.00
MS-635.00

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 State5.002,850.00357.90

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 1972 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($)Max Uncirculated Price($)
1972 Penny DDO FS-102, RD (Regular Strike)N/AN/A36.00725.00
1972 Penny, RD (Regular Strike)N/AN/A6.003,500.00
1972 Penny DDO FS-105, RD (Regular Strike)N/AN/A80.00465.00
1972 Penny DDO FS-103 (033.53), BN (Regular Strike)12.0015.0017.0042.00
1972 Penny DDO FS-106 (033.56), BN (Regular Strike)3.0017.0020.00175.00
1972 Penny DDO FS-109, BN (Regular Strike)5.007.0010.0025.00
1972 Penny DDO FS-103 (033.53), RB (Regular Strike)N/AN/A18.0065.00
1972 Penny DDO FS-106 (033.56), RB (Regular Strike)N/AN/A26.00110.00
1972 Penny DDO FS-103, RD (Regular Strike)N/AN/A25.001,200.00
1972 Penny DDO FS-101, BN (Regular Strike)28.00265.00270.00775.00
1972 Penny DDO FS-106, RD (Regular Strike)N/AN/A52.00600.00
1972 Penny DDO FS-109, RD (Regular Strike)N/AN/A30.00725.00
1972 Penny DDO FS-101, RB (Regular Strike)N/AN/A275.00825.00
1972 Penny DDO FS-107 (033.57), BN (Regular Strike)5.0013.0020.0070.00
1972 Penny DDO FS-101, RD (Regular Strike)N/AN/A375.0023,750.00
1972 Penny DDO FS-104, RB (Regular Strike)N/AN/A760.002,100.00
1972 Penny DDO FS-102, BN (Regular Strike)2.0024.0025.0060.00
1972 Penny DDO FS-107, RD (Regular Strike)N/AN/A26.00560.00
1972 Penny DDO FS-104, RD (Regular Strike)1.001.00925.005,750.00
1972-S Penny, RD (Regular Strike)N/AN/A4.00185.00
1972 Penny DDO FS-108, BN (Regular Strike)22.0028.0030.0065.00
1972 Penny DDO FS-108, RB (Regular Strike)N/AN/A35.00100.00
1972 Penny DDO FS-108, RD (Regular Strike)N/AN/A36.00250.00
1972-S Penny, CAM (Proof)N/AN/A3.0050.00
1972-S Penny, DCAM (Proof)N/AN/A4.00325.00
1972-S Penny DDO FS-101, RD (Proof)N/AN/A275.001,600.00

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.

1972-D 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

$8.00

Lowest Sale Price
$150.00

Highest Sale Price
$32.67

Average Sale Price
$30.00

Most Recent Sale Price
27

Number of Sales
$882.00

Sales Volume

Grade Impact Analysis

GradeLowest Price($)Highest Price($)Average Price($)
MS-67121.003,290.001,666.91
MS-66+26.0034.0030.00
MS-668.00150.0032.67
MS-65+7.0030.0016.00
MS-643.0011.006.80
MS-6310.0026.0018.00
MS-6223.0053.0038.00

The chart shows the min and max prices for the 1972-D Penny, RD (Regular Strike) coin across various grades from MS-62 to MS-67. The prices generally increase as the grade improves, with MS-67 having the highest max price $3,290.00.

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 1972-D Penny, RD (Regular Strike).

Auction House Comparison

The pie chart breaks down the market share of various auction houses for selling the 1972-D Penny, RD (Regular Strike) coin. Heritage Auctions dominates with 61.82% share, followed by Great Collections / David Lawrence RC with 21.82% / 14.55% appearances respectively..

Price Trend Over Time

The graph presents a detailed analysis of the average annual auction sale price and frequency for the 1972-D 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-67PCGSHeritage Auctions528.0004/30/2023
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions312.0004/19/2023
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions2,040.0010/18/2020
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions408.0008/07/2019
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions204.0006/19/2019
MS-66PCGSDavid Lawrence RC30.0008/26/2018
MS-66+PCGSHeritage Auctions34.0004/12/2016
MS-66+PCGSHeritage Auctions26.0004/12/2016
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions998.7503/03/2016
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions1,645.0002/04/2016
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions3,290.0002/04/2016
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions2,115.0001/07/2015
MS-66NGCGreat Collections25.0010/05/2014
MS-64NGCGreat Collections7.0003/23/2014
MS-66PCGSGreat Collections29.0003/02/2014
MS-66PCGSGreat Collections29.0011/17/2013
MS-66NGCGreat Collections25.0011/10/2013
MS-66PCGSGreat Collections15.0010/13/2013
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions2,820.0006/05/2013
MS-66PCGSGreat Collections20.0005/12/2013
MS-66PCGSGreat Collections13.0001/27/2013
MS-65+ANACSGreat Collections30.0011/04/2012
MS-66NGCGreat Collections15.0009/09/2012
MS-65+ANACSGreat Collections7.0009/09/2012
MS-64PCGSGreat Collections10.0002/12/2012
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions31.0005/13/2009
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions45.0004/01/2009
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions31.0002/01/2009
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions3,220.0012/04/2008
MS-67PCGSBowers & Merena2,645.0011/01/2008
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions39.0009/29/2008
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions35.0009/29/2008
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions37.0009/29/2008
MS-63PCGSHeritage Auctions10.0009/17/2008
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions19.0008/11/2008
MS-66PCGSDavid Lawrence RC41.0008/30/2007
MS-66PCGSDavid Lawrence RC38.0008/06/2007
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions2,990.0005/01/2007
MS-66PCGSDavid Lawrence RC39.0012/26/2006
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions21.0012/04/2006
MS-64ANACSHeritage Auctions11.0006/07/2006
MS-65+ANACSHeritage Auctions11.0006/05/2006
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions150.0001/09/2006
MS-64PCGSDavid Lawrence RC3.0012/19/2005
MS-66PCGSDavid Lawrence RC12.0012/05/2005
MS-62ANACSHeritage Auctions23.0002/28/2005
MS-64PCGSDavid Lawrence RC3.0012/13/2004
MS-66PCGSDavid Lawrence RC8.0011/08/2004
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions121.0010/13/2004
MS-66ANACSHeritage Auctions27.0008/18/2004
MS-62ANACSHeritage Auctions53.0011/26/2003
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions53.0007/30/2003
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions26.0005/28/2003
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions29.0009/17/2002
MS-63ANACSHeritage Auctions26.0008/24/2000